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iQuasar LLC

Senior Proposal Writer

$80K - $100K/yr

Senior Proposal Writer • Position Type: Full-Time Remote • L ocation : Washington, DC Duties and Responsibilities: * Proposal Development and Writing * Analyze RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitation ...

IQUASAR LLC

Senior Proposal Writer

Washington, DC · Remote

$80K - $100K/yr

Senior Proposal Writer ● Position Type: Full-Time Remote ● L ocation : Washington, DC Duties and Responsibilities: * Proposal Development and Writing * Analyze RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitation ...

eSimplicity

Senior Proposal Writer

Columbia, MD · Remote

$101K - $150K/yr

Our Senior Proposal Writer/Editor will not only plan, write, edit, and deliver winning proposal content in response to Federal solicitations to set our company apart from the pack in our proposal ...

eSimplicity

Senior Proposal Writer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$101K - $150K/yr

Our Senior Proposal Writer/Editor will not only plan, write, edit, and deliver winning proposal content in response to Federal solicitations to set our company apart from the pack in our proposal ...

eSimplicity

Senior Proposal Writer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$101K - $150K/yr

Our Senior Proposal Writer/Editor will not only plan, write, edit, and deliver winning proposal content in response to Federal solicitations to set our company apart from the pack in our proposal ...

RIVA Solutions Inc.

Sr. Proposal Writer

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$100K/yr

Senior Proposal Writer Location: Hybrid - Reston, VA Terms: Full Time Clearance: None Travel: 0-10% RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY. That's RIVA. We're a mission-driven IT services ...

RIVA Solutions Inc.

Sr. Proposal Writer

Reston, VA · On-site

$100K/yr

Senior Proposal Writer Location: Hybrid - Reston, VA Terms: Full Time Clearance: None Travel: 0-10% RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY. That's RIVA. We're a mission-driven IT services ...

Brillient

Senior Proposal Writer

Reston, VA · On-site

Brillient is seeking an exceptional Senior Proposal Writer who doesn't just produce compliant responses - they produce winning ones. This individual will serve as the cornerstone of our proposal ...

Prescryptive

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$105K - $150K/yr

About this role We are seeking a Senior Proposal Writer to join a team in the development of high-quality, compliant, and strategically aligned proposals focusing primarily on the employer and ...

Prescryptive Health

Senior Proposal Writer

$105K - $150K/yr

About this role We are seeking a Senior Proposal Writer to join a team in the development of high-quality, compliant, and strategically aligned proposals focusing primarily on the employer and ...

Prescryptive

$105K - $150K/yr

About this role We are seeking a Senior Proposal Writer to join a team in the development of high-quality, compliant, and strategically aligned proposals focusing primarily on the employer and ...

GDIT

Senior Proposal Solutions and Writer

Falls Church, VA · Hybrid

$142K - $190K/yr

The Senior Proposal Solutions and Writer is a senior proposal writer responsible for shaping winning strategies, improving proposal quality at scale, strengthening proposal operations, and writing ...

GDIT

Senior Proposal Solutions and Writer

Herndon, VA · Hybrid

$142K - $190K/yr

The Senior Proposal Solutions and Writer is a senior proposal writer responsible for shaping winning strategies, improving proposal quality at scale, strengthening proposal operations, and writing ...

Naphcare, Inc.

Sr. Proposal Writer

Birmingham, AL

The Proposal Writer works with the Proposal Development team to write strategic, compelling and customer-focused RFP responses to secure government contracts. The position will report to the VP of ...

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As of Jul 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior proposal writer in the United States is $92,559.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $101,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Senior Proposal Writer’s daily tasks usually involve drafting, editing, and organizing proposals, coordinating input from subject matter experts, and ensuring all submissions meet client requirements and deadlines. They frequently lead kickoff meetings, manage proposal schedules, and validate compliance with solicitation guidelines. Collaboration with sales, technical teams, and leadership is common to gather necessary information and refine messaging. Effective Senior Proposal Writers balance multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining clear communication across diverse teams.

What does a Senior Proposal Writer do?

A Senior Proposal Writer leads the development of compelling proposals to secure business contracts and funding. They analyze requests for proposals (RFPs), collaborate with subject matter experts, and craft persuasive content that aligns with client needs. They also ensure proposals comply with company standards and deadlines. Their role often includes editing, formatting, and managing the proposal timeline to improve win rates.

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To thrive as a Senior Proposal Writer, you need expert-level writing, editing, and project management skills, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in English, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with proposal management software (such as RFPIO or Qvidian), proficiency in MS Office, and knowledge of government or industry-specific procurement processes are highly beneficial. Strong collaboration, deadline management, and attention to detail are crucial soft skills for excelling in this role. These capabilities ensure high-quality, compliant submissions that increase the organization’s chances of winning new business.

