Proposal Manager Secret Clearance

TEKsystems

McLean (VA)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401k

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a seasoned Proposal Manager to lead the creation of high-quality proposals for U.S. Government contracts. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in proposal management and will play a key role in driving growth through strategic proposal development. This hybrid position offers competitive salary and benefits, making a profound impact on securing federal contracts.

Qualifications

10-15 years of experience in managing proposals for DoD contracts.
Ability to advise on bid positioning and capture strategy.
Strong technical writing and editing experience.

Responsibilities

Develop winning proposal strategies and create compelling themes.
Manage proposal efforts including formatting and submission.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance.

Skills

Proposal Management

Technical Writing

Strategic Growth

Government Contracting

Collaboration

Education

APMP certification

Shipley training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

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Proposal Manager – Strategic Growth & Government Solutions

Location: Huntsville, AL (with travel to D.C. Metro Area, Niceville, FL and Orlando, FL)

Are you a seasoned Proposal Manager with a passion for shaping winning strategies and securing government contracts? Our Client is looking for a driven professional who can lead the charge in developing high-quality, compliant, and compelling proposals for U.S. Government RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs. If you thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment and have the vision to craft persuasive win themes, we want to hear from you!

About The Role

As the Proposal Manager , you will be at the heart of Our Client’s business growth strategy, driving revenue through expert proposal development. You will oversee the entire proposal lifecycle—from initial solicitation to final submission—while collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure a seamless and strategic proposal process.

Key Responsibilities

Develop winning proposal strategies and create compelling win themes tailored to customer requirements.
Lead proposal management efforts, including coordination, desktop publishing, formatting, graphics, and submission.
Work closely with capture managers, program managers, and subject matter experts to deliver persuasive RFP responses.
Interpret government solicitation requirements and guide teams on crafting compliant and competitive responses.
Maintain an organized and efficient proposal schedule, ensuring timely deliverables and executive reporting.
Support strategic planning efforts to expand Our Client’s government contract portfolio.

What We’re Looking For

Expertise in Federal Proposal Management – Minimum 10-15 years of experience in managing proposals for DoD contracts and other U.S. Government agencies.

Knowledgeable Strategist – Ability to advise leadership on bid positioning, capture strategy, and market competitiveness.

Technical Writing & Editing Skills – Strong experience in proposal development, content strategy, and compliance with government solicitation requirements.

Shipley-Trained Professional – Formal training in proposal methodologies such as Shipley or APMP certification preferred.

Tech-Savvy & Detail-Oriented – Skilled in Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams with experience in desktop publishing and proposal portal management.

Why Join Us?

Career Growth Opportunity – Play a central role in shaping Our Client’s success in securing federal contracts.

Impactful Work – Your proposals will directly influence the company’s expansion and revenue growth.

Collaborative Culture – Work alongside talented professionals in a dynamic, high-performance environment.

If you are a driven Proposal Manager eager to influence business success and win government contracts, apply today and make a real impact with Our Client!

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

Our client offers full company benefits to include medical, dental, 401k, paid holidays and vacation. We have a copy to provide to any potential candidates.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Tysons,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2025.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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