Proposal Manager Energy - Remote

Ladders; United States; On-site; USD 113,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with vesting

Paid Time Off

Employee stock purchase plan

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Proposal Manager Energy to oversee end-to-end proposal development for energy-focused pursuits, from RFP intake through final submission. This role emphasizes compliance, quality, and win-ready messaging within a regulated environment.

Based remote in the United States, you will partner with technical experts and cross-functional teams to deliver persuasive responses for government contracting opportunities, managing complex deadlines and governance.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of proposal development experience with U.S. government programs.
• 10+ years of experience with Federal Government Acquisition, particularly with Department of Energy.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted proposal workflows valued.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire proposal process from RFP receipt to final submission.
• Lead a multi-disciplinary team and facilitate collaboration among contributors.
• Develop clear, concise, and persuasive proposals that align with client needs.
• Conduct quality reviews to ensure compliance with client requirements and governance policies.
• Engage with technical experts to devise solutions for customer challenges.

Skills

Proposal development

Government contracts

Team coordination

AI-assisted workflows

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

RFP software

Content libraries

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Proposal Manager Energy to join the team of a leader in the Business Services space.

This role will oversee end-to-end proposal development for energy-related pursuits, from RFP intake through final submission, with a strong emphasis on compliance, quality, and win-ready messaging. The position will partner closely with technical experts and multi-disciplinary contributors to shape persuasive responses that address client needs and support competitive government contracting efforts. Success in this role will depend on the ability to manage complex deadlines, coordinate moving parts across teams, and maintain disciplined proposal governance in a highly regulated environment.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $113,000 – $188,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire proposal process from RFP receipt to final submission.
• Lead a multi-disciplinary team and facilitate collaboration among contributors.
• Develop clear, concise, and persuasive proposals that align with client needs.
• Conduct quality reviews to ensure compliance with client requirements and governance policies.
• Engage with technical experts to devise solutions for customer challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
• 15+ years of proposal development experience with U.S. government programs.
• 10+ years of experience with Federal Government Acquisition, particularly with Department of Energy.
• Proven track record of managing complex, multi-contributor proposals under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted proposal workflows and content libraries valued.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting.
• Flexible work options and Paid Time Off.
• Employee stock purchase plan and recognition programs.
• Access to employee assistance and satisfaction programs.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.