Strategic Contracts & Proposals Manager

APPRISE; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

APPRISE Incorporated seeks a Contracts Manager to identify proposal opportunities, review requirements, support proposal development, negotiate contracts, and manage federal reporting and compliance. The role covers proposal development, contract management, content and knowledge management, and strategic sourcing.

The candidate will work in-office, with a focus on acquiring and managing federal and non-federal contracts, drafting subcontractor agreements, and maintaining financial trackers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (e.g., MBA or related field).
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize information efficiently.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Identify and track relevant RFI, RFQ, and RFP opportunities.
• Assess fit for APPRISE and summarize information for management.
• Develop detailed information on project scope and proposal requirements for management.
• Develop well-organized proposals tailored to specified client requirements with a focus on administrative requirements.
• Incorporate key technical proposal information from subject matter experts.
• Review and revise proposal drafts to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance.
• Manage federal and GSA reporting obligations and tracking to ensure adherence to regulations and deadlines.
• Oversee document management, contract compliance procedures, and required screening protocols for federal and non-federal contracts.
• Draft subcontractor contracts based on project needs.
• Ensure APPRISE and subcontractors are in compliance with contract requirements including insurance requirements.
• Draft monthly cost reports and maintain Excel-based financial trackers.
• Maintain a proposal content library, including capability statements, past research summaries, management plans, and performance examples.
• Support formatting and editing APPRISE staff resumes for proposal submissions.
• Create visually appealing proposal graphics that enhance document presentation.
• Learn APPRISE’s areas of focus (energy efficiency, energy affordability, energy renewables) to identify and pursue aligned opportunities.
• Identify potential subcontractors with diverse, skilled businesses that align with project needs.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Exceptional written and verbal (oral)沟

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Adobe Suite

Outlook

Word

Job description

APPRISE Incorporated seeks a Contracts Manager to identify proposal opportunities, review requirements, support proposal development, negotiate contracts, and manage federal reporting and compliance. The role covers proposal development, contract management, content and knowledge management, and strategic sourcing.

The candidate will work in-office, with a focus on acquiring and managing federal and non-federal contracts, drafting subcontractor agreements, and maintaining financial trackers.