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Proposal Manager, Technical Writer
Allegheny Science & Technology. Write and edit compelling, compliant federal proposals showcasing past performance and innovative solutions .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in federal proposal writing and coordination, with a strong focus on compliance with solicitation requirements and FAR. Proficient in managing multiple proposals, developing persuasive content, and utilizing industry-specific tools to enhance proposal quality and effectiveness.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Federal Proposal WritingFAR ComplianceProject ManagementMS Word ProficiencyGovWin IQ Experience
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Hard Skills
Proposal Lifecycle ManagementTechnical Proposal WritingContent DevelopmentCompliance MatricesQuality Control PlansCost/Price NarrativesExecutive SummariesRisk ManagementDesktop PublishingGraphics Creation
Soft Skills
Exceptional Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationLeadership SkillsAttention to DetailInterpersonal Skills
Tools & Technologies
MS PowerPointGovTribeSAM.govFedConnectGSA eBuyAcquisition.govUSASpending.govNextStage
Industry Keywords
Government ContractsProposal StrategiesAPMP MethodologiesShipley MethodologiesFixed-Price ContractsCost-Reimbursement Contracts
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Write and edit compelling, compliant federal proposals showcasing past performance and innovative solutions
- Coordinate the full proposal lifecycle from pre-RFP through post-submission
- Manage schedules, task assignments, progress tracking, and deadlines
- Collaborate with business development, business unit leads, SMEs, technical teams, writers, and graphic designers
- Assess opportunities, develop win strategies, determine resource needs, and ensure accurate, relevant content
- Develop outlines and compliance matrices
- Ensure compliance with solicitation requirements, FAR, internal processes, and best practices
- Lead kickoff meetings and storyboard, pink, red, and gold team reviews
- Incorporate review feedback into compliant content under tight deadlines
- Translate complex technical concepts into scorable, digestible content and audience-tailored stories
- Create and assist with graphics, charts, and visuals
- Perform desktop publishing, layout, and proofreading
- Implement proposal quality control for error-free final documents
- Track industry trends and propose fresh content ideas
- Review and improve proposal strategies periodically
- Maintain a repository of reusable content and templates
- Manage multiple proposals concurrently under strict deadlines
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Political Science, or related field
- 4+ years of federal proposal writing/coordination experience with a track record of winning government contracts
- Broad understanding of government solicitations and FAR, including fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contract types
- Ability to decompose requirements and tailor content to score significant strengths
- Ability to write Management Approach, Transition Approach, Resumes, Past Performance, Corporate Experience, Risk Management and Quality Control Plans, Executive Summaries, Cost/Price Narratives, and Introductions
- Proficiency in complex technical proposal writing
- Experience interviewing SMEs to turn technical requirements into persuasive, digestible content
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent project management, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail and quality consciousness
- Expert proficiency in MS Word and PowerPoint, including styles and templates
- Familiarity with graphics/design tools
- Knowledge of APMP/Shipley methodologies
- Proficiency with GovWin IQ, GovTribe, SAM.gov, FedConnect, GSA eBuy, Acquisition.gov, USASpending.gov, NextStage, and similar tools
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
- Candidates must be located within the East Coast region
- U.S. Citizenship is required