Proposal Manager

Position Title: Proposal Manager
Location: Remote; based in DC Metro Preferred
Clearance: None Clearable US Citizen Required; Top Secret clearance preferred

Do you thrive on creating unique and impactful value for Federal clients Are you passionate about partnering with clients and collaborating to create solutions Do you enjoy the opportunity to drive change that impacts our nation We are looking for smart curious driven individuals to join us in partnering with our client to help them solve some of the nations most challenging problems. ASI Government serves as a trusted adviser to government leaders seeking improved performance enhanced organization effectiveness and strategic change.

Company Overview:
ASI Government provides government leaders with the expertise they need to navigate acquisition and organizational challenges so they can make an impact and achieve their goals. For over 30years ASI has transformed the way government does business impacting over 70 government agencies across the civilian defense and intelligence communities.

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Job Description

The Proposal Manager leads coordinates and produces high impact compliant and compelling proposals in response to U.S. Federal and State Government RFIs RFQs and RFPs. This role supports the entire business development lifecycle including capture support competitive analysis and opportunity management. You will have experience writing and developing impactful compliant and compelling proposals in response to U.S. Federal and State Government RFIs RFQs and RFPs. This role supports the entire business development lifecycle including capture support competitive analysis and opportunity compliant and compelling proposals in response to U.S. Federal and State Government RFIs RFQs and RFPs. This role supports the entire business development lifecycle including capture support competitive analysis and opportunity management.

This position requires a strong writer strategic thinker and flawless organizer who can orchestrate multiple concurrent RFP responses in a fastmoving environment

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret RFIs RFPs and RFQs; extract critical requirements and compliance elements.
• Develop proposal outlines compliance matrices and annotated proposal structures.
• Establish manage and enforce proposal schedules and milestones.
• Lead strategy meetings focused on win themes discriminators technical solutions staffing past performance and pricing strategy.
• Tailor proposal templates and provide guidance to writers reviewers SMEs and partners.
• Write edit and format proposal sections including technical management staffing and past performance volumes.
• Conceptualize and coordinate proposal graphics and visual elements.
• Assemble edit and format employee resumes/bios and corporate past performance summaries.
• Manage proposal files artifacts and knowledge management repositories.
• Maintain and update CRM opportunity records; assist in generating reports.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support capture account planning and corporate marketing initiatives.
• Deliver compliant compelling and high-quality proposals with a strong probability of proposals with a strong probability of

Minimum Requirements

• B.A./B.S. degree
• Minimum 7years of professional experience including 4 years in federal proposal management.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; exceptional proposal writing/editorial skills.
• Strong understanding of Federal Government acquisition processes and applicable regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and personal accountability for quality.
• Ability to independently define schedule and manage the full proposal process.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office SharePoint and proposal automation tools.
• Willingness to work extended hours during surge cycles.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years of professional experience including 5 years in federal proposal management.
• Experience developing proposal graphics or supporting desktop publishing tasks.
• Experience with Deltek GovWin ATO tools or other pipeline management/CRM platforms.
• Experience collaborating with consultants SMEs and subcontractors in high-pressure situations.

Personality & Character Attributes

This position requires a Proposal Manager with the drive discipline and ENERGY to lead complex bids to the finish line. The ideal candidate embodies:

• Ambition & Hunger to Win Thrives in competitive environments; carries a must win mindset.
• Self-starter Mentality Takes initiative without waiting for direction; anticipates what needs to be done.
• High Energy Maintains momentum and positivity during intense proposal cycles.
• Extreme Ownership Takes accountability for deadlines quality compliance and delivery.
• High Attention to Detail Catches inconsistencies errors and compliance gaps before submission.
• Exceptional Organization Able to manage track and coordinate multiple simultaneous RFPs.
• Excellent Writer & Communicator Writes crisp compelling compliant content under tight timelines.
• Calm Under Pressure Performs professionally during high stress high stakes proposal highstakes proposal periods.
• Collaborative Leadership Motivates SMEs contributors and teammates with respect and clarity.

Clearance Requirement:None Clearable US Citizen REQUIRED; Top Secret clearance preferred

Work Location & Schedule

• Primary Location:Remote Occasional travel to ASI HQ
• Onsite Requirements:As Needed (less than 10%)-13873 Park Center Road 129S Herndon Virginia 20171
  • Hybrid/Onsite requirements will be based on business needs and proposal cycles.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: ASI Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity age status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability. To view the EEO Is the Law Poster click here.

PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION: We will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: ASI is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process please send an email at or call and let us know the nature of your request.