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Title: Sr. Capture Manager Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment ...

Senior Capture Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

$140 - $190/hr

Job Summary The Senior Capture Manager is responsible for leading the full federal capture lifecycle for strategic business opportunities, from opportunity qualification through contract award. The ...

Title: Sr. Capture Manager Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment ...

Title: Sr. Capture Manager Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment ...

Title: Sr. Capture Manager Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment ...

Title: Sr. Capture Manager Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment ...

Title: Sr. Capture Manager Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment ...

Attain Talent is searching for a talent, dynamic Senior Capture Manager for our GovCon client. Our client provides expert consulting services in software development, digital transformation, human ...

Description IMTAS has an immediate opening for a Senior Capture Manager responsible for determining the requirements to successfully win opportunities to include development and articulation of the ...

Senior Capture Manager - Federal IT Location: Reston, VA/hybrid HITACHI FEDERAL Hitachi Federal is the trusted leader in mission-centric data solutions for the Federal government. We're a ...

IMTAS has an immediate opening for a Senior Capture Manager responsible for determining the requirements to successfully win opportunities to include development and articulation of the solutions ...

Senior Capture Manager

Westminster, CO · On-site

$160K - $221K/yr

We are looking to add a Senior Capture Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Business Capture, you will be responsible for leading Cesium's capture and proposal efforts for ...

We are looking to add a Senior Capture Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Business Capture, you will be responsible for leading Cesium's capture and proposal efforts for ...

Senior Capture Manager

Lorton, VA · On-site

$165K - $180K/yr

QinetiQ US seeks a Senior Capture Manager with a demonstrable record of competing for and winning complex deals in support of the Federal Government. Candidates should be well versed in the Federal ...

The Sr. Capture Manager will evaluate and lead all aspects of assigned pursuits ranging from quick-turn task orders to major $100M+ single award pursuits. This is a hybrid role; candidates must be ...

Sr. Capture Manager

Reston, VA · On-site

$20K - $250K/yr

The Sr. Capture Manager will evaluate and lead all aspects of assigned pursuits ranging from quick-turn task orders to major $100M+ single award pursuits. This is a hybrid role; candidates must be ...

Sr. Capture Manager

Reston, VA · On-site

$20K - $250K/yr

The Sr. Capture Manager will evaluate and lead all aspects of assigned pursuits ranging from quick-turn task orders to major $100M+ single award pursuits. This is a hybrid role; candidates must be ...

Sr. Capture Manager

Sterling, VA · On-site

$99K - $206K/yr

Nightwing is searching for a Senior Capture Manager to focus on strategic capture opportunities and account campaign orchestration. This role requires a strong business acumen, technical insight ...

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Senior Capture Manager information

What is a senior capture manager?

A Senior Capture Manager is a professional responsible for leading and managing the process of winning new business opportunities, typically within government or large enterprise sectors. They develop and execute strategies to capture contracts by understanding client needs, building relationships, overseeing proposal development, and coordinating with internal teams. Senior Capture Managers often have extensive experience in business development, sales, and project management. Their work is critical in ensuring their organization successfully pursues and secures high-value contracts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior capture manager?

To thrive as a Senior Capture Manager, you need deep expertise in business development, proposal management, and strategic planning, often backed by a bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in government contracting or a related field. Familiarity with CRM systems, proposal automation tools (such as Deltek or Salesforce), and knowledge of federal acquisition regulations are typically required. Strong leadership, persuasive communication, and analytical thinking are essential soft skills for building teams and cultivating client relationships. These abilities are critical for identifying opportunities, crafting winning proposals, and securing high-value contracts in a competitive marketplace.

What are some common challenges senior capture managers face during the proposal development process, and how can they effectively address them?

Senior Capture Managers often encounter challenges such as tight deadlines, shifting client requirements, and aligning diverse teams across business development, technical, and pricing functions. To address these, effective communication and early stakeholder engagement are critical. Senior Capture Managers typically establish clear timelines, set regular check-ins, and foster collaboration among team members to ensure everyone is aligned and responsive to changes. Proactively identifying potential risks and maintaining flexibility throughout the capture process also contribute to successful proposal outcomes.

