Proposal and Growth Support Manager, Senior

Job Title: Proposal and Growth Support Manager, Senior 

Location: Bethesda, MD

Onsite: 2 Days a Week Onsite

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Proposal and Growth Support Manager, Senior to lead federal proposal efforts and support strategic growth operations. This role is responsible for managing the full proposal lifecycle—from kickoff through submission—while ensuring compliance, quality, and timeliness.

In addition to proposal leadership, this position plays a key role in growth operations, including CRM administration, pipeline coordination, reporting, and internal process improvement. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced GovCon environment and can balance multiple priorities while collaborating across teams.

Key Responsibilities 

Proposal Management and Development

• Serve as the lead proposal manager for assigned federal opportunities
• Manage all proposal activities including schedules, deliverables, compliance, and submission
• Develop and maintain proposal workbooks, compliance matrices, outlines, and templates
• Facilitate kickoff meetings, status meetings, and review cycles (Pink, Red, Gold, etc.)
• Coordinate with SMEs, technical writers, and contributors to ensure high-quality, compliant responses
• Perform final formatting, compliance checks, and submission packaging

Strategy and Planning

• Support execution of proposal strategies aligned with corporate growth goals
• Coordinate schedules and ensure alignment with RFP milestones
• Collaborate with growth leadership, capture managers, and BD teams on pipeline readiness
• Maintain proposal tracking systems and resource planning tools
• Contribute to continuous improvement of proposal processes and tools

Content Development and Editing

• Review and edit proposal content for clarity, consistency, and compliance
• Support development of non-technical sections (e.g., corporate overview, past performance, staffing plans)
• Consolidate multi-author inputs into cohesive, submission-ready documents
• Ensure adherence to RFP instructions and internal style guidelines

Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead proposal-related meetings and communications across internal teams
• Coordinate with partners and stakeholders for required inputs and deliverables
• Support development of customer briefings, presentations, and sales materials
• Manage proposal budgets and track adherence to B&P allocations

Growth Operations Support

• Administer and maintain CRM and opportunity tracking systems
• Manage pipeline data, teaming records, and submission history
• Coordinate NDAs, teaming agreements, and subcontractor data calls
• Prepare executive reports, dashboards, and growth metrics (KPIs)
• Maintain SharePoint sites and support internal tools (e.g., Power BI dashboards)
• Support ISO processes and reporting requirements

Continuous Improvement 

• Analyze proposal outcomes and incorporate lessons learned
• Support White Hat reviews and process enhancements
• Stay current on industry best practices in proposal management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, English, Public Administration, or related field
• 4–7 years of experience in federal proposal coordination or management
• Strong understanding of GovCon business development and proposal lifecycle
• Experience with compliance matrices, proposal schedules, and review processes
• Familiarity with CRM systems and pipeline tracking tools
• Excellent project management, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred

• Experience with tools such as Salesforce, TechnoMile, or GovWin
• Knowledge of Shipley or APMP proposal methodologies
• PMP certification
• Agile certification

Core Competencies

• Proposal lifecycle management in compliance-driven environments
• Strong coordination and time management skills
• Cross-functional collaboration (BD, capture, pricing, contracts, technical teams)
• Document control, versioning, and workflow management
• Data tracking and reporting (CRM, dashboards, KPIs)

Compensation and Benefits  

The projected compensation range for this position is $120,000 to $160,000 benchmarked in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.  Salary at LCG is determined by various factors, including but not limited to role, location, the combination of education/training, knowledge, skills, competencies, certifications, and work experience.  

LCG offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement plan contributions, as well as paid leave, federal holidays, professional development, and lifestyle benefits.  

Devoted to Fair and Inclusive Practices  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.  

If you are interested in applying for employment with LCG and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department by email at [email protected].  

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