Federal Proposal Manager

Job Description:

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) helps global companies run their mission critical systems and operations while modernizing IT optimizing data architectures and ensuring security and scalability across public private and hybrid clouds. The worlds largest companies and public sector organizations trust DXC to deploy services across the Enterprise Technology Stack to drive new levels of performance competitiveness and customer experience. Learn more about how

Location: Hybrid Washington DC. Candidates within 25 miles of a DXC office are required to work on-site 2 days per week.

Overview:

DXC Technology is seeking a skilled Senior Federal Proposal Manager to join our newly formed Proposal Development this role you will craft persuasive compliant and compelling proposal content that helps DXC win strategic opportunities across U.S. federal agencies.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fastpaced environment understands the federal procurement lifecycle and can balance creativity with strict compliance requirements. The Proposal Manager is responsible for all aspects of proposal development including directing and coordinating the activities of Proposal Volume Leads writers and consultants to produce high-quality winning proposals. The Proposal Manager will work closely with the Capture Manager Business Development Executive and Lead Solution Architect to develop and articulate technical and management solutions for proposals whitepapers oral presentations and other business materials. This individual will be responsible for leading/mentoring less experienced proposal staff and proposal coordinators and for contributing to proposal development writing efforts when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop highquality 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 DXCs 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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).

• Bachelors 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.

Desired Qualifications

• APMP Certification

• Experience collaborating with Senior Corporate leadership

• Experience with Shipley or similar proposal development methodologies.

• Background in IT services digital transformation cybersecurity cloud or related technical domains.

• Experience supporting large complex federal proposals (e.g. IDIQs GWACs BPAs).

• Proposal experience within a large systems integrator or federal contractor.

Other Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.

• Must have or be able to obtain a Top-Secret SCI Clearance.

What We Offer

• 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 DXCs global organization.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

At DXC Technology we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing productivity individual work styles and life circumstances. Were committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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