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Proposal Manager

RemoteRemoteFull TimeManager / Head$80,000–$120,000 /yrPosted 1 month agoHidden Gem · Himalayas

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Required skills

  • Proposal Manager
  • federal procurement
  • FAR
  • DFARS
  • IDIQ
  • GWAC
  • RFP analysis
  • color team reviews
  • Pink Team
  • Red Team

Nice to have

  • defense contractor
  • government contracting

Role summary

A defense and government contracting firm seeks a remote, full-time Proposal Manager to lead federal government proposal development. The role requires 3+ years of federal proposal management experience, strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS and IDIQ/GWAC vehicles, and exceptional writing and editing skills. Responsibilities include managing the entire proposal lifecycle, coordinating reviews, ensuring compliance, and improving processes through lessons learned. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and proficient with proposal development tools.

Proposal ManagerLocation: Fredericksburg, Virginia (Remote)Pay Rate: $80,000 – $120,000 per yearPosition OverviewA defense and government contracting firm is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to lead the development of winning proposals for federal government opportunities. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, deadline-driven professional with deep knowledge of the federal procurement process and a track record of producing compliant, compelling proposal submissions. This is a fully remote, full-time opportunity with a well-established defense contractor that pursues opportunities across multiple federal agencies and contract vehicles.Key Responsibilities
  • Manage all phases of the proposal development lifecycle from RFP analysis through final submission
  • Develop and enforce proposal schedules, compliance matrices, and outline documents aligned with RFP requirements
  • Coordinate and facilitate color team reviews including Pink, Red, and Gold teams and incorporate feedback into final documents
  • Work closely with capture managers, subject matter experts, pricing analysts, and contracts teams to produce integrated, competitive proposals
  • Write, edit, and review executive summaries, management volumes, technical narratives, and past performance sections
  • Ensure all proposal volumes are fully compliant with solicitation instructions and evaluation criteria
  • Manage multiple concurrent proposals simultaneously without compromising quality or deadline compliance
  • Maintain organized proposal libraries including past performance references, resumes, and boilerplate content
  • Lead lessons learned sessions following each proposal submission to continuously improve win rates and process efficiency
  • Stay current with federal procurement regulations, industry trends, and agency priorities relevant to the firm's capture pipeline
Requirements
  • Minimum of 3 years of federal proposal management experience with demonstrated wins
  • Strong knowledge of federal procurement regulations including FAR, DFARS, and major IDIQ/GWAC vehicle structures
  • Proficiency with proposal development tools and document management platforms
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to distill complex technical content into clear, compelling narratives
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously in a high-pressure environment
  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills for working across multidisciplinary proposal teams
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in a related field is preferred
Screening Questions
  • How many years of experience do you have relevant to this Proposal Manager role?
  • Do you hold any required licenses or certifications for this position?
  • Are you available to work fully remote?

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