Proposal Writer

Certified Technical Experts IN • Peachtree Corners, GA

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About The Position

Certified Technical Experts, Inc. (CTE) is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Proposal Writer to support the development of high-quality, compliant, and compelling proposals for federal, state, and local government opportunities. The Proposal Writer will play a critical role in coordinating inputs from subject matter experts, ensuring compliance with solicitation requirements, and producing clear, persuasive content that positions CTE for successful contract awards. This position requires strong writing skills, knowledge of the government procurement process, and the ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3–5 years writing proposals for government contracting (federal, state, or local).
• Familiarity with federal procurement processes, FAR/DFARS, and small business programs.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to translate technical inputs into clear, customer-focused narratives.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat; experience with proposal management tools is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, Business, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and other solicitations to extract requirements and ensure compliance.
• Write, edit, and format proposal sections including technical, management, staffing, and past performance narratives.
• Collaborate with business development, contracts, IT, and subject matter experts to gather necessary input and tailor content to agency priorities.
• Develop and maintain compliance matrices to ensure all solicitation requirements are addressed.
• Edit and proofread proposals for clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
• Ensure proposals align with CTE branding, messaging, and win themes.
• Work closely with Proposal Manager, Capture Managers, and leadership to translate strategies into compelling written responses.
• Participate in proposal reviews (Pink/Red Teams) and incorporate feedback.
• Support the development of graphics, charts, and other visuals to enhance proposal readability.
• Maintain a library of boilerplate content, resumes, and past performance references.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of proposal templates, style guides, and processes.
• Support knowledge management efforts by capturing reusable proposal content.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees