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Inadev

Senior Proposal Manager

Reston, VA · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

The Senior Proposal Manager is responsible for leading the full proposal lifecycle for strategic Federal opportunities, including RFPs, RFIs, Sources Sought, IDIQ task orders, GWACs, BPAs, and ...

Inadev

Senior Proposal Manager

Reston, VA · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

The Senior Proposal Manager is responsible for leading the full proposal lifecycle for strategic Federal opportunities, including RFPs, RFIs, Sources Sought, IDIQ task orders, GWACs, BPAs, and ...

Hazenandsawyer

Senior Proposal Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Senior Proposal Manager New York, NY, US $155,000.00 To $195,000.00 Annually Hazen and Sawyer is seeking a Senior Proposal Manager for our NYC office to lead proposal development across our Northeast ...

Woolpert

Senior Proposal Manager

Position Overview Woolpert is hiring a Senior Proposal Manager to join our dynamic Proposal Team . This position reports to the Director of Proposals and provides enterprise-level leadership for the ...

Inadev

Senior Proposal Manager

Reston, VA · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

The Senior Proposal Manager is responsible for leading the full proposal lifecycle for strategic Federal opportunities, including RFPs, RFIs, Sources Sought, IDIQ task orders, GWACs, BPAs, and ...

SAIC

Senior Proposal Manager

Reston, VA · On-site +1

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

Senior Proposal Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

$124K - $148K/yr

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 ...

AVER

Senior Proposal Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

We are seeking a Senior Proposal Manager with expert-level writing and proposal leadership skills to lead complex federal proposals from kickoff through submission and interview support. This role is ...

Aver, Llc

Senior Proposal Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

We are seeking a Senior Proposal Manager with expert-level writing and proposal leadership skills to lead complex federal proposals from kickoff through submission and interview support. This role is ...

SAIC

Senior Proposal Manager

Reston, 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 ...

Aver, Llc

$125 - $150/hr

We are seeking a Senior Proposal Manager with expert-level writing and proposal leadership skills to lead complex federal proposals from kickoff through submission and interview support. This role is ...

Woolpert

Senior Proposal Manager

Position Overview Woolpert is hiring a Senior Proposal Manager to join our dynamic Proposal Team . This position reports to the Director of Proposals and provides enterprise-level leadership for the ...

Yulista Holding, LLC

Senior Proposal Manager

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Job Overview As a Senior Proposal Manager, you will work in Anchorage, AK, or within the lower 48 and be responsible for leading and overseeing all phases of the proposal development lifecycle for ...

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 ...

AeroVironment

Senior Proposal Manager

Arlington, VA · On-site

$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 ...

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As of Sep 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

Inadev

Reston, VA • On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end proposal development lifecycle from pre-proposal planning through final submission.

  • Develop and manage proposal schedules, milestones, action item trackers, and submission plans.

  • Lead and coordinate proposal teams, assign responsibilities, and monitor progress across all proposal workstreams.

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Inadev was founded on the principle of building innovative, customer-centric solutions incredibly fast, securely, and at scale. We deliver world-class digital experiences to some of the largest Federal agencies and commercial organizations. Our expertise spans Digital Modernization, Cloud Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Fraud Analytics, and Human Centered Design.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Proposal Manager to lead and manage complex Federal Government proposal efforts from opportunity qualification through submission and oral presentations. This individual will work closely with Capture Managers, Solution Architects, Technical SMEs, Pricing Teams, and Executive Leadership to develop compelling, compliant, and winning proposals that support Inadev's continued growth.
The Senior Proposal Manager is responsible for leading the full proposal lifecycle for strategic Federal opportunities, including RFPs, RFIs, Sources Sought, IDIQ task orders, GWACs, BPAs, and unrestricted and small business pursuits. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience managing large, complex Federal proposals and has demonstrated success leading cross-functional proposal teams in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
This role requires exceptional leadership, organization, writing, editing, compliance, and communication skills, with the ability to transform technical solutions into compelling customer-focused narratives.
RESPONSIBILITES:
Proposal Lifecycle Leadership
  • Lead the end-to-end proposal development lifecycle from pre-proposal planning through final submission.
  • Develop and manage proposal schedules, milestones, action item trackers, and submission plans.
  • Conduct proposal kickoff meetings, daily standups, status reviews, and executive briefings.
  • Facilitate win theme development, graphics, and solutioning sessions.
  • Manage Pink Team, Red Team, Gold Team, Executive, and Recovery Reviews.
  • Ensure all proposal activities are completed on schedule and in compliance with solicitation requirements.

