Proposal Development Manager
Chantilly, VA

Job Description

Wanted: a Proposal Manager with 4-6 years experience managing large (+50M) complex proposals in the Federal Government marketplace.

As a Proposal Manager, you will:

* Provide critical support in protecting our country.
* Work with a team of driven, supportive and highly skilled professionals.
* Receive a robust benefits package that includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
* Be part of an empowered accountability culture where each employee-owner has a meaningful stake in the future success and growth of the company.

A week in the life of a Proposal Manager:

* Responsible for management of the entire proposal lifecycle, including participation in strategy development, development of the annotated outline, writing assignments, schedules, graphics coordination, color team reviews, editing/formatting, and submission of the proposal.
* Monitors status of proposal development related documents for completeness and compliance with RFP requirements.
* Analyzes government solicitations, identifies response requirements, and prepares unique, tailored, and detailed proposal response outlines, templates, and compliance matrices in compliance with government agency requirements.
* Must lead the writing teams and ensure proposal timelines are met.
* Will be the liaison with the capture manager on incorporating win themes into the proposal.
* Leads production phase to include final edits, obtaining approvals, and tracking final submission.
* Responsible for providing training to less experienced members of the writing team.
* Knowledge and experience with VPC a plus.

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Our employee-owners are encouraged to make a difference, implement new ideas in a collaborative environment, and focus on mission critical success. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day. AWARDED BEST OF THE BEST by U.S. Veterans Magazine and TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com, Join us!

Job Requirements

* Bachelors Degree
* At least 4-6 years' experience with managing proposal development activities
* At least 4-6 years' experience in conducting color reviews on proposals
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint
* Demonstrated understanding of proposal development process and management techniques; working knowledge of Shipley methodology is a plus
* Strict attention to details, ability to review and edit proposal content for compliancy, clarity and proper use of terminology
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of management
* Experience facilitating status calls, reviews, briefings, and related meetings in a virtual environment
* Exceptional time management skills

EOE M/F/Disability/Veterans