Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Proposal Manager/Technical Writer coordinates, manages, writes and develops compliant, compelling, and persuasive proposals. A highly skilled and effective communicator. Manages the proposal process to include integrating subject matter experts and technical associates into the appropriate areas, and then assimilates all information into narrative that follows the RFP instructions. The Proposal Manager/Technical Writer engages with the Valiant and subcontractor associates to solicit and capture information as needed and required.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Attends pre-proposal conferences
and site visits when required.
- Reads and reviews requests for
proposals (RFPs).
- Follows specified capture and
proposal processes and procedures.
- Determines proposal requirements
and coordinates with other departments for proposal input.
- Conducts research if needed on
RFP technical/functional areas to gain better understanding of areas to be
addressed and responded to.
- Prepares matrices, outlines,
schedules, and conducts proposal kickoff briefings
- Solicits and compiles team
questions; monitors questions and answers responses and distributes to proposal
team and partnering firms.
- Develops technical and
management strategies to meet proposal requirements.
- Formulates graphics and works
with the graphics team for developing covers, spins and proposal charts and
graphics.
- Responds to Sources Sought.
- Ensures writing is compliant
with proposal instructions and criteria.
- Collaborates with other
professionals (proposal managers, capture mangers and subject matter experts)
to solicit capture information to develop win themes and differentiators for clearly
articulating a winning strategy, compelling solutions.
- Develop a convincing executive
summary.
- Lead proposal color team
reviews.
- Integrates review comments from
multiple sources into the proposal ensuring page count and consistency
throughout.
- Coordinates with Subcontractors
and other Prime contractors.
- Ability to work in a
time-sensitive environment and meet all deadlines.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree and/or minimum five years’
experience preparing written proposals and management documents
- Certification – Must have a valid State Vehicle
Operators Permit
- Proficient and knowledgeable of Microsoft Word, Excel,
Office and other management software
- Strong Communication skills (oral and written)
- Superior organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and as a team
- Familiarity with FAR and DFAR
- Knowledge of U.S. Government contracting processes
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to perform work at job locations other
than the corporate office for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to work in the sitting position for 8 or
more hours per day.
- Must be able to work at a computer station for extended period of time.
DIRECT REPORTS: NO
CORE VALUES
INTEGRITY - Honesty, Trust and Respect in every situation
EXCELLENCE - Performance, Effectiveness, Quality, and Safety in everything we do
INNOVATION - Embracing new ideas and best practice in every service that we provide