What is the difference between Senior Capture Manager vs Business Development Manager?

AspectSenior Capture ManagerBusiness Development Manager
Primary FocusLeading proposal efforts and securing contractsIdentifying new business opportunities and client relationships
Required CredentialsExperience in proposal management, industry certifications often preferredSales or marketing experience, industry knowledge beneficial
Work EnvironmentTypically in government or large corporate settings, focused on contract winsMore client-facing, involved in market expansion and relationship building

While both roles aim to grow business, the Senior Capture Manager concentrates on winning specific contracts through proposal leadership, whereas the Business Development Manager focuses on expanding the company's client base and market presence. Understanding these distinctions helps align career goals and employer expectations.

What cities are hiring for Senior Capture Manager jobs?

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What states have the most Senior Capture Manager jobs?

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Infographic showing various Senior Capture Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution.

Sr. Capture Manager

KBR

Chantilly, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Title:

Sr. Capture Manager

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! - At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

Program Summary

KBR's Readiness and Sustainment (R&S) division is the Team Behind the Mission. We deliver mission critical services to the U.S. military and coalition partners around the world. Our key capabilities include base operations; contingency and expeditionary support; next generation asset management; digitally-focused logistics; prepositioned stock; and integrated supply chain management.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for developing captures and campaigns in the Readiness & Sustainment Solutions business unit that leverage capabilities and connections both internally and across the industry to win new work.

As a Sr. Capture Manager, responsibilities include research and analysis of business opportunities consistent with the organization's long range and strategic plans. This includes the evaluation of projects through financial feasibility studies, market research, and planning. The role may also assist with special studies in areas such as operational effectiveness, capacity utilization, or cost containment. Under broad direction, this individual will be responsible for identifying market opportunities as well as leading sales and technical teams to grow profitable revenue for the company. Maintaining relationships with existing clients and developing new client contacts, typically at the General Manager level will be a critical skill for success.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Participates in development of marketing and business plans, strategy implementation, and overseeing and controlling the business development budget and forecasts for a defined area of responsibility.

  • Serves as a liaison with KBR counterparts on cross-business unit opportunities.

  • Ability to thrive in an environment where they are responsible for both the management and execution of the full BD life-cycle process across multiple simultaneous pursuits and proposals.

  • Ability to develop plans for securing knowledge and understanding of the customer's requirements, issues, and needs during the pursuit and capture phases.

  • Coordinates meetings with customers, competitors, clients, and teammates to develop market insight on requirements, acquisition strategy, timing, and contract vehicles, as well as leading white paper and RFI responses.

  • Plans and participates in capture activities to include identifying opportunities, conducting competitive assessments, teaming, price-to-win, developing strategy, and leading solutioning sessions on capture efforts.

  • Prioritizes the allocation of sales and technical resources to accomplish the objectives of the strategic business plan and protect the existing customer base.

Basic Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Business Development with OCONUS base operations support services and logistics.

  • Customer Engagement and experience with the Department of War and/or FedCiv programs.

  • Strong relationships with industry leaders and demonstrated success building customer relationships.

  • Proven experience leading a team to capture and win on projects in excess of $200M.

  • Proven experience winning three of the following types of opportunities: base operations, facility O&M, logistics and sustainment, and/or prepositioning opportunities.

  • Experience working on opportunities in both CONUS and OCONUS environments.

  • Successfully executed campaigns with the Department of War.

  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams (proposals, sales, executives, functional support).

  • Ability to communicate effectively to executive and senior leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of experience in operations and Business Development in support of Federal civilian agency clients.

  • Active Secret Clearance or eligibility to obtain.

  • Experience working classified pursuits.

  • Green Belt and Lean Six Sigma certified.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.


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About KBR

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At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1998