I’m looking for a role where I can own IT cost forecasting and estimation process improvements, partner with PMO and other stakeholders, and present clear insights to executives to support strategic budgeting and measurable delivery outcomes.
Open to opportunities
Hope Weiss
@hopeweiss
Enterprise IT cost estimator and program leader improving forecasts and delivery.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m an Enterprise IT cost estimator focused on building accurate cost forecasts that drive better budgeting, resource allocation, and service outcomes. I analyze project requirements, spearhead updates to the IT estimation process, and reduce estimation cycle time by closing gaps in commonly overlooked areas like infrastructure and Agile Center of Excellence.
I also bring deep program leadership experience managing large-scale contracts, negotiating future efforts, and balancing cost, schedule, and technical priorities. I work closely with cross-functional partners to improve data availability and integrity, deliver executive-facing presentations, and strengthen transparency so leaders can make informed investment decisions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Current
Analyzed project requirements to build IT cost forecasts for 2025, improving budgeting and resource allocation for service delivery and member outcomes. Updated the IT estimation process to close common gaps (e.g., infrastructure, Agile COE) and reduced the average estimate timeline to two weeks or less.
Program Manager
United States Air Force
Feb 2020 - Nov 2024 (4 years 9 months)
Managed two IDIQ contracts totaling $1.9B for engine design and prototype testing, analyzing performance to ensure mission execution. Led negotiations and planning for future $3.5B NGAP prototyping with five partners, and streamlined contract delivery orders to award two contractors concurrently in 10 months (>15% faster than standard timeline).
RR
Analyzed multi-product SaaS installation customer requirements in the automotive industry for Finance and Insurance teams and developed process improvement recommendations for dealerships. Remotely installed and trained dealerships across the United States and Canada, coordinating attainable timelines to minimize disruption to end users.
FA
Cash Application Project Mgr
Food Services of America
Jul 2016 - Sep 2017 (1 year 2 months)
Reconciled 50+ vendor rebate accounts to reduce aging from 120+ days past due to current status. Delivered process improvement standards by analyzing vendor program data, identifying/correcting errors, and coordinating effective communications with vendors and category managers.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of South Dakota
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Grade: GPA: 3.86
Earned a Master of Business Administration at the University of South Dakota. GPA: 3.86.
South Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Psychology
Grade: GPA: 3.76
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from South Dakota State University. GPA: 3.76.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Open to opportunities
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
150k-250k USD
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