Proposal and Growth Operations Executive

JCS Solutions LLC

$145K — $180K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in federal government proposal development
  • Strong understanding of federal procurement practices and FAR requirements
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
  • APMP or PMP certification preferred
  • Experience applying Shipley processes and standards

Responsibilities

  • Manage development, planning, scheduling, and delivery of proposals.
  • Develop win themes and value propositions while maintaining compliance.
  • Analyze government solicitations and prepare detailed proposal schedules.
  • Collaborate with SMEs and writers to ensure strategic alignment and requirements compliance.
  • Conduct effective color reviews and coordinate final proposal delivery.
  • Schedule and lead meetings to ensure oversight and adherence to timelines.
  • Mentor proposal team members and communicate tasks clearly.

Benefits

  • Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.
  • Collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.
  • Tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and short-and-long term disability.
  • Paid time off (PTO) and 401k retirement plan with employer match.
  • Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program.
Full Job Description
Job Summary:
JCS Solutions is seeking a Proposal and Growth Operations Executive with extensive federal government proposal experience in fast-paced environments supporting multiple mission and business domains. The ideal candidate must possess at least ten years of direct experience in federal government proposal development. This expertise should be applicable to bids for federal clients in areas such as digital modernization, cybersecurity, infrastructure and cloud, DevSecOps, professional solutions, and emerging technologies.

This role is designed for experienced proposal managers ready to lead complex and challenging bids within a company committing resources to winning pursuits. Exceptional communication, organizational, and strategic-thinking skills are essential for this position. The successful candidate will adhere to the principles of customer-focused, compliance, completeness, and compelling content. If you are interested in a challenge and a great working environment, apply today!

What's in it for you:
  • Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.
  • Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.
  • Enjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.
  • A robust benefits package:
    • Health, dental, and vision insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Short-and-long term disability
    • Paid time off (PTO)
    • 401k retirement plan with employer match
    • Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program
    • And more!

What you will do:
  • Manages all aspects related to the development, planning, scheduling, and delivery of assigned proposals.
  • Plans, strategizes, and positions the proposal by developing win themes, value propositions, discriminators, and graphics. Maintains focus on the win strategy throughout the proposal process, ensuring it is effectively infused throughout the entire proposal. Helps translate strategic win themes into customer-focused proposal win themes and strengths with metrics and proof points.
  • Analyzes government solicitations, identifies all requirements and evaluation criteria, and prepares and distributes detailed proposal schedules, outlines, and guidelines. Responds promptly to RFP amendments and implements required changes to the proposal.
  • Works with the assigned capture manager to assign and manage volume leads and writers.
  • Collaborates with SMEs, writers, and external teammates to ensure proposal writing aligns with recommended strategies while meeting solicitation requirements.
  • Manages and ensures effective color reviews with internal and external teammates. Prepares and coordinates the delivery of the final proposal.
  • Schedules and chairs checkpoints/stand-ups and other meetings throughout the proposal process to ensure effective oversight, compliance, and adherence to proposal schedules.
  • Verifies all deliverable documentation using established processes and procedures to ensure compliance.
  • Collects and consolidates lessons learned feedback from the team and provides them to the Director of the Shared Services Center for future consideration after an award decision has been made.
  • Provides mentorship and direction to proposal team members.
  • Identifies roles and responsibilities in detail; communicates tasks and objectives clearly and unambiguously; and ensures accountability on all requirements.
  • Prepares status reports and briefings for management; prepares, presents, conducts, and participates in reviews at all stages of the proposal.
  • Demonstrate flexibility and a solution-oriented mindset to support the successful submission of compliant, concise, and compelling proposals.
  • Perform related duties as required to support proposal and business development objectives.

What you will bring:
  • This role supports U.S. Government contracts that require U.S. citizenship.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in Federal Government contracting and/or a Bachelor's degree combined with equivalent related experience.
  • Understanding and experience with Federal Government procurement practices, including knowledge of FAR requirements and standard Federal Government solicitation organization
  • Capability to support a wide range of proposals, from quick-turn task orders to large-scale and complex IDIQ or GWAC bids
  • Effective time management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
  • Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills to interface effectively with others
  • Ability to work independently and proactively to provide compliant proposal responses and meet deadlines
  • Experience in applying Shipley processes and standards
  • APMP and/or PMP certification preferred.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and Adobe Acrobat

How you will wow us:
  • Experience with both civilian and DoW federal agencies and program management supporting Federal Customers
  • Willingness to adopt corporate processes and standards along with the ability to apply continuous improvement initiatives
  • Understanding of digital modernization, infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, and emerging technologies
  • Experience with Orals and Demos presentation development
An active U.S. security clearance or eligibility to obtain a clearance is preferred.

At JCS Solutions, compensation is based on a number of factors such as location, qualifications, and applicable contract terms. The general salary range for this position is as follows: $145,000 - $180,000.

Our employees embody our core values, and we are looking for others who do too!
  • Customer Experience: Strive for excellence and delight our clients.
  • Innovation: Embrace creative thinking to enable continual growth and powerful solutions.
  • Accountability: Take ownership of and pride in our actions and service delivery.
  • Inspire: Be inspired to be your best self and have fun in the process.
  • Integrity: Do the right thing, the right way, every time!
  • Stewardship: Careful management of something entrusted to us.

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