Senior Proposal Manager

1. About Our Client:
Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, this organization operates in the defense and government solutions sector. It specializes in advanced technology systems and mission support, offering capabilities in data science, software development, network engineering, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and logistics.
2. About the Opportunity:
The Senior Proposal Manager leads strategic proposal development efforts to deliver compliant, customer-focused proposals that support growth in the federal marketplace. This role drives collaboration across cross-functional teams to shape winning solutions, manage proposal lifecycles, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
3. Responsibilities:
Lead and mentor proposal teams to develop innovative customer-centric solutions.
Analyze Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and create compliance outlines and matrices.
Support proposal strategy development and execution throughout the lifecycle.
Participate in strategy sessions and oversee Proposal Management Plans.
Collaborate with Capture Managers on winning strategies for corporate opportunities.
Develop content plans addressing technical, management, and evaluation criteria.
Maintain and implement proposal management tools to track progress and risks.
Coordinate with leadership to build and allocate resources for proposal teams.
Manage proposal activities in line with solicitation requirements and processes.
Work with external partners to ensure high-quality, compliant submissions.
Use compliance matrices to ensure proposal alignment with requirements.
Lead proposal color team reviews and promote continuous improvement.
Write and edit proposal sections such as management plans and past performance narratives.
Conduct compliance reviews and provide peer-review support.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
4. Requirements:
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
Bachelor''s degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum 10 years of proposal development experience, including 5 years as a Proposal Manager in federal government contracting.
Formal proposal or capture management training (e.g., Shipley Associates).
Proven skills in analyzing complex RFPs and developing compliant proposals.
Experience leading teams and managing end-to-end proposal processes.
Skilled in facilitating early-stage solutioning and strategy sessions.
Strong critical-thinking, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Preferred:
Active Secret clearance.
Master’s degree in a relevant field.
Professional certifications or memberships with APMP or NCMA.
5. Pay Range and Compensation Package:
USD 108299 - USD 212267 yearly
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.
Note:
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