Senior Proposal Coordinator

Leonardo DRS, Inc. • FL

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About The Position

Join our team and contribute to the success of our organization by effectively managing and coordinating high-quality proposals! In this role, you be responsible for coordinating and managing the full lifecycle of proposal development. This entails planning, leading the proposal team, and submitting complex proposals in response to Request for Proposals (RFPs) while ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
• 5+ years directly related experience including proposal preparation and analysis for a government contractor.
• Experience with FAR and DFARs preferred.
• Proven experience in proposal management or similar roles.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in relevant software and proposal management systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Understanding of government and commercial solicitations, Requests for Proposal (RFP) and Requests for Information (RFI).
• Must be proactive, self-motivated, detail-oriented, with a positive attitude, and a team leader.

Responsibilities

• Organize, store, and maintain versions of drafts, templates, and final submission.
• Ensure all documentation adheres to company formatting and submission guidelines.
• Schedule team meetings and ensure key milestones are met.
• Track deadlines, facilitate team communication, and coordinate proposal reviews.
• Track and compile submissions for cost, schedule, and technical elements for complex proposals to ensure timely compliant submission.
• Ensure proposals meet RFP requirements, including formatting, page limits, and submission criteria.
• Adhere to internal policies and procedures throughout proposal development.
• Act as a central point of contact for team members, facilitating clear communication across departments.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders for information gathering and alignment.
• Oversee the final submission process, ensuring delivery via appropriate channels and confirming receipt.
• Track submission status and follow up as necessary.
• Assist proposal managers and writers with administrative tasks.
• Handle editing, proofreading, and version control of documents.
• Participate in team efforts to improve department functionality.
• Provide guidance to less experienced Proposal Coordinators.
• Identify, resolve, and prevent complex issues.
• Ensure strict adherence to government regulations and the organization’s mission, values, and culture.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company contribution to a health savings account.
• Telemedicine.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Legal insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Wellness programs focusing on physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
• Programs and activities to support career growth, professional development, and skill enhancement.
• Flexible work schedules with a 9/80 program.
• Competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees