Proposal Manager III

Amentum

Proposal Manager III providing proposal development support across Amentum programs in a dynamic environment. Leading proposal development under tight deadlines for effective and compliant submissions.

Posted 6/18/2026full-timeAlice Springs • 🇦🇺 AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the end- to -end proposal development and submission process, including interpretation of RFPs, coordination of RFIs, development of solution strategies, SOW preparation, bid analysis, strategic planning, and execution package development.
Analyse RFP requirements and develop proposal strategies that align with customer expectations and organisational business objectives.
Facilitate the development, coordination, and review of proposal deliverables.
Mentor and support Proposal Manager team members in workload management and professional development.
Ensure all proposal documentation is maintained in accordance with established document control processes and procedures.
Support proposal reporting activities for stakeholders and management as required.
Liaise with stakeholders to support proposal interpretation, compliance, and clarification activities.
Collaborate with colleagues to drive proposal development initiatives and support continuous improvement outcomes.
Monitor proposal schedules, milestones, and commitments with internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date proposal records and documentation.
Promote and maintain workplace health, safety, and compliance practices.
Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate qualification in Business, Management, Project Management, or related field required
Five (5) to ten (10) years of progressive experience in proposal development and project management
Demonstrated proposal and project management process knowledge
Proficiency in proposal document preparation using Microsoft Office and Adobe suites
Document management experience
SharePoint and MS Project experience preferred
Active U.S. Secret or TS/SCI Clearance; or equivalent Australian NV1 or Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) Department of Defense Security Clearance and ability to maintain that clearance or obtain higher clearance.
Able to fluently read, write and speak English
Australian or US citizen

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

proposal developmentproject managementdocument managementRFP analysisSOW preparationbid analysissolution strategiesproposal strategiescompliancereporting activities

Soft Skills

mentoringteam supportstakeholder liaisoncollaborationworkload managementcommunicationstrategic planningcontinuous improvementorganizational skillsattention to detail

Certifications

U.S. Secret ClearanceTS/SCI ClearanceAustralian NV1 ClearanceTop-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV)