Proposal Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete proposal process for government solicitations, ensuring adherence to compliance and quality standards.

• Work in collaboration with Business Development teams to formulate effective strategies and integrate key messaging.

• Examine RFPs and associated documents to produce compliant proposal materials.

• Evaluate Section L (instructions) and Section M (evaluation criteria), create and maintain compliance matrices, and conduct color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold) leading to final production and timely submission.

• Offer guidance and coaching on persuasive writing techniques to engage teams and subject matter experts.

• Organize proposal meetings and events, overseeing discussions and materials.

• Assist with solution reviews and contribute to the development of strong statements.

• Oversee proposal timelines, assignments, and deliverables, ensuring compliance with deadlines.

• Maintain proposal libraries and keep abreast of relevant platforms and tools.

⛳️ Requirements

• Understanding of the Federal Procurement Process and the FAR.

• Experience in leading or supporting proposals for Civilian (Civil) and/or Department of Defense (DoD) agencies.

• Proven track record of managing proposals across various contract types and vehicles, including Task Orders (TOs), Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts, Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs), and Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreements.

• Exceptional writing, editing, verbal communication, and presentation skills.

• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint, with the capability to utilize web applications for collaboration and tracking.

• Strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to operate with minimal supervision.

• Experience with proposal compliance audits and providing project solutions to federal clients.

• Ability to give clear, concise instructions and organize substantial amounts of information.

• Capacity to work collaboratively in a team setting and meet deadlines.

• Resilience and the ability to handle stress, coupled with a sense of humor to navigate challenging situations.

• It would be advantageous if you also had:

• Experience in coordinating multiple proposal efforts at the same time.

• Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization abilities.

• Expertise in the MS Office suite and PDF applications.

• Proven ability to multitask, operate in a fast-paced environment, and deliver quality outputs.

• APMP certification (Foundation, Practitioner, or Professional) or formal Shipley proposal training.

• Familiarity with GWACs, the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), and agency-specific IDIQ vehicles, including past performance and pricing volume coordination.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Disability and Life Insurance

• Parental Leave

• 401K

• Paid Time Off