Proposal Manager

Alliance Consulting Group, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Annual bonus

Professional development stipend

Career advancement

Job summary

Alliance Consulting Group seeks a Proposal Manager to lead the development and production of proposal content and pre-qualification efforts for federal and private opportunities.

The role requires deep knowledge of federal procurement processes, proposal writing, and capture planning within the A/E services industry. This 100% in-office position demands authorization to work in the United States and offers strong career growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proposal management experience in A/E, construction or federal contracting.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, InDesign and CRM/proposal tools.
• Knowledge of FAR, government contracting processes, and federal proposal best practices.
• Experience with SF330 preparation and federal submittals (USACE, NAVFAC, VA).
• Excellent writing and editing; strong document management and organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead proposal development, content, compliance, and submissions for federal/private opportunities.
• Build and maintain repository of past performance, resumes, and project descriptions.
• Collaborate with technical and BD teams to refine messaging and submittals.
• Manage federal solicitations, including Sources Sought, SF330s, and task orders.
• Oversee proposal production schedule, deadlines, compliance, and quality.
• Write and edit proposal sections including approaches, past performance, and resumes.
• Ensure compliance with instructions, evaluation criteria, and branding guidelines.
• Support capture planning and pre-positioning interviews.
• Independently manage daily proposal activities and coordinate with partners.

Skills

Proposal management

Writing and editing

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe InDesign

CRM tools

Job description

Alliance Consulting Group is a multidisciplinary engineering firm that delivers Cost Engineering, Facility Planning, and Civil Design services to both private and public sector clients. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we take pride in fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace. Since 2022, we have been Great Place to Work-Certified, with 95% of employees reporting high job satisfaction and work-life balance.

We are seeking a talented Proposal Manager to lead the development and production of all proposal content and pre-qualification efforts. This key role requires a deep understanding of federal procurement processes, proposal writing, and strategic capture planning. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting the Architecture and Engineering (A/E) services industry and the ability to translate technical concepts into compelling proposals.

This position is full-time, in-office, and requires authorization to work in the United States.

Key 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.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in proposal management for A/E, construction, or federal contracting firms.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (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 (i.e.) USACE, NAVFAC, VA, etc.
• 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.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Engineering knowledge or A/E services background.
• Experience supporting proposal content for both small and large corporations, understanding the distinction between the two.
• 100% paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employee coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching
• Annual Bonus Plan
• Professional Development Stipend for approved training, certifications etc.
• Clear path for Career Advancement

Work with a collaborative and mission-driven team supporting high-impact federal projects. Enjoy a supportive, employee-first culture in a firm recognized for job satisfaction.