Proposal Writer II

M1 Support Services

Westlake (TX)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

M1 Support Services, LP is seeking a Proposal Writer II to develop compliant, persuasive content for federal government opportunities. You will serve as a primary author for assigned sections and collaborate with proposal managers, SMEs, and cross-functional teams to produce evaluator-focused proposals.

Responsibilities include drafting sections, ensuring compliance, and supporting proposal reviews. The role requires strong writing skills and knowledge of FAR-based procurements.

Qualifications

Persuasive writing and editing skills.
Understanding of FAR-based procurements.
Ability to interpret solicitation instructions, evaluation criteria, and translate them into compliant content.
Ability to independently manage proposal assignments.
Excellent communication and interviewing skills.
Familiarity with Shipley methodology or similar proposal processes preferred.

Responsibilities

Independently write compliant and persuasive proposal sections and support development of complete proposal volumes.
Develop various proposal narratives including technical, management, staffing, transition, and past performance sections.
Analyze solicitation instructions, evaluation criteria, PWS/SOW requirements, and other solicitation documents to develop compliant proposal content.
Write proposal content addressing customer requirements and evaluation criteria with approved win themes and proof points.
Collaborate with proposal managers, SMEs, and functional teams to develop proposal content.

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Business, Journalism, Technical Writing, or a related field.

Job description

M1 Support Services, LP

1500 Solana Blvd Suite 5200
Westlake, TX 76262
m1services.com

Proposal Writer II

Location Westlake, TX

Job Posting 114375

Start Date 10/15/2026

Contract Home Office

Salary Range DOE

Posting Date 08/20/2026

Union No

FLSA Status Exempt

Shift Work No FT/PT Full-time

Relocation Possible

Travel Possible

Job Summary

The Proposal Writer II develops compliant, persuasive proposal content primarily supporting federal government and Department of War opportunities. This position serves as a primary author for assigned proposal sections and may support or lead development of proposal volumes depending on size and complexity. The Proposal Writer II collaborates closely with proposal managers, capture managers, technical Subject Matter Experts (SME), and functional teams to develop compelling, evaluator-focused proposals.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Proposal Development

Independently write compliant and persuasive proposal sections and support development of complete proposal volumes
Develop various proposal narratives including technical, management, staffing, transition, and past performance sections
Analyze solicitation instructions, evaluation criteria, PWS/SOW requirements, and other solicitation documents to develop compliant proposal content.
Write proposal content that clearly addresses customer requirements and evaluation criteria and incorporates approved win themes, discriminators, benefits, and proof points
Work from compliance matrices, annotated outlines, writing plans, and other proposal development artifacts

Proposal Compliance and Quality

Review proposal content for accuracy, compliance, consistency, and quality
Support Pink, Red, Gold, and other proposal review cycles
Evaluate and incorporate reviewer comments
Recommend improvements to proposal quality and writing standards
Verify that assigned content addresses applicable solicitation instructions, evaluation criteria, and compliance requirements
Adhere to established Proposal Center processes, procedures, templates, document-management practices, tools, and quality standards

Collaboration

Interview Subject Matter Experts to develop technical content
Collaborate with proposal managers, capture managers, pricing, contracts, and operations leadership
Collaborate across functional organizations to gather and develop proposal content

Research and Content Management

Conduct customer and competitor research supporting proposal development.
Maintain and improve reusable proposal content libraries.
Recommend enhancements to writing standards and proposal tools.

Additional Duties

Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Business, Journalism, Technical Writing, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered

Experience

3-5 years of proposal writing experience
Experience supporting federal government proposals
Demonstrated experience developing compliant proposal content.

Knowledge / Skills

Persuasive writing and editing skills
Understanding of FAR-based procurements
Ability to interpret solicitation instructions, evaluation criteria, and technical requirements and translate them into compliant proposal content
Ability to independently manage proposal assignments
Excellent communication and interviewing skills
Familiarity with Shipley methodology or similar proposal processes preferred

Working Conditions

Hybrid work schedule with regular in-office presence required.
Must maintain a secure, professional workspace with reliable high-speed internet connectivity when working remotely.
Flexibility to work extended or irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, as required to support proposal schedules and submission deadlines.
Occasional travel may be required to support proposal development activities, customer meetings, strategy sessions, or business development initiatives.
Frequent use of a computer and standard office equipment; prolonged periods of sitting may be required.
Regular collaboration with cross-functional teams through in-person and virtual meetings.