Michael Burtch
Parker,CO
Summary
Results-driven Contract Cost Analyst (Project Manager) with a robust background at DCMA, focused on enhancing financial forecasting and compliance across a myriad of contracting projects. Expertise in risk assessment and data analysis, leading to timely project execution and cost efficiencies. Created and monitored financial benchmarks that align with strategic objectives, fostering operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Cost Analyst (Project Manager)
Defense Contract Management Agency, DCMA
Denver, CO
2013 - Current
- Improved financial forecasting accuracy through extensive data analysis and actual cost tracking.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously in coordination with technical teams, legal, government agencies, and contractor executives.
- Analyzed workflows meticulously to uncover inefficiencies, resulting in improved productivity under strict timelines.
- Conducted risk assessments and created plans for monitoring projects insuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and CAS.
- Established benchmarks for ongoing project evaluation, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.
- Continuously enhanced knowledge of industry cost control practices and compliance through professional development initiatives.
- Drove communication improvement among teams by creating comprehensive reports for timely updates on project status.
- Collaborated closely with legal counsel during the drafting and negotiation stages to mitigate risks associated with contractual agreements.
Finance Manager
Structured Learning Aspects
Englewood, CO
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Prepared and maintained budgets developed policies and procedures oversaw accounting and billing staff, created reports for interested parties.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
Owner/Operator
Behavioral Billing & Consulting
Parker, CO
05.2012 - 11.2020
- Establish a medical billing and consulting business to assist behavioral practices in billing, credentialing, contract negotiation, revenue cycle management.
- Oversaw operations, managed a small staff and maintained relationships with clients while working full time at DCMA.
- Recovered millions of dollars in revenue for clients that would have been lost or written off.
Project Manager
Trumpet Behavioral Health
Denver, CO
02.2011 - 04.2012
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Education
Business Administration And Management
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, COSkills
- Financial forecasting
- Planning and coordination
- Risk assessment
- Project management
- Excel
- Power BI
- Notion
- Airtable
- Teams
- Zoom
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Behavioral Billing & Consulting
05.2012 - 11.2020
Project Manager
Trumpet Behavioral Health
02.2011 - 04.2012
Finance Manager
Structured Learning Aspects
01.2008 - 01.2011
Contract Cost Analyst (Project Manager)
Defense Contract Management Agency, DCMA
2013 - Current
Business Administration And Management
Colorado State University