Attain Partners is an innovative consulting firm dedicated to disrupting the status quo to change the world and improve the lives of those we touch. From strategy to technology and everywhere in between, our experts use their unique skills to advance the important missions of education, nonprofit, healthcare, and state and local government clients.
People are at the center of all we do, and that’s why we empower career growth, provide industry-leading benefits packages, encourage a flexible work environment, and foster a culture of inclusion to support the needs of our team. We share a collective passion for our mission and our people. Guided by our seven core values, The Attain Way, our vision is the foundation of our culture—to be and attain the best.
Job Description
The Business Developer for Government Contracting Consultant is responsible for identifying, pursuing, and securing new government contract opportunities for our University client. This role will build and maintain relationships with government agencies, prime contractors, and industry partners; conduct market and competitive research; and collaborate with internal teams to develop winning proposals. The successful candidate will bring deep knowledge of federal, state, and local procurement processes, market analysis, and strategic planning to drive sustainable business growth.
Job Responsibilities
- Identify and qualify new business opportunities within federal, state, and local government contracting markets.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, contracting officers, prime contractors, and strategic partners.
- Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and intelligence gathering to inform pursuit strategies and positioning.
- Track, analyze, and forecast industry and government spending trends relevant to company capabilities.
- Collaborate with internal teams (technical, finance, legal, and proposal development) to support the preparation of compliant, competitive, and compelling proposals.
- Lead or support capture management activities, including pipeline development, opportunity tracking, and bid/no-bid decision-making.
- Represent the company at industry days, government events, and networking opportunities to enhance visibility and establish credibility in target markets.
- Provide input on strategic planning and business development goals to expand the company’s presence in government contracting.
- Monitor contract performance trends and customer satisfaction to inform future business development strategies.
Required Skills
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, Marketing, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in government contracting, business development, or capture management.
- Demonstrated knowledge of government procurement processes, regulations, and acquisition lifecycles (FAR/DFARS knowledge preferred).
- Proven track record of securing contracts with federal, state, or local government agencies.
- Strong skills in market research, competitive analysis, and pipeline development.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams under tight deadlines.
- High level of initiative, strategic thinking, and business acumen.
Preferred Qualifications
- Existing network of contacts within relevant government agencies and industry primes.
- Experience with proposal development software and customer relationship management (CRM) tools.
- Familiarity with GSA Schedules, IDIQ contracts, and other common procurement vehicles.
Additional Information
Attain Partners values your mental, emotional, and physical health and wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package starts on your first day of employment and includes benefits such as:
- Competitive health, dental, and vision coverage, HSA and FSA accounts, life and disability insurance, fertility and family planning benefits, and employee assistance and discount programs
- 11 paid federal holidays and flexible unlimited time off (UTO)
- Generous 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
- Flexible career paths – our career tracks provide advancement, mobility, and flexibility as you continue to grow with us
- A healthy environment where we value unique experiences, and care about everything that makes you, you.
Attain Partners is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Individual base salary for this position is unique to each candidate and will be commensurate with experience, education, and skills, ranging from $180,000 - $220,000. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
Interested in this position but the compensation isn’t quite right? Let us know your expectations, and we’ll see if we can make it happen based on your qualifications.
Attain Partners is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. For more Information visit EEO, EEO Poster Supplement, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
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What We Do
Based in McLean, Va., Attain Partners is a leading management and technology consulting firm delivering services and solutions to advance client missions across the education, nonprofit, healthcare, and state and local government landscapes.
We’re an innovative and values-driven firm working to disrupt the status quo to change the world and improve the lives of those we serve.
