Senior Proposal & Business Operations Manager

Precision Collective; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Precision Collective seeks a Senior Proposal & Business Ops Manager to lead federal proposals and optimize business operations from its Falls Church, VA base. This role combines writing skilled proposals with strategic operations leadership, drawing on defense contracting experience to drive company growth and secure government awards.

The successful candidate will partner with the Executive Director of Ops across proposal leadership, corporate operations, and workforce management, shaping

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and relevant professional experience; equivalent military or professional experience may be considered.
• Experience developing, writing, and/or managing federal government proposals.
• Experience supporting executive-level operations or corporate functions in a government contracting environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint).
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead federal proposals from solicitation release through final submission, including analysis of RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, PWSs, SOWs, and evaluation criteria.
• Write, edit, and refine high-quality proposal content, including technical, management, staffing, past performance, and corporate experience sections.
• Develop proposal strategies, compliance matrices, outlines, schedules, storyboards, and production plans.
• Collaborate across Finance, HR, Business Development, Contracts, and Operations to resolve issues and improve organizational effectiveness.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Federal proposals

Proposal writing

Executive-level operations

MS Office 365

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

Senior Proposal & Business Operations Manager

• Falls Church, VA

Overview

Precision Collective delivers innovative professional services and strategic consulting solutions to federal agencies helping accomplish complex missions with precision, purpose, and exceptional client service. We provide program management, strategic communications, technical consulting, and administrative support services delivering meaningful results. Explore opportunities to join our team at https://precisioncollective.com/careers/

Why Work at Precision Collective?

At Precision Collective, we believe great organizations are built by great people. We invest in talented professionals who are curious, collaborative, and committed to delivering exceptional results. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced leaders, contribute to meaningful federal missions, and grow your career in an environment that values innovation, accountability, and continuous development.

Position Description

Precision Collective is seeking a Senior Proposal & Business Ops Manager to join our leadership team and play a critical role in the continued growth of the company. This is not a traditional proposal-management position. We are looking for a mid-career DoW, CBRN, CWMD, or national security professional federal procurements, can write and manage winning proposals, and is equally comfortable solving operational and organizational challenges.

The successful candidate will become a trusted partner to the Executive Director of Ops with meaningful ownership across three critical areas of the business: Proposal Leadership & Business Development, Corporate Operations, and Personnel & Workforce Management. This role is ideal for someone who has spent several years in the defense contracting or military environment and is ready for a position where writing ability, judgment, initiative, mission knowledge, and leadership directly influence company growth and success.

A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:

• Lead federal proposals from solicitation release through final submission, including analysis of RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, PWSs, SOWs, and evaluation criteria.
• Write, edit, and refine high-quality proposal content, including technical, management, staffing, past performance, and corporate experience sections.
• Develop proposal strategies, compliance matrices, outlines, schedules, storyboards, and production plans.
• Collaborate across Finance, HR, Business Development, Contracts, and Operations to resolve issues and improve organizational effectiveness.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and relevant professional experience; equivalent military or professional experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated experience developing, writing, and/or managing federal government proposals.
• Experience supporting executive-level operations or corporate functions in a government contracting environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint).
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security.

Security Clearance Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. U.S. Citizenship required.

Location & Travel

This is a full-time position based in Falls Church, VA, with minimal travel expected.

Preferred Qualifications

• Shipley Proposal Process certification or equivalent formal proposal training.

Total Rewards

At Precision Collective, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We are committed to providing competitive compensation, meaningful career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, professional development opportunities, and employee wellness resources. Eligible employees may also participate in additional company-sponsored programs and benefits. As a growing organization, we foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-focused culture where employees are empowered to contribute, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact in support of our federal customers.

Posted Salary Range

USD $115,500 - $150,000 / Yr.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Precision Collective is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employment decisions are based on qualifications, merits, business needs, and performance. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy or related medical conditions, protected veteran status, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Precision Collective strives to provide an accessible application and interview process. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact our Talent Acquisition team for assistance.