Federal/GovCon Proposal Manager (Remote with Occasional Travel)

Job Summary:
The Proposal Manager will lead and manage the full proposal development lifecycle for federal government contract opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex proposals, including RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs, ensuring compliance with solicitation requirements and delivering compelling, compliant, and competitive proposals. This role requires extensive knowledge of federal contracting regulations, processes, and best practices. This position is primarily remote with occasional travel to Manassas Park, VA.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the proposal development process, including proposal planning, scheduling, and management of resources.
• Analyze RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs to develop a clear understanding of the requirements and ensure all components of the proposal are compliant.
• Coordinate proposal strategy sessions with subject matter experts (SMEs), business development, and other stakeholders to develop a winning approach.
• Write, edit, and review proposal content to ensure clarity, consistency, and adherence to solicitation requirements.
• Develop and manage proposal outlines, compliance matrices, and schedules to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Collaborate with graphic designers, technical writers, and editors to produce high-quality, visually appealing proposals.
• Manage the Pink Team, Red Team, and other review cycles, incorporating feedback and revisions to improve proposal quality.
• Ensure proposals adhere to federal procurement regulations, including FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and other relevant guidelines.
• Track, document, and report on proposal status, metrics, and outcomes.
• Support post-submission activities, including oral presentations, clarifications, and negotiations with government customers.
• Maintain a repository of proposal templates, past performance documents, and other proposal-related resources.