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SAIC

Senior Proposal Manager

Reston, VA · On-site

Description SAIC is seeking a Senior Proposal Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience working with Subject Matter Experts to manage the development of written proposals and orals ...

Yulista Holding, LLC

Senior Proposal Manager

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

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Aecon Group Inc.

Sr. Proposal Manager

Kent, WA

The Sr. Proposal Manager will have strong technical writing skills and the ability to work in a deadline-driven environment. As part of the pre-construction team, the Sr. Proposal Manager will work ...

Hive Group LLC

Senior Proposal Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

We are seeking a strategic, forward-thinking, and highly motivated Senior Proposal Manager to join the team in McLean, VA. The individual in this role leads, architects, manages, and delivers ...

SAIC

Senior Proposal Manager

Reston, VA

The Senior Proposal Manager will work closely with business development and operational personnel to develop and deliver winning, high-quality Federal Government proposals. The successful candidate ...

SAIC

Senior Proposal Manager

Chantilly, VA

The Senior Proposal Manager will work closely with business development and operational personnel to develop and deliver winning, high-quality Federal Government proposals. The successful candidate ...

Hive Group LLC

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Mclean, VA · On-site

$124K - $148K/yr

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Aecon Concessions

Sr. Proposal Manager

Kent, WA · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

The Sr. Proposal Manager will manage, develop, and write Request for Qualifications (RFQs), Request for Proposals (RFPs), Expression of Interests (EOIs), and Market Sounding submissions for major ...

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AeroVironment

Senior Proposal Manager

Arlington, VA

$93K - $141K/yr

The Senior Proposal Manager will gather, research, organize, and analyze information and coordinate information requirements from many sources to generate cohesive and compelling proposals and ...

Davis Impact

Senior Proposal Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

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SAIC

Senior Proposal Manager

Chantilly, VA · On-site

The Senior Proposal Manager will work closely with business development and operational personnel to develop and deliver winning, high-quality Federal Government proposals. The successful candidate ...

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How much do contractual senior proposal manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for contractual senior proposal manager in the United States is $116,479.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,500.00 and $136,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Senior Proposal Manager vs Contract Proposal Coordinator?

AspectContractual Senior Proposal ManagerContract Proposal Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree in business, communications, or related field; often has PMP or proposal management certificationsUsually requires a high school diploma or associate degree; certifications are less common
Work EnvironmentWorks in a project management or proposal team, often in corporate or government sectorsSupports proposal development, often in administrative or entry-level roles within proposal teams
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in government contracting, engineering, and large corporate sectorsCommon in government agencies, defense, and consulting firms

The Contractual Senior Proposal Manager oversees complex proposal processes, manages teams, and ensures compliance, while the Contract Proposal Coordinator handles supporting tasks like document preparation and coordination. The senior manager role involves strategic planning and leadership, whereas the coordinator focuses on execution support within the proposal development process.

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Senior Proposal Manager

SAIC

Reston, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

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7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

78th of 223 rated it services

Job description

Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking a Senior Proposal Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience working with Subject Matter Experts to manage the development of written proposals and orals presentation slides. This hybrid position is with our Proposal Development Center in Reston, VA. Position includes remote and on-site work. Candidates must be located in the Northern VA area.
The Senior Proposal Manager will work closely with business development and operational personnel to develop and deliver winning, high-quality Federal Government proposals. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
Proposal Lifecycle Management & Planning
  • Manage all aspects of proposal lifecycle activities, including pre-proposal planning, kickoff meetings, schedule development and enforcement, compliance, action/issue tracking, writing instructions, and team guidance
  • Develop and maintain proposal artifacts such as kickoff materials, compliance matrix, proposal structure, schedules, daily stand-up agendas, team contact lists, and review briefings
  • Provide a structured methodology and process for both the creative and management aspects of complex responses for both written and oral Federal Government proposals
Compliance & Quality Assurance
  • Ensure compliance across the proposal by tracking solicitation updates, revising critical artifacts (e.g., schedules, outlines, matrices, slides), and performing regular compliance checks
  • Review and analyze proposal sections for compliance with solicitation requirements and for clear, consistent messaging of win strategies
  • Apply industry best practices with attention to compliance
  • Participate in color team reviews and recovery, including facilitating post-review updates and implementing approved content changes
  • Facilitate and participate in Color Reviews
Strategy Development & Messaging
  • Facilitate solution and collaborative strategy development sessions with capture and technical teams, identifying win themes, customer hot buttons, and innovative solution features/benefits to align client requirements across both written and orals proposals
  • Capture and communicate proposed solutions during brainstorming sessions, applying critical thinking to refine, document, and align inputs with evaluator objectives
  • Collaborate with capture and solution teams to develop strategic messaging, impactful graphics, and cohesive proposals that emphasize "Why SAIC" messaging
  • Leverage advanced proposal tools and frameworks to enhance narrative impact and align content with SAIC's methodologies and win strategies
Writing, Content Development, and Feedback
  • Provide constructive feedback and guidance to writers to refine content for accuracy, compliance, and narrative impact
  • Develop, refine, and/or utilize templates, tools, and standardized processes to streamline proposal development in alignment with industry and SAIC best practices
Orals Presentation Management
  • Collaborate with Capture Manager, Lead Solution Architect, Orals Coach, and Lead Graphic Artist to create orals presentations, including outline development, slide layout, integration of capture intelligence, integration of win themes and strategies, and periodic technical and substantive reviews
  • Facilitate wall walks to help progress slides
  • Help writers develop draft slide content and layout
  • Apply advanced visual communication techniques to advise on, help create, and review conceptual graphics and deliver data-driven orals solutions tailored to evaluator objectives
Team Leadership, Communication & Coordination
  • Facilitate team communication through daily stand-ups, regular updates, progress tracking, and the management of action items
  • Clarify and enforce proposal roles and responsibilities, ensuring alignment and accountability across capture managers, technical and subject matter experts, writers, production staff, and leadership
  • Collaborate with executive leadership, business development, and operations to allocate adequate resources and support high-quality, timely proposal submissions
  • Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and remove barriers for team members by escalating needs and addressing issues for timely resolution
  • Navigate dynamic, high-tempo proposal environments with competing priorities by applying analytical expertise and data-driven decision-making

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and 15 years of experience. Masters and 13 years of experience. Additional years of experience can be used in lieu of a degree.
  • Candidates must be U.S. citizens
  • Candidates must have the ability to obtain a security clearance
  • 5 to 10 years of demonstrated experience managing winning competitive Federal Government proposals in a defined proposal role
  • Experience with AAS/FEDSIM acquisition, including orals slide development
  • Knowledge of the proposal development life cycle and understanding of Shipley or other proposal development processes
  • Experience managing large, complex, and highly technical proposals with many stakeholders, and multiple interrelated plans dealing with technical, management, staffing, pricing, quality, and past performance
  • Experience preparing slides for virtual, live, and/or video presentations
  • Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and successfully under conditions of multiple deadlines and changing priorities
  • Ability to effectively manage on site/in-person and off site/largely remote proposals
  • Ability to collaborate and work as a leader
  • Ability to successfully execute multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Effective written, visual, and verbal communication skills to interact with all levels of management and content developers
  • Willing to travel; willing to work surge hours
  • Demonstrated knowledge of federal procurement environments, including specialized acquisition pathways such as AAS/FEDSIM, OTAs, etc.

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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