Senior Proposal Specialist - Federal Market (fully remote options)

Lensa; Rock Hill (SC); Remote; USD 77,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Proposal Specialist to join their Federal Services Unit. This role involves developing proposals for multimillion-dollar U.S. government contracts, with options for remote or hybrid work. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in marketing and proposal writing, along with relevant experience in federal contracting. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work on meaningful projects in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 6 years of related experience required.
• Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally.

Responsibilities

• Research federal contract opportunities and competitors.
• Develop proposals and presentations using a theme-based approach.
• Coordinate proposal teams including management and technical staff.

Skills

Project Coordination

Communication

Editing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

B.A. or B.S. in Communications, English, Business, Journalism

Tools

MS Office 365

Adobe Creative Suite

SharePoint

Job description

Senior Proposal Specialist - Federal Market (fully remote options)

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41576BR

Requisition ID: 41576BR

Business Unit: FSU

Job Description: CDM Smith is expanding the marketing team in our Federal Services Unit. We’re seeking a proven Senior Marketing Specialist with experience in proposals to win contracts for environmental remediation, infrastructure, and facility construction. We are open to this position having in-office, hybrid, or fully remote work options within the United States. As a member of the CDM Smith team, you will participate in business development efforts for multimillion-dollar U.S. government opportunities nationwide and overseas.

Responsibilities Include

• Research federal contract opportunities, competitors, and potential team partners.
• Analyze FedBizOpps synopses, RFPs, and solicitation documents.
• Develop proposals and presentations using a theme-based approach.
• Write and edit complex content for federal proposals and presentations.
• Utilize AI tools to develop and refine proposal content, graphics, and presentations.
• Coordinate proposal teams including management, technical, financial, graphic design, and production staff.
• Travel occasionally nationwide for meetings and proposal efforts.

Job Title

Senior Proposal Specialist - Federal Market (fully remote options)

Group

OPS - Marketing/Bus Development

Employment Type

Regular

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 6 years of related experience.
• Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. in Communications, English, Business, Journalism, or related field.
• Experience working for an architectural or engineering firm within the federal government.
• Experience with AI tools like ChatGPT and CoPilot.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365, SharePoint, Adobe Creative Suite; advanced skills in MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience developing proposals for US federal government clients.
• Knowledge of business development models (e.g., Miller-Heiman, Shipley).
• Strong project coordination and communication skills for remote teams.
• Experience editing and proofreading professional narratives.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Additional Information

We support a diverse, inclusive, and progressive work environment. Our employees work on meaningful projects and are encouraged to grow professionally. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more about our culture [here](https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith).

Job Site Location

United States - Nationwide

Travel

Approximately 10%

Salary Range

$77,667 - $128,128

Additional Compensation

Bonuses are discretionary.

Work Location Options

Fully Remote or Hybrid options available.

Other Details

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Background checks and drug testing may be required. Massachusetts applicants are protected by state law regarding lie detector tests.