Proposal Manager
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Location: Annandale, VA 22003
Description:
Annandale, VA
Location: Remote with Hybrid Options in the DC, Baltimore, Virginia area
Certifications: N/A
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in English, Writing, or Business or commensurate level of experience based on position level
Required Experience: 5-7 Years of Federal Government proposal related experience
Description
PingWind is looking for a Proposal Manager who understands Federal government proposals - preferably within VA, HHS, and DOD. Familiarity with contract vehicles such as SEWP, ITES, and T4NG a plus. The candidate will be part of a proposal team to lead capture opportunity pursuits including Requests for Information (RFIs). The ideal candidate will be a self starter, have the ability to meet deadlines, a commitment to teamwork, and detailed follow-through to be successful in this role.
Responsibilities
Assist the Business Development/Capture Leader in managing and directing proposal efforts and personnel
Participate in the development and review of proposal strategies and win themes, and manage the development of a Requirements Traceability Matrix/Proposal Plan
Direct and create the proposal outline
Assist in analyzing the RFP/bid requirements against the proposal outline to ensure both compliance and responsiveness to the customer's issues and needs
Build the proposal compliance matrix and track the fulfillment of all requirements
Manage/coordinate development of the Executive Summary and other key proposal summaries
Review proposal sections to ensure requirements are adequately addressed, compliant, and that customer page limits are not exceeded
Initiate and conduct regular proposal progress status meetings and maintain the proposal schedule
Develop and run effective color team reviews of the technical, management, and overall proposal approaches
Direct writing/editing/rewriting efforts, as needed
Responsible for final collaboration (approval) and submission of proposal via email and/or upload
Other reasonable and normal duties associated with the Proposal Manager position, as directed by the VP of Growth
Requirements
Excellent organizational and writing skills with proven writing background
Good analytical skills with superior attention to detail
Experience in federal procurement processes, regulations (e.g. FAR/DFARS), and contracting vehicles
Ability to support multiple competing deadline-driven demands
Effective communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills for interacting with team members and clients
Accomplished analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Expert knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, desktop publishing skills and the ability to conceptualize graphics
Excellent initiative and ownership of tasks, projects, and writing (as needed)
Demonstrated record of high achievement and commitment to quality work
About PingWind
PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville AL. www.PingWind.com
Our benefits include:
Eleven Paid Federal Holidays
Paid Time Off starting at 5 hours per pay period (120 hours per year)
Paid Parental Leave
Three Medical Plans, PPO Dental, and Vision Insurance
401k with generous employer match
529 College Savings Plan
Continuing education assistance
Company-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance/AD&D
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health and Wellness benefits including Calm Health app subscription and Wellhub gym membership subsidy
Voluntary insurance plans including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Life/AD&D, and Pet Insurance
Veterans are encouraged to apply
PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.
Location: Remote with Hybrid Options in the DC, Baltimore, Virginia area
Certifications: N/A
Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in English, Writing, or Business or commensurate level of experience based on position level
Required Experience: 5-7 Years of Federal Government proposal related experience
Description
PingWind is looking for a Proposal Manager who understands Federal government proposals - preferably within VA, HHS, and DOD. Familiarity with contract vehicles such as SEWP, ITES, and T4NG a plus. The candidate will be part of a proposal team to lead capture opportunity pursuits including Requests for Information (RFIs). The ideal candidate will be a self starter, have the ability to meet deadlines, a commitment to teamwork, and detailed follow-through to be successful in this role.
Responsibilities
Assist the Business Development/Capture Leader in managing and directing proposal efforts and personnel
Participate in the development and review of proposal strategies and win themes, and manage the development of a Requirements Traceability Matrix/Proposal Plan
Direct and create the proposal outline
Assist in analyzing the RFP/bid requirements against the proposal outline to ensure both compliance and responsiveness to the customer's issues and needs
Build the proposal compliance matrix and track the fulfillment of all requirements
Manage/coordinate development of the Executive Summary and other key proposal summaries
Review proposal sections to ensure requirements are adequately addressed, compliant, and that customer page limits are not exceeded
Initiate and conduct regular proposal progress status meetings and maintain the proposal schedule
Develop and run effective color team reviews of the technical, management, and overall proposal approaches
Direct writing/editing/rewriting efforts, as needed
Responsible for final collaboration (approval) and submission of proposal via email and/or upload
Other reasonable and normal duties associated with the Proposal Manager position, as directed by the VP of Growth
Requirements
Excellent organizational and writing skills with proven writing background
Good analytical skills with superior attention to detail
Experience in federal procurement processes, regulations (e.g. FAR/DFARS), and contracting vehicles
Ability to support multiple competing deadline-driven demands
Effective communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills for interacting with team members and clients
Accomplished analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Expert knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, desktop publishing skills and the ability to conceptualize graphics
Excellent initiative and ownership of tasks, projects, and writing (as needed)
Demonstrated record of high achievement and commitment to quality work
About PingWind
PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville AL. www.PingWind.com
Our benefits include:
Eleven Paid Federal Holidays
Paid Time Off starting at 5 hours per pay period (120 hours per year)
Paid Parental Leave
Three Medical Plans, PPO Dental, and Vision Insurance
401k with generous employer match
529 College Savings Plan
Continuing education assistance
Company-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance/AD&D
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health and Wellness benefits including Calm Health app subscription and Wellhub gym membership subsidy
Voluntary insurance plans including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Life/AD&D, and Pet Insurance
Veterans are encouraged to apply
PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.