Proposal Manager - 45933

Syneren Technologies Corporation; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal contracting firm is seeking a Proposal Manager to lead and deliver high-quality proposals for U.S. Government solicitations. This role involves managing the proposal lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS standards. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of proposal management experience, with strong writing and project management skills. Responsibilities include analyzing RFPs, developing proposal documents, and conducting quality reviews. This position is based in Vienna, Virginia.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proposal management experience in federal contracting.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and experience working with agencies (DoD, DHS, GSA, etc.).
• Strong writing, editing, project management, and Microsoft 365 skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage proposals from pre‑RFP planning through submission and debriefs.
• Analyze RFPs to drive compliance and strategy.
• Write and edit technical, management, staffing, and past performance sections.
• Ensure full compliance with instructions, formatting, and page limits.

Skills

Proposal management

Writing

Editing

Project management

Microsoft 365

Job description

Overview

Syneren seeks a Proposal Manager to lead, coordinate, and deliver compliant, high‑quality proposals for U.S. Government solicitations. This role manages the full proposal lifecycle, partners with cross‑functional teams, and ensures alignment with FAR/DFARS standards and customer evaluation criteria.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage proposals from pre‑RFP planning through submission and debriefs.
• Analyze RFPs (Sections L, M, C) to drive compliance and strategy.
• Develop schedules, outlines, compliance matrices, and lead kickoff and color team reviews.
• Support winning themes, and competitive strategy.

Content Development

• Write and edit technical, management, staffing, and past performance sections.
• Maintain proposal libraries, resumes, boilerplate, and partner with Pricing to ensure narrative/price alignment.

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure full compliance with instructions, formatting, and page limits.
• Perform quality reviews for clarity, structure, and customer‑focused messaging.
• Follow Shipley/APMP best practices, coordinate security and subcontractor inputs.
• Serve as central point of contact for proposal communications.
• Coordinate inputs across Capture, Contracts, SMEs, HR, and subcontractors.
• Oversee final production, submission (SAM.gov, PIEE, Grants.gov), and support ENs, clarifications, orals, and revisions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proposal management experience in federal contracting.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and experience working with agencies (DoD, DHS, GSA, etc.).
• Strong writing, editing, project management, and Microsoft 365 skills.
• Shipley or APMP knowledge (certification preferred).

Core Attributes

• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, calm under pressure, collaborative, and able to learn technical concepts quickly.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. ADA Compliance: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. EEO-1 Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. E-Verify Participation: This employer participates in E-Verify to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.