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Proposal Manager

Veracity Software Inc

Alexandria, VA(remote)

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adobe Product Family, Best Practices, Bid Analysis, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Content Development, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), Desktop Publishing, Detail Oriented, Editing, Electronic Publishing, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Contracts, Federal Government, Government, Graphic Design, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Visio, Organizational Development/Management, Persuasion Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Proposal Development, Proposal Schedule, Proposal Writing, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Remote Team Management, Sales Pipeline, Schedule Development, Small Business, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Storytelling, Strategic Analysis, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Alexandria, VA(remote)
POSTED
30+ days ago
Proposal Manager
Remote
Alexandria, VA

Proposal Leadership & Management
  • Lead end-to-end development of compliant, compelling proposals, including RFP analysis, outline creation, schedule development, writing, editing, and final production.
  • Manage multiple concurrent proposals, often with short turnaround times (including 72-hour task order responses).
  • Facilitate color team reviews, solutioning discussions, and content development sessions with technical SMEs, Client, and leadership.
  • Develop and enforce proposal schedules, compliance matrices, templates, and version control practices.
Writing & Content Development
  • Write clear, persuasive, and compliant proposal sections, including technical, management, past performance, and staffing narratives.
  • Translate SME input into polished, customer-focused content.
  • Maintain and expand a library of reusable proposal content, resumes, and past performance materials.
Capture & Client Support
  • Support early capture activities by contributing to win strategy, customer analysis, competitor assessments, and solution development.
  • Participate in Client pipeline reviews and teaming discussions.
  • Assist Client with shaping activities, pipeline management, and opportunity qualification.
Process Improvement & Organizational Maturity
  • Introduce and champion proposal best practices in an environment where proposals may be viewed as administrative rather than strategic.
  • Establish repeatable processes, templates, and workflows to improve efficiency and quality.
  • Educate internal stakeholders on proposal roles, expectations, and timelines.
Collaboration & Communication
  • Coordinate across remote teams, subcontractors, and partners to gather inputs and ensure timely delivery.
  • Proactively communicate risks, gaps, and needs to leadership (owner).
  • Build strong relationships with SMEs and Client staff to improve proposal readiness and solution quality.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in business, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience managing and writing federal government proposals; small-business experience strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously with minimal oversight.
  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to synthesize technical information.
  • Experience with rapid-turnaround task orders and IDIQ environments.
  • Familiarity with Shipley or similar proposal methodologies (formal certification a plus).
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaborative tools (Teams, SharePoint, etc.).
  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment with high accountability.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting Client and capture activities in a small or growing organization.
  • Ability to introduce structure and process where limited frameworks currently exist.
  • Knowledge of federal contracting, FAR/DFARS, and government procurement cycles.
  • Graphic design or desktop publishing experience (e.g., PowerPoint, Visio, Adobe) is a plus.
Key Success Factors
  • Thrives in ambiguity and can create order from limited inputs.
  • Comfortable working under tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence without authority.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Strategic thinker who understands how proposals drive growth.

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