Federal Proposal Lead | A/E Capture & Strategy

Alliance Consulting Group, Inc.

Alexandria (VA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance (80
401(k) retirement plan with matching
20 vacation days + 8 holidays
Annual bonus plan
Professional development stipend
Career advancement

Job summary

Alliance Consulting Group, Inc. is seeking a Proposal Manager to lead development and production of proposal content and pre-qualification efforts. The role requires deep knowledge of federal procurement, proposal writing, and capture planning, with experience in A/E services.

This full-time, in-office position requires authorization to work in the United States. The candidate will write and edit sections, manage schedules, and coordinate with technical and BD teams to deliver compliant,

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in proposal management for A/E, construction, or federal contracting.
  • Expertise in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe InDesign, and CRM/proposal tracking tools.
  • Knowledge of government contracting processes, FAR regulations, and federal proposal best practices.
  • Proficiency in SF330 preparation and federal agency submittals (USACE, NAVFAC, VA).
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and document management skills with the ability to articulate complex technical content.
  • Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple deadlines and priorities.
  • Detail-oriented and proactive with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead proposal development efforts by managing content creation, compliance, and submission for federal and private-sector opportunities.
  • Develop and maintain a repository of past performance, resumes, project descriptions, and corporate qualifications for efficient proposal generation.
  • Collaborate with technical and business development teams to gather information, refine messaging, and ensure high-quality, strategic submittals.
  • Manage and respond to federal solicitations, including Sources Sought, SF330s, Task Orders, and other data calls.
  • Oversee the proposal production schedule, ensuring deadlines, compliance, and quality standards are met.
  • Write, edit, and refine proposal sections, including technical approaches, past performance narratives, and key personnel resumes.
  • Ensure compliance with solicitation instructions, evaluation criteria, and corporate branding guidelines.
  • Support capture planning efforts, providing insights for pre-positioning and interview presentations.
  • Independently manage day-to-day proposal activities while guiding team members and coordinating with partners and stakeholders.

Skills

Proposal management
Technical writing
Editing
Project coordination
Attention to detail
Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field
Engineering background or A/E services experience

Tools

Microsoft Office
Adobe InDesign
CRM/proposal tracking tools
SF330 preparation

Job description

Alliance Consulting Group, Inc. is seeking a Proposal Manager to lead development and production of proposal content and pre-qualification efforts. The role requires deep knowledge of federal procurement, proposal writing, and capture planning, with experience in A/E services.

This full-time, in-office position requires authorization to work in the United States. The candidate will write and edit sections, manage schedules, and coordinate with technical and BD teams to deliver compliant,

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