Proposal Manager {169420}

Proposal Manager Location: Alexandria, VA Schedule: Full-Time Work Setting: Remote with ability to work on-site in Alexandria, VA as needed Salary: $110,000–$120,000 annually About the Role A-Line Staffing is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to support a growing organization in the federal contracting space. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic, detail-oriented professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and can lead the full proposal lifecycle from capture support through final submission. The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing and writing federal government proposals , especially in small business environments , and will be comfortable balancing multiple deadlines, coordinating cross-functional teams, and building proposal structure in an evolving organization. Key Responsibilities Proposal Leadership & Management Lead end-to-end development of compliant, compelling proposals Analyze RFPs and create proposal outlines, schedules, and response plans Manage multiple concurrent proposal efforts, including fast-turnaround task orders Facilitate color team reviews, solutioning sessions, and content development meetings Maintain compliance matrices, templates, schedules, and version control processes Writing & Content Development Write and edit technical, management, staffing, and past performance proposal sections Turn SME input into polished, persuasive, customer-focused content Maintain and expand reusable proposal libraries, including resumes and past performance materials Capture & Business Development Support Contribute to early capture activities, win strategies, and solution development Support customer analysis, competitor assessments, and opportunity qualification Participate in pipeline reviews and teaming discussions Process Improvement Establish repeatable proposal processes, templates, and workflows Help create structure and improve organizational proposal maturity Educate internal stakeholders on proposal timelines, roles, and expectations Collaboration & Communication Coordinate with remote teams, subcontractors, and partners to gather proposal inputs Communicate risks, gaps, and deadlines clearly to leadership Build strong working relationships with business development teams and subject matter experts Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field 5+ years of experience managing and writing federal government proposals Strong preference for experience in a small business government contracting environment Proven ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously with minimal oversight Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills Experience with rapid-turnaround task orders and IDIQ environments Familiarity with Shipley or similar proposal methodologies Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office , Teams , SharePoint , and other collaborative tools Ability to work independently in a remote environment with high accountability Ability to work on-site in Alexandria, VA as needed Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting business development and capture efforts in a growing organization Ability to introduce structure and process where limited frameworks currently exist Knowledge of federal contracting , FAR/DFARS , and government procurement cycles Graphic design or desktop publishing experience with tools like PowerPoint, Visio, or Adobe What Makes Someone Successful in This Role Able to create order and structure in ambiguous environments Comfortable working under tight deadlines and shifting priorities High attention to detail and commitment to quality Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence cross-functional teams Strategic mindset with a clear understanding of how proposals drive organizational growth Compensation & Additional Information Salary Range: $110,000–$120,000 annually Position Type: Full-time, exempt Additional Compensation: Annual reviews and bonus/incentive potential Sponsorship: Not available Relocation Assistance: Not available Apply Today If you have a background in federal proposal management , enjoy leading complex responses, and want to make an impact in a growing government contracting environment, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, contact: Austin Faris A-Line Staffing Solutions Phone: 586-710-7941 .