Federal Proposal Manager
Accenture Federal Services, Arlington, VA, United States
The Work
Manage all aspects of the proposal process providing strategic and tactical advice and guidance to the proposal development team
Lead the Proposal Management Team (PMT) in the AFS proposal lifecycle to plan, communicate, and execute the required activities, review milestones, and approvals prior to proposal submission
Apply the Proposal Development Center’s processes, tools, and templates to support all proposal development efforts
Establish and maintain communication with AFS Contract Management, Legal, and Pricing teams supporting the RFx to confirm effective collaboration through proposal development
Work with functional area contributors to coordinate the proposal schedule, review milestones, and deliverables for all proposal documents. Provide guidance to volume leads (VLs) and writers, review the response, consult with PMT, lead color teams, and maintain schedule, keeping tasks on track. Maintain coordination/scheduling for Pricing volume.
Collaborate and lead the collective development of the proposal management plan such as schedule, annotated outline, kick‑off presentation, daily team touchpoints, proposal contact lists, and training plan with the proposal coordinator
Reviews, understands, and deploys the AFS proposal process particularly the Proposal Management Playbook
Listens proactively to suggestions from other PDC team members and makes adjustments as necessary
Participates in Lessons Learned sessions when applicable to the proposal opportunity. Closes out assigned actions expeditiously
Matches work schedule with the majority of the proposal team. Keeps team aware of forecasted time out of the proposal room. Identifies backup resources for 8‑hour or longer absences and communicates the plan to the team
Exercises good judgment and clear concise, active listening‑based communication methodologies while working with proposal teams to get the work accomplished in a courteous, professional manner. Responsible for fostering a positive work environment
Provide on‑site support to Proposal Teams when required
Provides real‑time status updates to PDC Lead (ie RFx release, extensions, delays, submission, award notices)
What You Need
Bachelor’s degree
7‑10 years of experience managing federal proposals
Strong project management and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead cross‑functional teams under tight deadlines
Experience developing compliant and compelling proposal content
Knowledge of proposal lifecycle, including capture, planning, and submission
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously
Excellent attention to detail and quality assurance
Bonus if you have
Shipley or APMP certification
Familiarity with CRM or proposal‑management tools
Knowledge of pricing development process
Experience managing FEDSIM and non‑Traditional acquisitions to include Other Transaction Authority (OTAs) and Commercial Solutions Opening (CSOs) proposals preferred
Compensation As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is $106,300—$221,100 USD.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement. Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an affirmative action employer for veterans and individuals with disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
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Manage all aspects of the proposal process providing strategic and tactical advice and guidance to the proposal development team
Lead the Proposal Management Team (PMT) in the AFS proposal lifecycle to plan, communicate, and execute the required activities, review milestones, and approvals prior to proposal submission
Apply the Proposal Development Center’s processes, tools, and templates to support all proposal development efforts
Establish and maintain communication with AFS Contract Management, Legal, and Pricing teams supporting the RFx to confirm effective collaboration through proposal development
Work with functional area contributors to coordinate the proposal schedule, review milestones, and deliverables for all proposal documents. Provide guidance to volume leads (VLs) and writers, review the response, consult with PMT, lead color teams, and maintain schedule, keeping tasks on track. Maintain coordination/scheduling for Pricing volume.
Collaborate and lead the collective development of the proposal management plan such as schedule, annotated outline, kick‑off presentation, daily team touchpoints, proposal contact lists, and training plan with the proposal coordinator
Reviews, understands, and deploys the AFS proposal process particularly the Proposal Management Playbook
Listens proactively to suggestions from other PDC team members and makes adjustments as necessary
Participates in Lessons Learned sessions when applicable to the proposal opportunity. Closes out assigned actions expeditiously
Matches work schedule with the majority of the proposal team. Keeps team aware of forecasted time out of the proposal room. Identifies backup resources for 8‑hour or longer absences and communicates the plan to the team
Exercises good judgment and clear concise, active listening‑based communication methodologies while working with proposal teams to get the work accomplished in a courteous, professional manner. Responsible for fostering a positive work environment
Provide on‑site support to Proposal Teams when required
Provides real‑time status updates to PDC Lead (ie RFx release, extensions, delays, submission, award notices)
What You Need
Bachelor’s degree
7‑10 years of experience managing federal proposals
Strong project management and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead cross‑functional teams under tight deadlines
Experience developing compliant and compelling proposal content
Knowledge of proposal lifecycle, including capture, planning, and submission
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously
Excellent attention to detail and quality assurance
Bonus if you have
Shipley or APMP certification
Familiarity with CRM or proposal‑management tools
Knowledge of pricing development process
Experience managing FEDSIM and non‑Traditional acquisitions to include Other Transaction Authority (OTAs) and Commercial Solutions Opening (CSOs) proposals preferred
Compensation As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is $106,300—$221,100 USD.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement. Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an affirmative action employer for veterans and individuals with disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
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