Proposal Manager

Job Family:

Proposal Management

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

None

What You Will Do:
Proposal Management:

• Manage the proposal development process from beginning to end, in accordance with the Guidehouse pursuit framework, ensuring that proposals meet all customer requirements such as deadlines, formats, and contents. 

• Perform detailed analyses of requirements documents (e.g., RFP, RFQ, SOW) and communicate the results.

• Develop or lead development of proposal tools such as the outline, team assignments, proposal management plan, schedule, kick-off meeting materials, writing plans). 

• Participate as a company representative on external capture teams to gather important proposal information and coordinate Guidehouse contributions.

• Establish and maintain communications among teammates using collaborative tools, phone calls, e-mail, etc.

• Provide direction and coordination of content for proposal graphics.

• Perform substantive reviews of both text and graphics, ensure the assigned writing sections comply with RFP requirements, contain win strategies and win themes, and comply with standard format and style criteria.

• Own all sections of the proposal, responsible for production and delivery of all proposal documents.

• Coordinate with pricing staff to ensure that all information needed to prepare the Cost Proposal is available and input is received on time.

• Coordinate and obtain final approvals and signatures.

• Attend win/loss debriefings and assist with developing lessons learned.

• Proof work to minimize errors; rework errors. 

• Ensure that all documentation relevant to the project is retained in accordance with company and department procedures. 

Additional Responsibilities:

• Contribute to or lead team initiatives or special projects related to process improvement, content management, quality management or related subjects. 

• Provide orientation and training for new proposal team members on the proposal development process and procedures, writing strategies, etc. 

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university plus 6+ years of professional experience OR 10+ years of professional experience in lieu of degree.

• Experience in federal professional services proposals is required. A Proposal Manager should be able to manage large, complex proposals independently, so much of that experience should be leading proposals as well as supporting complex proposals.

• Advanced skills in Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and PDF. 

• High level of attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.

• Ability to review, understand, and summarize the requirements of RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs.

• Ability to coordinate the development of multiple proposals simultaneously, which requires strong organizational and time management skills, and multi-tasking abilities.

• Ability to translate complex concepts and ideas into clear communications.

• Intermediate skill in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint.

• Working skills in Adobe Acrobat Professional to create and edit PDF documents. 

• Superior communication, writing, formatting, editing, and proofing skills.

• Excellent customer service with individuals at all levels both internal and external, and an ability to take direction as well as give direction.

• Must be a US citizen due to the nature of many of our US government proposals. 

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Advanced skill in Microsoft Word, Power Point, and SharePoint.

• Working skills in Adobe Creative Cloud and experience creating and editing graphics in Illustrator and InDesign. 

• Experience working with proposal automation software such as RFPio or Loopio.

Additional Requirements
The successful candidate must not be subject to employment restrictions from a former employer (such as a non-compete) that would prevent the candidate from performing the job responsibilities as described.
Selected Candidate must be able to work Eastern Standard Hours.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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