Proposal Manager

Overview The Proposal Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the proposal development lifecycle from pre-RFP through submission to maximize contract award success. This role requires a highly capable proposals professional who is experienced working in a small business environment and consistently delivers high-quality proposals. Responsibilities Leads and supports the development of compliant, compelling federal government proposals through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including: Capture Managers & Business Development Officers Technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) Proposal Team members Subcontractor personnel Executive leadership and other contributors as needed Writes, edits, and manages proposal responses to government Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Task Order Proposals, and Requests for Information (RFIs). Coordinates and manages multiple proposal efforts simultaneously while maintaining schedule discipline and compliance requirements. Serves as the primary point of contact (POC) for assigned proposal efforts, including: Preparing kickoff packages Developing proposal schedules and compliance matrices Coordinating virtual and in-person meetings Managing proposal content development, reviews, and production activities Reviews and rewrites proposal sections to ensure consistency, compliance, responsiveness, and overall proposal quality. Responds to clarification requests, deficiency reports, and final p