Proposal Manager

Aston Carter•Malvern, AR

1d•$58 - $67•Hybrid

About The Position

In this crucial role, we are seeking an individual to lead the full lifecycle of the proposal response process from analysis of RFP to final production and submission of proposals. The ideal candidate will coordinate and prepare proposals and responses to RFIs for federal, state, and local government solicitations, ensuring full compliance and on-time delivery.

Requirements

8+ years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years as a Proposal Manager supporting federal, state, and/or local government solicitations.
1 year of experience with an A/E/C-related firm.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively across disciplines and levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

Must be able to obtain necessary clearances.
Experience in proposal writing, RFPs, construction, and technical writing.

Responsibilities

Lead and participate in all phases of the proposal lifecycle, including go/no-go discussions, kickoff meetings, storyboarding, win strategy development, review sessions, and final production.
Develop proposal strategies in collaboration with leadership and technical teams, translating win strategies into clear themes, value propositions, and compelling narratives.
Self-manage proposal production, including scheduling, coordination, writing, editing, graphics integration, and final submission.
Write and edit proposal content based on information from subject matter experts, independent research, and personal knowledge of the A/E/C and construction management industries, including project execution plans, project descriptions, resumes, and compliance responses.
Establish priorities, schedules, and target dates to meet aggressive proposal deadlines while managing multiple simultaneous pursuits.
Develop original content that demonstrates a thorough understanding of the organization's personnel, projects, and market positioning within the A/E/C and CM industry.
Ensure proposals are well-organized, persuasive, visually engaging, and fully compliant with RFP requirements.
Coordinate and facilitate proposal review sessions, incorporating feedback and ensuring quality control through proofreading and technical editing.
Participate in the ongoing development, refinement, and maintenance of the firm’s proposal and information database.