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Titan Technologies

Director, Proposal Operations

Reston, VA · On-site

$160K - $180K/hr

Titan Technologies is seeking a Director - Proposal Operations. This role will perform as the Proposal Team Lead / Proposal Manager to lead our Proposal Management function supporting U.S. Government ...

Dexis

Associate Director (Proposal)

Washington, DC

S. government agency requires a full time Associate Director contractor to provide critical administrative support to Senior Management within the agency. This position is based in Washington, DC and ...

Dexis

Associate Director (Proposal)

Washington, DC · On-site

S. government agency requires a full time Associate Director contractor to provide critical administrative support to Senior Management within the agency. This position is based in Washington, DC and ...

Dexis

Associate Director (Proposal)

Washington, DC · On-site

S. government agency requires a full time Associate Director contractor to provide critical administrative support to Senior Management within the agency. This position is based in Washington, DC and ...

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As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for director proposal 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.

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A Director Proposal typically oversees the end-to-end process of developing and submitting proposals in response to client requests or RFPs. This includes managing a team of proposal writers and coordinators, ensuring compliance with client requirements, and collaborating closely with sales, technical, and subject matter experts to gather necessary information. Daily tasks often involve strategic planning, reviewing and editing proposal content, setting deadlines, and tracking progress to meet tight submission schedules. The role requires balancing multiple projects at once, maintaining high standards of quality, and facilitating communication across different departments to deliver compelling proposals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Director Proposal position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Proposal, you need expertise in proposal management, business development, and excellent written communication, typically backed by a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Familiarity with proposal management software (such as Loopio or RFPIO), CRM systems, and industry-specific certifications like APMP are often required. Outstanding organizational skills, leadership abilities, and effective cross-departmental collaboration set top candidates apart. These skills are essential for producing high-quality, competitive proposals, leading teams, and securing important business opportunities.

What is a Director Proposal job?

A Director of Proposal oversees the proposal development process for an organization, managing teams to create compelling proposals for business opportunities. They ensure compliance with client requirements, coordinate with stakeholders, and develop strategies to enhance the organization's proposal success rate. This role requires strong leadership, writing, and project management skills to deliver high-quality proposals within deadlines.

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Director, Proposal Operations

Director, Proposal Operations

Titan Technologies

Reston, VA • On-site

$160K - $180K/hr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Titan Technologies is seeking a Director – Proposal Operations.  This role will perform as the Proposal Team Lead / Proposal Manager to lead our Proposal Management function supporting U.S. Government (Federal and State and Local) pursuits. This role is responsible for driving proposal excellence across the enterprise—by leading, mentoring, and scaling the Proposal Team—while selectively managing proposals for highvalue, highrisk, or strategically critical opportunities.

This is a leadershipfirst, player/coach role. The successful candidate will focus on building consistency, discipline, and quality across Titan’s proposal portfolio, stepping into direct proposal ownership only when it matters most.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead and Scale the Proposal Team

  • Lead, mentor, and develop Titan’s Proposal Managers, Proposal Specialists, writers, and proposal support resources.
  • Manage proposal staffing and workload balancing across multiple, concurrent federal and state and local pursuits.
  • Collaborate with personnel to support functions including IDIQ Program Management, Sharepoint, and AI Tool management.
  • Establish and enforce proposal operating standards, including kickoff expectations, status cadence, Red Flag sessions, and Pink/Red/Gold reviews.
  • Serve as the escalation point for proposal risk, resourcing challenges, schedule pressure, or compliance concerns.
  • Drive continuous improvement of proposal processes, templates, tools, and reusable content libraries.
  • Partner closely with Capture, Business Development, Technical Leadership, Contracts, Pricing, and Executive Leadership to ensure proposal operations align with TITAN’s growth priorities.

Selective Proposal Ownership

  • Serve as Proposal Manager on strategic, high dollar, or mission critical pursuits as needed.
  • Lead end to end proposal execution when assigned—ensuring compliance, quality, and on time submission.
  • Model proposal best practices and mentor team members through real time execution on complex bids.

You MUST have:

  • Active or eligible to obtain a Secret security clearance.
  • 10+ years of federal proposal experience.
  • 6+ years as a Proposal Manager or Senior Proposal Manager.
  • Demonstrated experience leading proposal teams, not just managing individual proposals.
  • Strong understanding of federal solicitations (state and local experience a plus), proposal compliance, and color team reviews.
  • Proven ability to lead teams under deadline pressure while maintaining quality and discipline.

It’s GREAT if you also have:

  • Experience leading large, complex proposals ($50M+).
  • Experience leading a team of Proposal Managers.
  • Proposal methodology training (e.g., Shipley).
  • Experience overseeing editing, desktop publishing, or graphics functions.
  • Experience with IDIQ Program Management, Sharepoint, and AI Tool management.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field required + 10 years’ experience OR Master’s degree in related field + 8 years’ experience

Company Description:

Titan Technologies, LLC and our wholly owned subsidiaries, TelaForce, LLC, Titan Facilities, Inc. and Zen Strategics, design, build, integrate, and manage innovative solutions and software applications. Our remarkable people, working collaboratively under a shared vision, have earned a reputation with our customers for delivering results with maximum impact. Sound intriguing? Consider Titan Technologies for the next step in your career journey and be part of an impactful team!

Titan is proud to be a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business.

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