Senior Proposal Manager
Herndon, VA
Full Time
Corporate
Manager/Supervisor
Location: Hybrid - (Herndon, VA)
About Us:
VivSoft is an emerging technology company specializing in Cloud, Enterprise DevSecOps, AI, and Digital Customer Experience to drive mission-enabling digital transformation. We build mission-focused, scalable solutions through a diverse team of strategists, engineers, and designers experienced in high-performance software and AI factory accelerators. At VivSoft, you'll lead high-impact federal proposals that shape mission-critical solutions in cutting-edge fields like DevSecOps, AI, and Cloud technologies.
Job Summary:
As a Proposal Manager, your expertise in proposal strategy, compliance, and team leadership will be pivotal in securing contracts with top-tier agencies such as the U.S. Department of Defense, CMS, and HHS. We offer a dynamic, collaborative environment where you'll work alongside a diverse team of innovators to deliver competitive, high-quality proposals. At VivSoft, continuous learning is key, with opportunities to explore emerging technologies like Generative AI and MLOps. With remote work flexibility and a focus on innovation, you’ll thrive in a role where your contributions have a lasting impact. Join us and drive the future of digital transformation!
Key Responsibilities:
Skills Required:
Desired skills:
Benefits:
Salary Range: $120K - $135K
About Us:
VivSoft is an emerging technology company specializing in Cloud, Enterprise DevSecOps, AI, and Digital Customer Experience to drive mission-enabling digital transformation. We build mission-focused, scalable solutions through a diverse team of strategists, engineers, and designers experienced in high-performance software and AI factory accelerators. At VivSoft, you'll lead high-impact federal proposals that shape mission-critical solutions in cutting-edge fields like DevSecOps, AI, and Cloud technologies.
Job Summary:
As a Proposal Manager, your expertise in proposal strategy, compliance, and team leadership will be pivotal in securing contracts with top-tier agencies such as the U.S. Department of Defense, CMS, and HHS. We offer a dynamic, collaborative environment where you'll work alongside a diverse team of innovators to deliver competitive, high-quality proposals. At VivSoft, continuous learning is key, with opportunities to explore emerging technologies like Generative AI and MLOps. With remote work flexibility and a focus on innovation, you’ll thrive in a role where your contributions have a lasting impact. Join us and drive the future of digital transformation!
Key Responsibilities:
- Leads end-to-end proposal development, and fully accountable for 100% compliance, timely delivery, and strategic alignment with business objectives.
- Proactively partners with Solutions and Capture teams to shape compelling, customer-focused messaging with integrated win themes across proposal volumes
- Leads high-performance proposal operations, including kickoff meetings, daily stand-ups, and milestone reviews, ensuring team alignment and accountability.
- Owns proposal architecture, including the rapid development of effective, compliant outlines; creation of templates, compliance matrices, and quality control protocols.
- Facilitates color reviews and final QA, ensuring proposals are polished, compelling, and strategically positioned to win.
- Manages final production and submission, overseeing all aspects of delivery and post-submission follow-up.
- Maintains proposal assets and knowledge base, contributing to continuous improvement and organizational readiness.
- Performs additional strategic duties in support of business development and growth initiatives.
Skills Required:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Proven success supporting small business growth in federal contracting and managing proposals over $5M
- 5+ years of experience as Proposal Manager, leading Federal proposals
- 3+ years of experience as Proposal Coordinator to include writing / editing experience
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills; adept at juggling multiple priorities, balancing competing deadlines, and maintaining composure under pressure in fast-paced, remote environments.
- Proven knowledge and experience in supporting efforts to elevate proposal quality, optimize evaluation scores, and contribute to increased win rates
- Proficiency in Shipley methodologies and industry best practices
- Exceptional written and verbal communication, editing, and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in market research tools: GovWinIQ, eBuy, SAM.gov, FPDS
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, desktop publishing and AI tools
Desired skills:
- Experience with developing oral presentations.
- Interest in learning new and emerging technology trends.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Visions Plans (Healthcare benefits are 100% employer-paid for employees only)
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (Flexible/Combined PTO, Bereavement Leave, 11 Company Paid Holidays)
- 401K Retirement Plan with employer match
- Professional Development Training Reimbursement
- Flexible/remote work schedules
Salary Range: $120K - $135K
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