Federal Proposal Manager

Company Overview 

Summit Strategy is a leading integrated marketing + proposal consulting firm committed to igniting clients' growth and empowering them through strategic planning, proposal support, elevated branding + marketing, and best practices training so they can conquer new heights and win more business. 

Deeply ingrained in everything we do is a dedication to redefining the possibilities for professional service firms. We have a vested interest in helping our clients’ overcome obstacles and scale intentionally, fueling success with an approach grounded in collaboration, challenging the status quo, and delivering on our promises. 

Freelance/1099 Consultant Working Environment Considerations 

• This is a 1099 contract position on an as-needed basis. This is not a full-time position. 
• 100% freelance/1099 contract position – hours are not guaranteed, and candidates must be able to quickly flex hours up/down consistent with client needs. 
• 100% remote position/work from home – all work can be performed remotely from anywhere in the U.S. 

Job Overview 

This is a 1099 contract position on an as-needed basis. This is not a full-time position. 

We are looking to add an experienced and detail-oriented federal proposal manager to join our growing roster of consultants. As part of our consulting team, the federal proposal manager will be responsible for managing complex federal proposals for a variety of clients, from capture planning to contract signature. The federal proposal manager will work closely with our technical writers, editors, graphic designers, and our clients' internal subject matter experts, marketing, sales, and pursuit teams. 

Responsibilities 

• Executes proposal efforts on large, complex RFX opportunities. 
• Acts as the central point of contact on assigned proposals and leads the proposal team.  
• Analyzes RFQs, RFPs, and RFIs to create proposal outlines and development plans. 
• Directs proposal kickoffs and prepares detailed proposal plans, schedules, outlines, and compliance matrices for all phases of proposal development.  
• Crafts win themes, value propositions, and differentiated solutions. 
• Facilitates technical solutioning process and discussions. 
• Writes proposal content, including management and staffing plans, resumes, past performance, executive summaries, cover letters, and more. 
• Synthesizes raw content from various sources into a cohesive and comprehensive package. 
• Works closely with subject matter experts to translate technical jargon and ensure value propositions are communicated throughout the document.  
• Writes persuasively, edits for one-voice, and understands the business's value proposition.  
• Captures and drives action items from meetings with proposal team members and capture teams.  
• Provides writing guidance to authors and volume leads to ensure proposals are clear and concise. 
• Strong aptitude for improving organization, flow, readability, completeness, and clarity of technically-intensive proposals. 
• Solicits color reviews, management reviews, and approvals during proposal development.  
• Provides detailed compliance checks on RFP requirements, evaluation criteria, and technical requirements. 

Required Skills 

• 7-10+ years of federal + government proposal management experience 
• 3-5+ years of federal proposal writing experience 
• Experience with a variety of agencies in the DoD and FedCiv government space 
• Bachelors Degree in Business, Marketing, English, or job-related field (10+ years of direct experience acceptable in lieu of degree) 

Preferred Skills 

• 2+ years of previous 1099 proposal management freelance consulting experience 
• APMP Foundation Certification (or higher)  
• IDIQ/GWAC/MAC/industry contract vehicle proposal management experience 
• Self-scoring government proposal management experience 

Additionally, we're looking for someone who: 

• Is a team player. 
• Brings excellent multitasking skills. 
• Is a critical thinker and self-starter who can autonomously problem solve. 
• Communicates clearly and effectively. 
• Is dedicated to meeting project deadlines. 
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Is interested in the potential for a long-term 1099 partnership. 
• Has served as a 1099/consultant/contractor prior. 

If your experience aligns, please respond with your portfolio, resume, and cover letter outlining your experience. 

Learn more about Summit Strategy at summitstrategywins.com. 

Summit Strategy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which people processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.