Proposal Lead - Strategy & Submissions (Flexible Schedule)

KBR, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking a highly organized Proposal Manager to lead end-to-end proposal development, coordinating with SMEs and writers to submit compelling, compliant proposals for government and defense clients.

You will manage schedules, drive content quality, and collaborate across BD and Operations to win competitive bids. Ideal candidates have a bachelor's degree and 9+ years in proposal management or BD, strong writing, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and proposal tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Typically 9+ years of proven experience in proposal management, business development, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and proposal management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end proposal development process, from initial RFP analysis to submission.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts, writers, and contributors to gather necessary information for proposal content.
• Provides leadership and direction to managers or professional staff.
• Develop and maintain proposal schedules, ensuring adherence to deadlines.
• Identify and allocate resources effectively to meet proposal requirements.
• Write, edit, and review proposal content for clarity, consistency, and compliance with client requirements.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical teams to translate complex information into compelling proposals.
• Conduct thorough reviews to ensure proposals meet the highest quality standards.
• Implement best practices in proposal development to enhance overall quality and competitiveness.
• Interact with BD and Operations personnel to clarify requirements and address queries during the proposal development process.
• Foster positive relationships across teams through professional and effective communication.
• Contribute to maintaining a repository of proposal content, templates, and reusable materials to streamline future proposal development.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Communications

Master's degree in Business/Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Proposal management tools

Job description

KBR, Inc. is seeking a highly organized Proposal Manager to lead end-to-end proposal development, coordinating with SMEs and writers to submit compelling, compliant proposals for government and defense clients.

You will manage schedules, drive content quality, and collaborate across BD and Operations to win competitive bids. Ideal candidates have a bachelor's degree and 9+ years in proposal management or BD, strong writing, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and proposal tools.