Senior EVM / Cost Realism Analyst

Nakupuna Consulting is seeking a Senior Earned Value Management / Cost Realism Analyst to join our team of talented consultants providing professional services to NAVSEA PMS-317, which oversees a portfolio of weapon systems and capabilities within PEO Ships. This individual will support program financial and cost management functions across the acquisition, maintenance, and lifecycle management of naval systems.

The analyst will evaluate program performance to date; analyze cost, schedule, and budget data; assess the realism of estimates and projections; and develop actionable insights to support informed programmatic decisions. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this position but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other business needs.

• Evaluate and analyze Shipbuilder and Contractor financial submissions, contract performance baselines, Cost Performance Reports (CPRs), Estimates at Completion (EACs), and variance explanations to identify cost, schedule, performance, and execution concerns.
• Conduct production, cost and schedule variance, progress payment, overhead trend projection, and spend plan analyses in support of ship construction and naval system programs.
• Perform acquisition cost estimating, cost realism analysis, cost modeling, and lifecycle cost analysis for complex systems across development, production, sustainment, operation, maintenance, modernization, and decommissioning phases.
• Develop, maintain, and update cost models and financial analyses supporting acquisition and program reporting requirements, including DAES, SAR, RDAIS, QPRs, QAR issue letters, 10-day letters, monthly status reports, CPARs, and other internal or external data calls.
• Develop independent cost estimates and assess proposed costs, including labor, materials, overhead, risk, and other cost drivers; review proposals to support future business planning and acquisition decisions.
• Support Government efforts to prepare solicitations and review Technical Advisory Reports (TARs), Statements of Work (SOWs), complex reports, and contractor proposals.
• Monitor actual costs against budgeted amounts, assess the cost and schedule impacts of requirement or scope changes, and recommend cost-saving measures, efficiency improvements, and risk-mitigation strategies.
• Provide quality-control review and verification of execution data entered into contract management information systems, including reconciliation and correction of contract discrepancies.
• Support Government efforts to monitor, assess, analyze, and report prime contractor and vendor performance, including Shipbuilder progress, program cost status, contract execution, and financial risk.
• Use advanced analytical tools and financial modeling techniques to extract, validate, analyze, and communicate data from multiple sources in support of programmatic decision-making.
• Prepare clear correspondence, executive-level briefings, reports, and recommendations for program reviews, funding actions, acquisition decisions, and other stakeholder requirements.
• Work closely with program managers, engineers, contract specialists, risk management personnel, and other stakeholders to understand program requirements, constraints, risks, and financial impacts.
• Provide technical support to PMS 317 customers on behalf of the Cost and Schedule Analysis Department and develop or deliver informal and formal training for junior team members.

This position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in business, economics, or mathematics. Professional experience demonstrating a strong contractual, technical, production control, and program management background, including analysis support related to Earned Value Management for shipbuilder contracts.

• 10+ years relevant professional experience in EVM is required
• 10+ years relevant experience with shipbuilding contracts is required
• Specialized experience with: Integrated Master Schedule (IMS); Selected Acquisition Report (SAR); Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL); Defense Acquisition Executive Summary (DAES)

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must possess and maintain an active Secret security clearance.
• Must obtain and maintain CAC Card.

Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must at a minimum be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation:  

• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.  
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.  
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer. 

The Nakupuna Companies use a market-based compensation strategy to ensure that our employees are compensated within applicable market ranges commensurate with multiple factors, including but not limited to the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, and position location. The projected compensation range for this position is $145,000.00 to $170,000.00 (annualized USD). The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Nakupuna Companies total compensation package for employees.