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CA&M, Inc

Proposal Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

Manages all aspects of proposal development, including: pre-proposal planning activities, solution and strength development , kickoff meeting, schedule, action/issue tracking, proposal structure ...

CA&M, Inc

Proposal Manager

Washington, DC · Remote

Manages all aspects of proposal development, including: pre-proposal planning activities, solution and strength development , kickoff meeting, schedule, action/issue tracking, proposal structure ...

Robert Half

Proposal Coordinator and Writer

Louisville, CO · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Responsibilities: • Analyze solicitation documents to identify submission requirements, build response frameworks, and guide proposal planning activities • Lead proposal scheduling by organizing ...

InstantServe LLC

Proposal Manager

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

Lead proposal planning, develop proposal management plans, and manage proposal schedules and milestones. * Participate in the development and review of proposal strategies and themes. * Work with ...

CRi

Proposal Manager

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$64.50K - $70.50K/yr

Manage end-to-end proposal development, including RFP analysis, content planning, stakeholder coordination, technical narrative development, cost proposal development, and submission. * Lead ...

Ahtna

Summary The Proposal Manager leads the planning, coordination, development, and submission of proposal responses for federal, state, and commercial opportunities. This role manages the end-to-end ...

DPS Group

Proposal Manager

Cary, NC · On-site

Proposal Planning and Development : Develops the overall proposal strategy, plan, and timeline. able to effectively coordinate various levels of SMEs effectively to deliver complicated responses on ...

Indra USA Inc

Proposal Manager

Fairfax, VA · On-site

Key Responsibilities Proposal Planning & Management * Review RFP documents, including exhibits, technical and pricing requirements, and administrative volume requirements. Analyze solicitation ...

Auria

Proposal Manager

Washington, DC

As the Proposal Manager, you will apply proven proposal planning and execution strategies and processes to support cross-functional teams' development of winning, compliant, compelling, and on time ...

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How much do proposal planning jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for proposal planning 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 Proposal Planning vs Proposal Writing?

AspectProposal PlanningProposal Writing
FocusDeveloping strategy, outlining, and organizing proposal contentDrafting, composing, and editing proposal documents
SkillsProject management, strategic thinking, coordinationWriting, editing, attention to detail
CredentialsExperience in proposal processes, certifications like PMP or proposal management coursesStrong writing skills, communication, and editing experience
Work EnvironmentCollaborative, planning sessions, cross-department coordinationIndividual work, document creation, revisions

Proposal Planning involves strategizing and organizing the proposal process, while Proposal Writing focuses on creating the actual proposal documents. Both roles are essential in winning bids but require different skills and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Proposal Planning job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,490 per year, or $47.8 per hour.

Proposal Manager

Choice. Respect. independence. (CRi)

Chantilly, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Position Summary:

The Proposal Manager leads and manages the full lifecycle of proposal development and contract renewals in response to public and private funding opportunities. This position works cross-functionally to prepare compelling, compliant, andtimelyresponses to RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs, includingthedevelopment of technical narratives and cost proposals. The roleis responsible forcoordinating proposal development frominitialreview through submission and works closely with program, finance, and leadership teams to ensure complete and competitive responses.

The role also involvesmonitoringrelevant funding trends, procurement opportunities, regulatory changes, and policy developments to support awareness of upcoming funding opportunities and proactive proposal planning.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Proposal & Contract Management

  • Manage end-to-end proposal development, including RFP analysis, content planning, stakeholder coordination,technical narrative development, cost proposal development, andsubmission.
  • Lead development of proposal budgets and pricing models in Excel and facilitatereview with Finance prior to submission.
  • Ensure alignment between technical narratives, staffing models, service delivery design, and cost proposals.
  • Maintain a master calendar of proposal deadlines, contract renewal timelines, and reporting obligations.
  • Oversee the renewal process for existing service contracts, including tracking expirationdates, preparing renewal packages, and ensuring compliance with funderrequirements.
  • Maintain a centralized library of standard proposal content, organizational documents, and past performance material.

Funding & Opportunity Monitoring

  • Monitor and analyze federal, state, and local funding trends, Medicaid service updates, and regulatory changes affecting service delivery and fundinglandscapes.
  • Track and share information regardingpolicy-driven funding opportunities, pilot programs, and system transformation initiativesrelevant to the organization's services.

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