Senior Proposal Lead for Federal & Defense Programs

KBR Careers; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR Careers in Norfolk, VA seeks a detail-oriented Proposal Manager to lead the end-to-end proposal development process, coordinating with subject matter experts and writers to craft compelling, compliant proposals. You will manage timelines, gather information, and guide teams to deliver high-quality submissions.

Required are 9+ years in proposal management, excellent communication, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, or a related field.
• 9+ years of proven experience in proposal management, business development, or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency with proposal management tools and Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end proposal development from RFP analysis to submission.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts and writers to gather content.
• Provide leadership and direction to managers or professional staff.
• Develop and maintain proposal schedules and resource plans.
• Write, edit, and review proposal content for clarity and compliance.
• Quality review to ensure high-quality, compliant proposals.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Proposal management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

KBR Careers in Norfolk, VA seeks a detail-oriented Proposal Manager to lead the end-to-end proposal development process, coordinating with subject matter experts and writers to craft compelling, compliant proposals. You will manage timelines, gather information, and guide teams to deliver high-quality submissions.

Required are 9+ years in proposal management, excellent communication, and strong organizational skills.