Federal Proposal Manager

Job Description

Title: Federal Proposal Manager

Location: Remote

About iWorks:

iWorks Corporation, founded in 2005, is a leading provider of information technology and professional services to the federal government. We are a recognized leader in personnel security and vetting solutions, Agile, DevOps, DevSecOps, data analytics, and cloud solutions. Our continuous process improvement approach, combined with our business and technology expertise, results in innovative solutions.

We offer exceptional comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability); 401(k); Profit Sharing; Health and Wellness Benefits; and Paid Sick Time, Vacation Time, and Holiday Time. You're eligible for bonuses throughout the year as part of our incentive program for innovation, and business development. All employees are also considered for an annual raise, commensurate with performance and company commitment.

About this position:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Federal Proposal Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will support the Business Development Specialist and Capture Manager in developing winning proposals. This role involves managing the proposal development process, ensuring compliance with solicitation requirements, and delivering high-quality proposals that effectively communicate our solutions and capabilities.

Salary Range: Commensurate with the candidate's skills, experience, location, and qualifications.

Mid-Level (3-5 years of experience): $85,000 - $105,000 per year

Senior-Level (6-10 years of experience): $105,000 - $130,000 per year

Executive-Level (10+ years of experience): $130,000 - $150,000+ per year

On a day-to-day basis you will:

Manage the end-to-end proposal development process, from initial planning to final submission.

Collaborate with the Business Development Specialist and Capture Manager to develop proposal strategies and win themes.

Analyze solicitation requirements and ensure compliance with all instructions and evaluation criteria.

Coordinate and lead proposal kickoff meetings, status updates, and review sessions.

Develop and maintain proposal schedules, outlines, and compliance matrices.

Write, edit, and review proposal content to ensure clarity, consistency, and persuasiveness.

Work with subject matter experts to gather and incorporate technical and management information into proposals.

Ensure timely submission of high-quality proposals that meet all requirements.

Maintain proposal templates, tools, and best practices to streamline the proposal development process.

Required Education/Qualifications:

Clearable and must live in CONUS

Bachelor's degree in Business, English, Communications, or a related field.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in federal proposal management, preferably within the government contracting sector.

Strong understanding of federal procurement processes and regulations.

Proven track record of managing and winning large-scale proposals.

Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.

Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple proposals simultaneously.

Proficiency in using proposal management tools and software.

Strong organizational and project management skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Please Note: We maintain an on-camera policy for all virtual company meetings to foster engagement and collaboration. Reasonable exceptions may be granted with prior approval from Human Resources and/or the applicable manager or client.

FLSA & EMPLOYMENT STATUS: FLSA EXEMPT AND FULL-TIME POSITION

iWorks Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran status, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristic.

iWorks is committed to maintaining a safe and productive work environment for all employees and ensuring the security and well-being of our clients. As part of our standard hiring process, we may conduct background checks and drug screenings on potential candidates to assess their suitability for employment.

Full-time

Fully remote