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Senior Proposal Writer

Gemini Industries

Burlington, MA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Gemini Industries Inc. provides technical, management and operations services to support National Security projects. We provide rapid response to the critical needs of our customers and those they serve. We perform analyses and develop operations plans to anticipate and prepare for the future. And we deliver advanced technology to improve our customer's success in executing its mission.
Gemini seeks innovative, results-oriented individuals with the creativity, initiative, and intelligence to overcome any challenge and succeed. Members of the Gemini team thrive in a culture that is anticipatory, agile, and schedule-driven; with a sense of urgency and a drive to succeed. Our culture involves:
  • The best and brightest personnel
  • Work at a high operations tempo
  • Integrated teams delivering rapid solutions.
  • An attitude that balances "I can make it better" with "As long as we succeed."
Senior Proposal Writer
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Gemini Industries Inc.provides technical, management and operations services to support National Security projects. We provide rapid response to the critical needs of our customers and those they serve. We perform analyses and develop operation plans to anticipate and prepare for the future. And we deliver advanced technology to improve our customer's success in executing its mission.
Gemini seeks innovative, results-oriented individuals with the creativity, initiative, and intelligence to overcome any challenge and succeed. Members of the Gemini team thrive in a culture that is anticipatory, agile, and schedule-driven; with a sense of urgency and a drive to succeed. Our culture involves:
  • The best and brightest personnel
  • Work at a high operations tempo
  • Integrated teams delivering rapid solutions
  • An attitude that balances "I can make it better" with "As long as we succeed."

Position: Senior Proposal Writer
Location: Burlington, MA, Fairfax, VA or Tampa, FL
Clearance: Secret Clearance or eligible for a Secret Clearance
Education: Bachelor's degree, Master's preferred
Outcomes:
  • The Senior Proposal Writer is expected to achieve the following outcomes each year:
  • Submit $200 million worth of proposals annually to diversify and help grow Gemini's business base.
  • Increase Gemini's Pwin through the deployment of Best-In-Class practices in proposal writing.

Responsibilities:
Gemini's rapid growth has created an opportunity to add a Senior Proposal Writer. We seek a bright and talented individual to play a key role at Gemini Headquarters. The Senior Proposal Writer provides direct support to the Vice President of Business Development in writing proposals to aggressively grow Gemini's business base. We seek an individual who is driven to defeat competitors and is inspired by challenges.
The successful candidate employs exceptional talent and an in-depth understanding of government RFP requirements to develop compelling proposals that highlight and substantiate the discriminators of Gemini's proposed solution. The ideal candidate understands how to develop a top sentence outline and describe the analysis, evidence and details. We seek an individual who can communicate the hook, benefit, and call-to-action that highlights the solution proposed.
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Writing compelling proposals that highlight and substantiate Gemini discriminators including technical narratives, and management plans for Department of War, Defense, and Homeland Security.
  • Analyzing federal RFPs, RFQs and RFIs to draft key elements of Gemini's solution .
  • Creating and maintaining topic sentence outlines for proposal sections.
  • Collaborating with SMEs, capture managers, and project teams to gather technical, operational, and programmatic information. This may involve interviewing contributors to develop high-quality proposal content and rewriting, editing, and synthesizing SME/team member input into clear, persuasive, and compliant proposal sections.
  • Applying an action-oriented writing style to complete proposal sections on time with few rewrites.
  • Reviewing and editing sections developed by members of the team.
  • Leading color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold) and incorporating/consolidating feedback.
  • Staying updated on artificial intelligence tools that can improve proposal writing and identify promising tools for consideration.

Qualifications:
The candidate must have the following qualifications:
  • Minimum of 15 years of relevant (or comparable) experience.
  • Experience writing proposals for professional services efforts valued between $50 Million and $1 Billion
  • Proven ability to conceptualize and write customer-focused proposal narrative and oral presentation slides.
  • High energy, enthusiasm and optimism.
  • Extraordinary attention to detail.
  • Excellent oral and written communication/interpersonal skills.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office business applications, Adobe Acrobat Suite, and SharePoint.

The following are highly desired:
  • Experience with the Shipley Proposal Process or other industry-relevant capture and proposal methodologies.
  • Working knowledge of GovWin, GovTribe, or similar market intelligence/capture management software tool(s).
  • Ability to create graphics, such as organization and flow charts to enhance the proposal.
  • Familiarity with CRM tools such as Unanet.

Travel: Occasional travel may be required.
Other Requirements:
  • We seek an exceptionally qualified candidate who has the drive, intelligence, and discipline to guide Gemini operations and growth.

We seek:
  • Highly motivated self-starters
  • Resourceful individuals with extraordinary intellectual capability and the ability to rapidly learn and apply new concepts.
  • Individuals who have a "let me try" attitude and are resilient, present an opinion/position, justify it, and then accept whatever decision is made and charge forward.
  • Individuals who view criticism as an opportunity to improve ("let me try again")
  • Individuals who think and create, enhancing the company with a steady flow of fresh ideas, perspective, and energy.

Direct Inquiries and Resumes to our Talent Management Team:
Yashira Santiago
Andrew Ackley
Gabrial Mira
Mitchell Jimenez
Gemini Industries Inc.
Telephone: (813) 286 - 4777
Jobs@gemini-ind.com
Gemini Industries Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to abiding by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability and any other basis protected by applicable law.

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