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We are looking for an experienced Proposal Manager to lead the development and submission of high-quality proposals for our organization in North Charleston, South Carolina. This role requires a proactive individual who can manage multiple deadlines, collaborate with diverse teams, and ensure compliance with solicitation requirements. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills to drive successful proposal outcomes.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee the entire proposal lifecycle, from initial go/no-go decisions to final submission, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables
Manage multiple concurrent proposals, balancing competing deadlines and priorities effectively
Develop and maintain detailed schedules for proposals, including internal deadlines, review processes, and production milestones
Lead kickoff meetings, status updates, and review sessions to ensure team alignment and progress
Identify and address risks, gaps, or conflicts within proposal timelines, escalating issues as needed
Interpret solicitation requirements to create compliance matrices, outlines, and response frameworks
Ensure all proposal sections meet compliance standards, including formatting, page limits, and submission criteria
Collaborate with subject matter experts to integrate technical, management, and other content into cohesive and persuasive narratives
Edit and refine proposal content to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with win themes and client priorities
Maintain and improve proposal templates, content libraries, and other resources to support future submissions
Requirements:
Minimum of 10 years of experience leading and developing proposals in federal contracting or related environments
Proven ability to independently manage proposal submissions with minimal oversight
Strong knowledge of SF 330s, federal processes, and compliance requirements
Demonstrated success in managing multiple deadlines and competing priorities
Exceptional written communication, editing, and content integration skills
Comfortable working with senior technical staff and organizational leadership
Nice to have:
Experience in environmental, geotechnical, construction, or engineering services is a plus
Familiarity with tools such as Adobe InDesign, InCopy, or similar software is preferred