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Integral Consulting Inc

Assistant Proposal Manager

$90K - $105K/yr

We are currently seeking an experienced assistant proposal manager who will support our efforts to build and submit proposals and support and lead proposal development efforts across all areas of the ...

Stellar Innovations

Proposal Manager

Dayton, OH · On-site

Duties/Responsibilities Lead and manage full-lifecycle proposal efforts (RFIs, RFPs, Task Orders ... collaboration. * Assist in building and maintaining a robust boilerplate library of reusable ...

Stellar Innovations

Proposal Manager

Dayton, OH · On-site

Duties/Responsibilities Lead and manage full-lifecycle proposal efforts (RFIs, RFPs, Task Orders ... collaboration. * Assist in building and maintaining a robust boilerplate library of reusable ...

ATCS

Proposal & Content Strategy Specialist

Camp Hill, PA · On-site

$65K - $94K/yr

Lead and assist with gathering and organizing subconsultant information * Support quality control reviews and pink/red team review process for proposals * Review and edit content developed by other ...

ATCS

Proposal & Content Strategy Specialist

Camp Hill, PA · On-site

$65K - $94K/yr

Lead and assist with gathering and organizing subconsultant information * Support quality control reviews and pink/red team review process for proposals * Review and edit content developed by other ...

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How much do assistant proposal lead jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant proposal lead in the United States is $99,490.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,500.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Proposal Lead vs Proposal Coordinator?

AspectAssistant Proposal LeadProposal Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesSupports proposal development, manages team tasks, ensures deadlinesCoordinates proposal activities, gathers documentation, tracks progress
Required SkillsProject management, communication, proposal writingOrganizational skills, attention to detail, communication
Work EnvironmentCollaborative, team-oriented, often in government or corporate sectorsAdministrative, supportive, often in similar sectors
CertificationsTypically none required, but PMP or related can be beneficialUsually none required

The Assistant Proposal Lead and Proposal Coordinator roles share similarities in supporting proposal processes and working within similar environments. However, the Assistant Proposal Lead often has a more strategic role, overseeing team efforts and ensuring proposal quality, while the Proposal Coordinator focuses on logistical tasks and documentation management. Both positions are essential in successful proposal submissions, with the Assistant Proposal Lead generally requiring more leadership and project management skills.

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Assistant Proposal Manager

Assistant Proposal Manager

Crest Industries

Pineville, LA

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

DIS-TRAN Packaged Substations has an opening for an Assistant Proposal Manager to work from our Corporate Office in Pineville, Louisiana. The Assistant Proposal Manager is an entry Level professional position designed to develop the Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, and Competencies needed to perform as a Proposal Manager. The Assistant Proposal Manager reports to the Proposal Department Manager and learns on the job to become the primary point of contact for all technical and financial issues relating to specific proposals. The Assistant Proposal Manager learns, on the job, how to effectively manage proposals and schedules and ensures assigned proposals are completed successfully. 
COMPETENCIES: 
  • Customer Focus
  • Decision Quality
  • Business Insight
  • Drives Results
  • Collaborates
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Courage
  • Instills Trust
  • Manages Ambiguity
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • The Assistant Proposal Manager shall create assigned proposals and shall be responsible for maintaining the proposal progress through the life of the proposal. The Assistant Proposal Manager shall notify the Team Leader when proposal schedules are not being maintained and shall initiate courses of action to be taken.
  • Holds responsibility for the management of all correspondence with the vendors and potential customer.
  • Holds responsibility for the accuracy and correctness of all proposals and submittal documents produced and shall coordinate efforts with other team members and other departments to ensure these documents are produced correctly, accurately and on schedule. The Assistant Proposal Manager shall provide the Team Leader with copies of all proposals for review.
  • Assists the potential customer in ensuring all scope of work for the project has been addressed and a division of responsibility has been agreed upon.
  • Becomes and continues to be the primary point of contact for the client and shall take all action required to accommodate addendums or changes to the scope of work, project accelerations and delays, structural changes, shipping problems and material problems. The Assistant Proposal Manager shall notify the Team Leader of changes in proposal schedules and problems encountered and shall initiate courses of action to be taken.
  • Provides the Team Leader with periodic updates and status reports on all proposals assigned to him or her. The Team Leader will provide periodic feedback on proposal performance including both technical and financial.
  • Consults with the Team Leader and or Manager of the Proposal Department on matters pertaining to the following:
  • All proposals involving liquidated damages, performance or supply bonds, bid bonds and retainage.
  • All proposals where the clients credit has been flagged to indicate special requirements.
  • All proposals involving expedited lead-times.
  • All proposals involving special equipment (such control buildings) and/or special engineering (such as control building design).
  • Any technical matter not previously encountered or thoroughly understood.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):
  • Bachelors Degree from an accredited vocational or academic institution in the fields of Project Management, Engineering or Technology is required.
  • Three years Substation Experience will substitute for a Bachelor Degree.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat is required.
  • General knowledge of high voltage substations or transmission lines is preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills required.
  • Strong communication skills and customer service skills required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (PREFERRED):
  • 4-year degree, preferably in an engineering or technical related field.
  • 3 years of related experience.
  • General knowledge of high voltage substations and transmission lines.
  • Epicor or other ERP software experience
Referral Level: Professional
Not eligible for Enhanced Referral
Not eligible for External Referral
More information regarding The Crest Industries Family of Companies' Internal and External Referral Programs can be found here: https://www.crestoperations.com/recruit-new
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