Proposal Manager

Redhorse Corporation

. Lead proposal development for RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, Sources Sought, IDIQs, and task order responses .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $145,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in federal government proposal management, including RFPs, RFQs, and compliance tracking, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality proposals on schedule. Proficient in developing compliance matrices and proposal documentation, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Federal Government Proposal ManagementCompliance Matrix DevelopmentProposal Writing and EditingMicrosoft Office ProficiencyActive U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Proposal DevelopmentCompliance TrackingProposal SchedulingDocument PreparationRisk CommunicationProposal Review CoordinationPWS/SOW AnalysisFederal Procurement ProcessesTechnical Narrative CoordinationQuality Review Facilitation

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAdaptabilityTeam Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeSharePointMicrosoft TeamsTechnoMile

Certifications & Qualifications

APMP CertificationShipley Proposal Management Training

Industry Keywords

DoDIntelligence CommunityFederal Civilian AgenciesIDIQsTask OrdersCybersecurityData AnalyticsProfessional Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead proposal development for RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, Sources Sought, IDIQs, and task order responses
Analyze solicitation requirements, including Sections L and M, PWS/SOW, amendments, and attachments
Develop compliance matrices, proposal outlines, checklists, schedules, milestones, and assignments
Track deliverables and proactively communicate risks
Contribute to proposal writing, editing, compliance reviews, document preparation, and production
Coordinate and review technical, management, staffing, and past performance narratives
Organize and facilitate kickoff, Pink Team, Red Team, Gold Team, and final quality reviews
Track review comments and ensure timely resolution
Collaborate with Capture Management, Business Development, technical teams, Pricing, Contracts, executive leadership, and other cross-functional contributors
Verify proposal completeness, formatting, compliance, required attachments, and submission requirements
Coordinate final proposal production and delivery
Support improvements to proposal processes, templates, document management, and lessons learned
Deliver complete, compliant, high-quality proposals on schedule
Maintain accurate compliance tracking, schedules, and proposal documentation
Anticipate challenges, identify solutions, and escalate risks appropriately

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
5+ years of federal government proposal management experience, preferably supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or federal civilian agencies
Strong understanding of federal solicitations, Sections L and M, PWS/SOW requirements, and federal procurement processes
Experience developing compliance matrices, proposal schedules, outlines, and coordinating proposal reviews
Excellent communication, writing, editing, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Teams
Ability to work independently while remaining actively engaged with and supportive of the broader team
Willingness to take a hands-on approach, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute directly to proposal deliverables
Active U.S. Government Top Secret (TS) security clearance, with eligibility for higher-level clearances or additional accesses, including SCI (desired)
APMP certification or Shipley proposal management training (desired)
Experience with IDIQs, task orders, and complex federal proposals (desired)
Familiarity with TechnoMile or similar opportunity management platforms (desired)
Experience supporting IT, data analytics, cybersecurity, intelligence, and professional services proposals (desired)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits programs
Performance-based or other incentive compensation, where applicable
Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability or disabled veteran