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Alpha Corporation

Proposal Manager

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site +1

Proposal Manager A/E/C Industry Experience SF330 Federal Proposal Experience Location: Hybrid in ... Lead and/or assist in preparing interview presentation materials. * Attend client meetings, pre-bid ...

Alpha Corporation

Proposal Manager

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

Proposal Manager A/E/C Industry Experience SF330 Federal Proposal Experience Location: Hybrid in ... Lead and/or assist in preparing interview presentation materials. * Attend client meetings, pre-bid ...

Alpha

Proposal Manager

Dulles, VA · On-site +1

Proposal Manager A/E/C Industry Experience SF330 Federal Proposal Experience Location: Hybrid in ... Lead and/or assist in preparing interview presentation materials. * Attend client meetings, pre-bid ...

Alpha Corporation

Proposal Manager

Dulles, VA · On-site +1

Proposal Manager A/E/C Industry Experience SF330 Federal Proposal Experience Location: Hybrid in ... Lead and/or assist in preparing interview presentation materials. * Attend client meetings, pre-bid ...

Axens North America

Proposal Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

Lead the full lifecycle of proposal preparation, ensuring compliance with client specifications and ... management * Assist in the continual improvement of an effective Integrated Management System ...

Pacer Group

Proposal Manager

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$60 - $65/hr

... lead the development and execution of competitive and non-competitive proposals for Aerospace ... Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human ...

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HDR

Proposal Manager

Sacramento, CA · On-site

... * Assist team in development and preparation of interview materials, including slide decks, leave-behinds, question and answer preparation, team rehearsals, and technology * Lead proposal quality ...

KBR, Inc.

Proposal Manager

Fulton, MD · On-site

$119K - $179K/yr

... * Assist in the conceptualization of key/anchor graphics * Develop and maintain proposal schedules, including color reviews, cost reviews, and key milestones * Prepare presentations and lead proposal ...

3 Reasons Consulting

Proposal Manager

Charleston, SC · On-site +1

Proposal Leadership amp; Execution: • Lead end-to-end proposal management for federal ... Assist in bid/no-bid decisions by evaluating requirements, evaluation criteria, competitiveness ...

KBR

Proposal Manager

Fulton, MD

$119K - $179K/yr

... * Assist in the conceptualization of key/anchor graphics * Develop and maintain proposal schedules, including color reviews, cost reviews, and key milestones * Prepare presentations and lead proposal ...

GFT.

Proposal Manager

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site +1

Lead multi-level category proposals and contribute to proposal excellence through peer compliance reviews, not only for own pursuits but also for those of other teams. * Assist with teaming outreach ...

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How much do assistant proposal lead jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 29, 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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Proposal Team Lead

Proposal Team Lead

Infrastructure Engineering, Inc.

New York, NY • On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Create customized and comprehensive proposals, managing the composition and production of all proposal components to ensure full compliance with RFQ/RFP requirements.

  • Collaborate with team members and manage deliverables from multiple contributors, including technical, business development, internal marketing team, and teaming partners.

  • Manage proposal timelines, coordinate with internal stakeholders to meet deadlines, and oversee multiple concurrent proposals.

Job description

About the Role
Infrastructure Engineering Inc. (IEI) is looking for an experienced Proposal Team Lead to join our Team! Do you love the thrill of receiving an award letter after preparing a masterfully woven proposal that perfectly showcases your team's skills and experience? We're looking for you. Do you want to be part of a dynamic, diverse team that values individual skills AND collaboration? We're the place for you. Our firm is expanding to new cities and taking on new challenges. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, great story telling abilities, and a growth mindset, you'll be the perfect addition to our team.
We are a leading engineering firm known for quality and responsiveness and a proven track record of success as a Prime civil engineering firm. Our firm is growing rapidly, and we're looking for an experienced wordsmith with matching InDesign skills who knows how to craft winning responses to RFPs and RFQs in the civil/structural engineering world. Your proven skills and industry experience will play a critical role in our company's continued growth by developing clever strategies, artfully managing the proposal team, and developing winning responses.....and we're really fun to work with! Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to build a company based on Integrity, Excellence, and Ingenuity!
Key Responsibilities:
  • Create customized and comprehensive proposals, managing the composition/production of all proposal components ensuring full compliance with RFQ/RFP requirements.
  • Collaborate with team members to compile information and manage deliverables from multiple contributors - technical, business development, internal marketing team, and teaming partners.
  • Manage proposal timelines and coordinate with internal stakeholders to meet deadlines.
  • Engage/manage proposal team resources to oversee/produce multiple, concurrent proposals.
  • Review and synthesize RFQs and RFPs to create clear proposal roadmaps.
  • Conduct necessary research.
  • Bring our brand, our experience, and our personnel to life for prospective clients by weaving persuasive stories based on sound strategies and cohesive themes and combining them with top notch graphics and layouts.
  • Write, edit, proofread proposal content to ensure completeness, coherence and compliance.
  • Help build a highly productive, highly successful proposal team.
  • Look for and implement opportunities for efficiencies in the proposal production process.
  • Manage/Create InDesign templates or other graphic materials as needed.

To Be Successful
  • Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or other related fields.
  • Ideal candidate should have 7-10 years proven experience crafting proposals in the AEC Industry; with a focus on Civil Engineering a plus.
  • Must have a strong knowledge of the RFP/RFQ process for state, county, and municipal transportation agencies.
  • Strong understanding of AEC terminology, methods, and industry practices.
  • Advanced InDesign skills are a must; and proficiency with other Adobe products is a plus.
  • Exceptional writing and verbal editing skills with an eye for detail a must.
  • Creative ability to develop visually unique graphics for proposal covers, tables, and illustrations.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment as well as able to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Must be able to develop professional relationships.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Willing to assist in developing other marketing materials, as needed.

Benefits and Perks
  • Highly competitive salary; and Bonus opportunities
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • Personal Paid Leave (Paid Time-Off)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • Short and Long-term Disability Program
  • 401K Program with Employer Match
  • Profit Sharing
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Appreciation Program
  • IEI University
  • An opportunity to learn and grow - Professional Development Program
  • Opportunity to share ideas and express your point of view
  • You are welcome to be your authentic self
  • Philanthropic Outreach and Volunteer Opportunities

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and may occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or climb a ladder/stepstool. The employee may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in an office environment or a remote/home office space and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards; and requires the ability to walk short distances and occasionally requires lifting and caring smaller parcel, packages and other items while walking short distances. May occasionally require work outdoors in various weather conditions, possibly for an extended period depending on the assignment type.
IEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Pay Range: $80,000 - $120,000 per year

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