Proposal Manager - 1099

Red Carrot; Washington; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to oversee proposal efforts for Federal Government projects. The role involves managing proposal development, collaborating with teams, and ensuring compliance throughout the proposal lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in managing complex proposals and possess strong organizational and communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, 401(k) matching, and flexible paid time off.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Comprehensive healthcare plans

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing after one year

Flexible paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience managing competitive Federal Government proposals.
• Knowledge of proposal development lifecycle and processes like Shipley.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of proposal development and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with leadership for timely proposal submissions.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

Proposal Collaboration Tools

Job description

Title: Proposal Manager- 1099

Location: Remote

Red Carrot is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to join our business development team. The Proposal Manager will manage proposal efforts and work closely with business development and operational personnel to develop and deliver high-quality Federal Government proposals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage all aspects of proposal development: pre-proposal planning activities, kickoff meeting, schedule management, action/issue tracking, proposal structure, compliance, technical writing and team guidance, review team coordination, and production.
• Develop and maintain proposal management-related artifacts for each opportunity, including kickoff materials, master outline, compliance matrix, schedule, technical writing, daily stand-up agenda, proposal team contact list, action items, and color team review briefings.
• Collaborate with business development and operational leadership to obtain adequate resources for high-quality, timely proposal submissions.
• Identify new leads in collaboration with business development and operational leadership.
• Establish and enforce the proposal schedule.
• Clarify, communicate, and enforce roles and responsibilities of proposal team members.
• Stay current on solicitation modifications and communicate updates to the team.
• Revise schedules, outlines, and compliance matrices as needed throughout the proposal lifecycle.
• Provide and solicit daily updates on proposal progress via daily stand-ups.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Assist in developing templates and standardized processes to streamline proposal development.
• Lead discussions during solution and strategy sessions with stakeholders, writers, and subject matter experts.
• Capture and communicate customer hot buttons, win themes, solutions, features, and benefits for compelling proposals.
• Review proposal sections for consistency, clarity, compliance, and alignment with themes.
• Provide feedback to writers to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with proposal stakeholders, including subject matter experts, writers, production team, and leadership.
• Remove barriers for proposal team members; escalate needs and issues for resolution.
• Coordinate with the color review chair to prepare color team packages and lead post-review content implementation.
• Ensure ongoing proposal compliance throughout the cycle and before delivery.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Project Management, or related field; 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree considered.
• US citizenship required.
• 5-10 years of experience managing competitive Federal Government proposals, especially in Marketing/Multimedia industry.
• Knowledge of proposal development lifecycle and processes like Shipley.
• Experience managing large, complex proposals with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to work efficiently under deadlines and changing priorities.
• Experience managing onsite, remote, and hybrid proposals.
• Strong organizational and work ethic skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills at all management levels.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with FEDSIM acquisitions, including orals development.
• Familiarity with proposal collaboration tools.
• PMP or Shipley certification is a plus.

Benefits at Red Carrot:

We empower leadership and value diversity. Our benefits include:

• Training and development opportunities.
• Comprehensive healthcare plans.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Profit sharing after one year.
• Flexible paid time off and holidays.

About Us:

Red Carrot is a woman-owned small business excelling in federal services, leveraging data analytics and engineering principles. Headquartered in Miami, with a growing presence in D.C., we deliver strategic communications, customer experience, consulting, and human capital solutions.

EO Commitment:

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and inclusive practices, in accordance with applicable laws.