Role Description We are seeking a highly motivated, skilled, and experienced Pricing Analyst to join the pricing team. As a Pricing Analyst, you will play an integral role in producing high quality proposals that contribute to Mathematica’s success in engaging meaningful work. Your duties will include: - Collaborating with subject matter experts to prepare proposal and/or project budgets involving the use of Excel formulas and functions for multiple spreadsheet models - Managing all cost volume preparation activities, compiling cost, schedule, and other required elements in the development of proposals in accordance with request for proposal (RFP) specifications - Analyzing requests from federal, state, commercial, international and foundation clients for new procurements to identify contractual and cost pricing requirements, assess risk, and develop risk mitigation strategies - Assisting senior management in making informed business decisions and providing proposal teams with proper guidance in determining the best course of action to respond to clients’ requests - Participating in pricing strategy sessions with company leadership and subject matter experts - Ensuring compliance with internal procedures, the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), solicitation, and contractual requirements - Interfacing with partners to obtain information necessary for the development of the business/change order proposal - Assisting in the development/enhancement of procedures and automated tools to support continuous improvement of budgeting and business/change order proposals - May train and/or mentor staff on budgeting tools, policies, and procedures - Coordinate with personnel within and outside of Mathematica, such as project directors, suppliers, consultants, prime contractors, subcontractors, and contract officers regarding project related activities Qualifications - A bachelor’s degree in business, economics, liberal arts, or a related field - At least three years of experience in pricing, business proposal development, and/or project management - A combination of equivalent education and work experience may be substituted for the above requirements - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel - Familiarity of concepts, practices, and procedures in working with FFP, CPFF, T&M, and IDIQ contracts and the development of cost modeling - Ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically with others - Willingness to work overtime as needed - Accuracy with work, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to handle multiple priorities, sometimes simultaneously, under deadline pressure - Ability to learn new systems quickly - Strong critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills - Ability to work independently Requirements Please submit your resume and cover letter. The hourly pay rate for this role is $50-$57. This position is categorized as on-call, and as such, the hours may at times vary based on project needs. Your employment will be classified as on-call until the duration of the project(s) or need(s) is complete. Benefits Mathematica offers our employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of being 100 percent employee owned. As an employee stock owner, you will experience financial benefits of ESOP holdings that have increased in tandem with the company’s growth and financial strength. Company Description Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods, policy, and practice to improve well-being around the world. We collaborate closely with public- and private-sector partners to translate big questions into deep insights that improve programs, refine strategies, and enhance understanding using data science and analytics. Our work yields actionable information to guide decisions in wide-ranging policy areas, from health, education, early childhood, and family support to nutrition, employment, disability, and international development.