Compliance and Proposal Strategy
  • Analyze solicitations, amendments, and acquisition documents to establish compliance requirements.
  • Develop compliance matrices, proposal outlines, annotated templates, and content plans.
  • Partner with Capture Managers to identify win themes, discriminators, proof points, and strategic messaging.
  • Ensure proposal responses directly address evaluation criteria and customer objectives.
  • Drive the development of compelling executive summaries, management approaches, technical volumes, staffing plans, transition plans, and past performance narratives.

Proposal Team Leadership
  • Lead and coordinate proposal teams consisting of writers, editors, solution architects, SMEs, graphic artists, pricing analysts, subcontractors, and consultants.
  • Assign responsibilities and monitor progress across all proposal workstreams.
  • Facilitate collaboration among Capture, Business Development, Operations, Technical, Finance, Contracts, and Executive teams.
  • Identify and mitigate proposal risks and resource constraints.
  • Maintain accountability for quality, responsiveness, and submission readiness.

Oral Presentations and Demonstrations
  • Lead the development and management of oral presentation responses.
  • Coordinate storyboard sessions, wall walks, dry runs, and executive rehearsals.
  • Develop presentation outlines, key messages, supporting graphics, and speaker notes.
  • Coach presenters and executives to ensure clear, compelling, and differentiated delivery.
  • Ensure oral presentations align with proposal win themes and customer priorities.
  • The proposal Manager will ensure compliant, differentiated, visually appealing proposals.

Proposal Quality and Continuous Improvement
  • Provide editorial guidance to improve proposal clarity, compliance, responsiveness, and persuasiveness.
  • Develop and maintain proposal templates, content libraries, style guides, and knowledge repositories.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance proposal quality, efficiency, and win rates.
  • Capture lessons learned and best practices following proposal submissions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Inadev Corporation does not discriminate against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, or national origin.
INTEGRITY AND COMPLIANCE NOTICE:
All information provided by applicants must be complete, truthful, and accurate. Any intentional misrepresentation of skills, experience, credentials, or identity may result in removal from consideration for this and future employment opportunities.
For positions supporting U.S. federal government contracts, applicants may be subject to background investigations and employment eligibility verification in accordance with federal regulations. Providing false information during this process may be subject to review and action as required under applicable federal laws and security regulations.
Inadev is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a federal contractor committed to compliance with all applicable EEO, OFCCP, and federal hiring standards.
Requirements
NON-TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Must be willing to work a HYRBID Schedule (2-3 Days) in Reston, VA & client locations in the Northern Virginia/DC/MD area as required.
  • Ability to pass a 7-year employment background check and reference check.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Must be able to prioritize and self-start.
  • Must be adaptable/flexible as priorities shift.
  • Must be enthusiastic and have passion for learning and constant improvement.
  • Must be open to collaboration, feedback and client asks.
  • Must enjoy working with a vibrant team of outgoing personalities.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS:
  • Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Must posses a minimum of 5 years of Federal proposal management experience.
  • Must have demonstrated success managing competitive Federal proposals ranging from $25M to $100M+ in total contract value.
  • Must possess hands-on experience supporting IDIQs, GWACs, BPAs, task orders, and large unrestricted pursuits.
  • Must possess the proven ability to manage multiple concurrent proposals under aggressive deadlines.
  • Must possess hands-on experience supporting Civilian, Defense, Homeland Security, Regulatory, and Health-related agencies.
  • Must possess hands-on Proposal Management Expertise & Extensive experience leading: Proposal planning, Compliance management, Storyboarding, Color Team Reviews, Recovery and final production & Submission activities.
  • Must possess exceptional writing, editing, facilitation, and presentation skills.
  • Must have the ability to transform complex technical concepts into customer-oriented value propositions.
  • Must possess Strong executive-level communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Must have strong hands-on technical skills in the following: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Team, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Must have strong hands-on experience using automated proposal tools and AI based proposal tools.

Salary Description
$110,000-$150,000 (based on pertinent experience)

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