As a Federal Proposal Manager, the individual will conduct end-to-end proposal lifecycle management for Federal proposals. The Proposal Manager will review RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs to break down proposal requirements and create compliance matrices and proposal outlines. This individual will lead the team assigned to individual proposals and drive proposal development and momentum. The Proposal Manager also ensures compliance with proposal requirements and timely proposal submission.
This is anticipated to be a junior level proposal manager position
Responsibilities
Manages proposals following an adapted Shipley proposal management process.
Manage proposal teams that include proposal writers, graphic designers, solution architects, technical SMEs and pricing analysts, and subcontractor teammates
Create compliant proposal templates and compliance matrices
Use compliance matrix to ensure proposal compliance
Organize and lead proposal kickoffs and color team review kickoffs/debriefs using PowerPoint slides
Develop proposal schedule and track proposal tasks during proposal development
Responsible for desktop publishing in Microsoft Word 365
Creates and coordinates data calls with teammates and partners
Identifying and communicating risks associated with proposals.
Occasionally assist with writing Executive Summaries and introductions for proposal sections.
Coordinate staffing planning meetings and solution sessions
Leads debrief assessment meetings to discuss and analyze recent proposals
Performs other tasks as required by the OSC office
Required Qualifications/Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Business, or Computer Science related discipline
Working remotely, this might include working after-hours and weekends
3 or more years of experience managing Federal proposals, particularly the (DoD) Department of Defense
Experience managing Cyber/IT Federal Proposals
Excellent written communication, coordination, and presentation skills
Advanced Microsoft Word 365 formatting skills and Suite Tools including TEAMS
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications/Education and Experience
Shipley or APMP certification
Technical Writing for Cyber and IT Solutions
Experience with proposal tools like Visible Thread and Responsive (RFPIO)
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status
