Senior Proposal Manager for DoD & Federal Projects

Description

We are seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to contribute to a dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead proposal efforts for DoD and Federal customers, ensuring high-quality, compliant proposals throughout their lifecycle. If you have a detail-oriented mindset, can manage multiple projects, and are passionate about delivering exceptional results, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage proposal efforts across the entire lifecycle
• Coordinate and oversee multiple projects simultaneously
• Organize and manage team meetings efficiently
• Train, coach, and mentor business development team members
• Plan, schedule, and manage all aspects of proposal development
• Create and maintain proposal documents and filing systems using SharePoint
• Develop document outlines, compliance matrices, writing templates, and proposal tools
• Ensure proposal content is compliant, responsive, and formatted for final production
• Edit proposal sections to align with internal writing guidelines
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop compelling content
• Handle other related tasks as assigned to ensure project success
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 8 years' experience in writing and managing proposals with Federal agencies
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Professional Writing, or related fields (or an additional 4 years of experience)
• Expertise in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong organizational skills and effective time management abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proactive approach
• Experience in project management, including resource planning, scheduling, and task delegation
• Proficiency in technical writing and editing
• Leadership skills with experience managing and guiding teams
• Familiarity with version control management practices
• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Government Clearance (Secret level or higher)
• Willingness to travel occasionally and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• APMP Foundation Certification or knowledge of best practices in proposal development
• Completion of Shipley Core courses or equivalent training
• Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint and other web-based collaboration tools
• Local to Northern Virginia (helpful but not required)
  
  

Why Join Us?

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We offer an inclusive environment that encourages growth and learning, where your contributions truly matter.

Employment Type: Full-Time