We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Proposal Manager to lead the development, coordination, and submission of winning proposals in support of federal, state, local, and commercial business opportunities. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, exceptional writing and editing capabilities, and a proven track record managing complex proposal efforts from pre-RFP planning through final submission.
This role will work closely with business development, capture management, subject matter experts, recruiters, executives, and technical teams to produce compelling, compliant, and competitive proposals that align with customer requirements and organizational objectives.
Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship and position appropriate security clearance is required. (e.g. Active TS/SCI security clearance with agency appropriate polygraph).Capabilities- Lead and manage the full proposal lifecycle, including planning, kickoff meetings, content development, reviews, production, and submission.
- Analyze solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, Sources Sought, Task Orders, and IDIQ opportunities) to identify requirements, compliance obligations, and proposal strategies.
- Develop proposal schedules, outlines, compliance matrices, and content development plans.
- Coordinate with capture managers, technical SMEs, recruiters, contracts personnel, and executive leadership to gather and refine proposal content.
- Facilitate color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold, White Glove, etc.) and ensure timely incorporation of feedback.
- Write, edit, and format proposal sections, including management approaches, staffing plans, transition plans, corporate experience, executive summaries, and past performance narratives.
- Ensure proposal compliance with solicitation requirements, formatting guidelines, page limitations, and submission instructions.
- Manage proposal libraries, reusable content repositories, resumes, past performance databases, and proposal templates.
- Support proposal graphics development and collaborate with desktop publishing personnel to improve visual presentation.
- Track proposal milestones, risks, action items, and deliverables throughout the proposal process.
- Coordinate final production, quality assurance, and electronic submissions through government portals and customer-required systems.
- Support continuous process improvement initiatives to increase proposal efficiency and win probability.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, English, Marketing, Technical Writing, or a related field.
- 5+ years of proposal management experience supporting federal government, defense, intelligence, technology, engineering, or professional services contracts.
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent proposals with varying deadlines and priorities.
- Strong knowledge of federal acquisition regulations (FAR), government contracting, and proposal best practices.
- Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
- Experience developing compliance matrices, proposal schedules, and review processes.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Required Technical SkillsThe Benefits Package- Wyetech believes in generously supporting employees as they prepare for retirement. The company automatically contributes 20% of each employee's gross compensation to a Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) IRA, with no requirement for employee matching. All contributions are fully vested from day one, ensuring immediate ownership of retirement funds.
Additional benefits include:- Wyetech provides a generous PTO plan of up to 200 hours annually, aligned with applicable state leave regulations. Employees have the flexibility to adjust their PTO allocation at the start of each calendar year, ensuring it meets their evolving needs.
Full-time employees have the option to participate in a variety of voluntary benefit plans including:- A Choice of Medical Plan Options, some with Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Vision and Dental
- Life and AD&D Benefits
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurances
- Optional Identity Theft and Legal Protection Services
Company Environment & Perks- Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility up to $10,000
- Mobility Among Wyetech-supported Contracts
- Various contract and work locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, Alaska, Hawaii and OCONUS
- Various team-building events throughout the year such as: monthly lunches, summer company picnic, and an annual holiday party.
- Employees receive two complementary branded clothing orders annually.
$130,000 - $145,000 a year
Pay Range: $130000.00 - $145000.00 per hour* Yearly pay rates listed for this position serve as a general guideline and are not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation will vary dependent upon factors including but not limited to: relevant prior work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies. *Yearly pay rates reflect the pre-benefit gross wage amounts.
