Community Proposal Manager
Edgesource Corporation
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Chantilly • Virginia • United States
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About the role
- Develop and manage the proposal schedule aligned to RFP milestones and internal reviews.
- Lead proposal kickoff; define roles, deliverables, and expectations.
- Ensure end-to-end compliance with RFP requirements and instructions.
- Lead solution development with Capture, SMEs, and Operations.
- Plan and facilitate Blue Team, Pink, Red, Gold, and White Glove reviews.
- Integrate feedback and manage content quality, consistency, and version control.
- Support quarterly initiatives to collect and update program metrics to develop “Gold Standard” proposal reuse content.
- Coordinate with Recruiting to secure Key Personnel Letters of Commitment.
- Support recruiting for non-key staff positions as required.
- Ensure resumes and staffing narratives are compliant and integrated.
- Coordinate cost and pricing volume development with Finance.
- Support Green Team reviews and cost-based rate development as required.
- Ensure pricing aligns with the proposed technical solution.
- Conduct final submittal review with the CSO.
- Submit proposals in strict accordance with RFP instructions.
- Archive final artifacts and receipt confirmation in SharePoint.
- Update HubSpot Deal Stage to “Submitted.”
- Support win or loss documentation and lessons learned.
- Use HubSpot and SharePoint for proposal tracking and documentation.
- Serve as a Volume Lead for various proposal volumes to include Technical, Management, and Past Performance.
- Write, edit, and integrate proposal content using Microsoft Word.
- Facilitate and support writing for Market Surveys, Requests for Information (RFIs), and Sources Sought Notices.
Requirements
- 7 or more years of proposal management experience supporting IC agencies.
- Demonstrated success managing complex, competitive proposals as a prime contractor.
- Experience supporting proposals valued at $50M or greater, including multi-volume submissions.
- Strong working knowledge of FAR and IC acquisition processes.
- Proven ability to partner effectively with Capture, BD, Recruiting, Finance, and Operations.
- Experience leading distributed proposal teams under aggressive deadlines.
- Familiarity with Shipley or Shipley-aligned proposal best practices.
Benefits
- Flexible PTO Policy + 11 Paid Holidays
- Flexible Work Schedules (Remote / Hybrid)
- Medical / Dental / Vision / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401k Plan with Match
- Tuition & Professional Development Support
- Commuter Benefits
- Bonus & Employee Referral Programs
- Career Growth Opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
proposal managementcontent quality managementversion controlcost and pricing volume developmentproposal writingeditingRFP complianceproposal trackingmarket surveysmulti-volume submissions
Soft Skills
leadershipcollaborationcommunicationorganizational skillstime managementproblem-solvingattention to detailadaptabilityteam managementstakeholder engagement
Certifications
Shipley proposal best practices certificationproject management certificationbusiness development certificationproposal management certificationcontract management certificationIC agency compliance trainingFAR compliance trainingleadership trainingnegotiation skills certificationfinancial analysis certification