Strategic Proposal Lead — End-to-End Bid & Content

KBR Careers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a highly organized Proposal Manager to lead the end-to-end proposal development process, ensuring timely submission of high-quality proposals that meet client requirements.

The role involves coordinating with subject matter experts, writers, and cross-functional teams, managing schedules, and crafting compelling narratives that showcase our capabilities and success in complex, competitive environments.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end proposal development process from initial RFP analysis to submission.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts, writers, and contributors to gather information.
• Provide leadership and direction to managers or professional staff.
• Develop and maintain proposal schedules and allocate resources effectively.
• Write, edit, and review proposal content for clarity, consistency, and compliance.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical teams to translate complex information into proposals.
• Conduct thorough reviews to ensure highest quality standards.
• Foster relationships with BD and Operations throughout proposal development.
• Contribute to maintaining a repository of proposal content and templates.

Skills

Proposal management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Proposal management tools

Job description

KBR is seeking a highly organized Proposal Manager to lead the end-to-end proposal development process, ensuring timely submission of high-quality proposals that meet client requirements.

The role involves coordinating with subject matter experts, writers, and cross-functional teams, managing schedules, and crafting compelling narratives that showcase our capabilities and success in complex, competitive environments.