Project Manager & Proposal Manager
Reston, Va
- Managed all aspects of proposal development (proposal writing, editing, illustration, production efforts, etc.) from assignment and receipt of RFP, through delivery and receipt by the customer.Analyzed solicitations (RFP, RFQ, RFI, etc.) in conjunction with other customer requirements, and determine final document structure.- Prepared detailed proposal plans, outlines, schedules and compliance matrices for assigned pursuits.- Coordinated and lead major proposal meeting events, such as kick-off meetings, solution strategy meetings, and reviews. Arranged facilities, communicating with participants, and preparing necessary materials.- Lead effective storyboarding and development of strategic win themes and discriminators.- Developed targeted questions and interviewed technical and program management staff to extract critical information necessary to develop technical, management, and past performance volumes.- Provided detailed guidance to proposal writers/contributors and subcontractors.- Worked with proposal coordinators, editors, and graphics specialists to meet established deliverables and production deadlines.- Managed writing assignments and receipt of all proposal materials with authors and teaming partners in accordance with the proposal timeline.- Ensured proposal center processes are followed, standard style guide is used, and documents are submitted in accordance with established criteria.- Collected and edited proposal materials to ensure compliance.- Communicated proposal-related requirements and status with senior management.- Monitored and remaining current on all amendments and modifications to the solicitation- Prepared, researched, and wrote compliant, persuasive proposal text in the areas of qualifications, experience, staffing, technical responses, and resumes.- Participated in and provided input during proposal development, i.e. theme and strategy development.Performed other BD duties as needed and assigned
