Associate Proposal Manager

IntrepidGS

. Manage assigned federal proposals from kickoff through submission, including amendments, Q&A responses, change pages, modifications, and Final Proposal Revisions .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing federal proposals, ensuring compliance with FAR-based solicitations, and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality proposal submissions. Proficient in proposal development tools and processes, with strong organizational and communication skills to support effective collaboration.

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Federal Proposal ManagementFAR-Based SolicitationsProposal Development ToolsStrong Written CommunicationAPMP Foundation Certification

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Hard Skills

Proposal ManagementCompliance MatricesAnnotated OutlinesProposal SchedulesContent Development PlansRisk IdentificationProposal FormattingDeadline ManagementQuality AssuranceOral Presentation Support

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCoordination SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsVerbal Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

SharePointMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointProposal Development Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

APMP Foundation Certification

Industry Keywords

Federal ProposalsCapture ManagementContractsSection L/MPWSSOWProposal Review ProcessesSecret Security ClearanceShipley Proposal Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage assigned federal proposals from kickoff through submission, including amendments, Q&A responses, change pages, modifications, and Final Proposal Revisions
Develop compliant proposal outlines and structures aligned with Section L/M instructions, evaluation criteria, and proposal strategy
Build and maintain proposal schedules, compliance matrices, cross-reference tools, and other proposal management artifacts
Analyze solicitation requirements and translate them into actionable assignments, annotated outlines, and content development plans
Partner with Capture Managers, business leaders, and technical contributors to incorporate win themes, discriminators, and strategic messaging into proposal deliverables
Coordinate proposal support across Finance, Contracts, HR, IT, Security, Legal, Quality, Small Business, and operational teams
Support Pink, Red, Gold, and other color team reviews, tracking and incorporating comments
Ensure final proposal products are compliant, accurate, consistent, and aligned across technical, management, past performance, and cost/price volumes
Partner with proposal production resources on final formatting, production, packaging, and submission
Identify and elevate proposal risks, gaps, inconsistencies, and schedule challenges
Contribute to continuous improvement of proposal processes, templates, standards, and tools

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree; equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
1–3 years of experience supporting proposals, capture, contracts, or a related deadline-driven role; federal proposal experience preferred but not required
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously with strong attention to detail
Familiarity with FAR-based solicitations, including Section L/M and PWS/SOW
Familiarity with proposal schedules, compliance matrices, annotated outlines, and review processes
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational, coordination, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in SharePoint, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related proposal development tools
Willingness to obtain APMP Foundation certification within the first 180 days of employment
Must be a U.S. citizen able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance within the first 90 days of employment
Candidates without an active clearance must complete all required clearance paperwork within the first 30 days of employment and obtain clearance within 90 days
Familiarity with Shipley Proposal Processes
Experience supporting oral presentations and discussion responses
Prior exposure supporting Federal proposals, capture, or contracts
Active Secret security clearance preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

IGS provides training and mentorship, including Shipley-based processes and APMP certification
Opportunity to obtain APMP Foundation certification within the first 180 days of employment
Remote / hybrid work arrangement
Up to 20% travel may be required to support proposal activities, reviews, and coordination efforts