Federal Proposal Manager
DXC Technology
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Washington, D.C. • Virginia • Washington • United States
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About the role
- Manage and develop high‑quality written proposal content for federal RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and white papers.
- Interpret solicitation requirements and ensure all proposal sections are fully compliant and responsive.
- Work with capture and solution teams to articulate win themes, value propositions, and differentiators.
- Interview SMEs and translate technical, operational, and management concepts into clear, compelling language.
- Edit, rewrite, and refine content to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with DXC’s messaging.
- Support proposal storyboarding, outline development, and content planning.
- Ensure adherence to the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), agency-specific guidelines, and DXC proposal standards.
- Participate in color team reviews e.g. Shipley method, and incorporate feedback efficiently.
- Maintain a library of reusable content and contribute to the continuous improvement of proposal processes.
- Analyze solicitations (RFP, RFQ, RFI, etc.) in conjunction with other customer requirements and communications and determine final document structure.
- Coordinate and lead major project meetings, including Kick-off Meetings, Strategy Meetings, Color Team Reviews, etc.
- Assist with/lead effective content development (storyboarding) and development of strategic strengths and discriminators.
- Manage writing assignments and receipt of all proposal materials with authors and teaming partners in accordance with the project timeline.
- Ensure proposals are compliant with all section L&M or similar instructions/requirements.
- Monitor and remain current on all amendments and modifications to the solicitation.
Requirements
- Proven experience writing proposals for U.S. federal government contracts.
- Strong understanding of the federal procurement lifecycle and common solicitation structures.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
- Ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear, persuasive narratives.
- Experience working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).
- Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 12+ years' relevant professional experience as a Proposal Manager.
- 8+ years of successful track record winning proposal efforts valued at $500M or more.
- Must have proven proposal leadership skills, with the ability to build a strong team, effectively resolve conflict, and vector appropriate resources to maximize proposal development.
- Must have experience in keeping a team focused and moving toward developing a compliant, compelling, competitive, winning document.
- Must be able to work with little direction and manage multiple tasks.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work on high-impact federal programs that support national missions.
- A collaborative, growth-oriented environment with access to senior leaders and technical experts.
- Professional development, training, and career advancement within DXC’s global organization.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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