Proposal Coordinator

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Hiring Remotely in Columbia, MD, USA
In-Office or Remote
86K-129K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace
The Role
Coordinates government proposal development from RFP analysis through submission. Responsibilities include creating compliance matrices and outlines, managing schedules and color team reviews, controlling document versions, enforcing formatting and quality standards, coordinating production teams, preparing electronic submission packages, managing SharePoint repositories and permissions, and tracking post-submission documentation. The role supports compliance with FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific procurement requirements while managing multiple deadlines and multidisciplinary teams.
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Proposal Coordinator

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!  

KBR is a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers; but we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.  We maintain a highly qualified workforce to help care for service people and astronauts across the world.  We attract the best minds because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness, and collaboration. That is how we supply our clients with cutting-edge solutions and services. 

The Proposal Coordinator leads the administrative and organizational aspects of the proposal development process for federal, state, and local government opportunities. They work closely with Capture Managers, Proposal Managers, and Proposal Production Team to ensure all proposal components are compliant with Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements, formatted correctly, and submitted on time.

Key Responsibilities

RFP Analysis & Compliance

  • Analyze RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs—including Sections L and M—and develop detailed compliance matrices, annotated outlines, and structured templates.
  • Interpret proposal instructions and advise Proposal Managers and Capture leads on submission requirements, formatting standards, and compliance risks.
  • Maintain strict document version control and ensure compliance throughout the proposal lifecycle.
  • Leverage approved AI-enabled tools, where appropriate, to support requirements analysis, compliance reviews, content organization, and process efficiency while maintaining human oversight, confidentiality, and proposal quality standards.

Schedule & Workflow Management

  • Coordinate color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold), production phases, and submission deadlines.
  • Contribute to proposal schedule add input to ensure workflow is in line with proposal submission due date.

Formatting & Quality Control

  • Ensure adherence to page limits, template standards, branding requirements, and document style guides.
  • Collaborate with graphics and production teams to support layout, charts, and visual content.

Production & Submission Leadership

  • Liaison between PM and Documentation Specialists for creation of compliant, electronic‑ready proposal packages.
  • Manage final quality checks, PDF optimization, and file naming conventions.
  • Supports the Contracts Manager with electronic submissions through government portals (e.g., SAM.gov, agency‑specific systems).

Document Control & Repository Management

  • Maintain organized digital repositories (SharePoint PMC, or similar systems).
  • Assign user permissions to PMC for all contributors including subcontractors and consultants.
  • Ensure accurate file structures, version histories, and naming conventions.
  • Track the proposals and supporting documentation post‑submission.

Required Qualifications

  • 5–8+ years of experience in proposal coordination, editing, or production within government contracting.
  • Strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, and agency‑specific procurement requirements.
  • Proficiency with proposal tools such as SharePoint, Awarded AI, Deltek, GovWin, VisibleThread, and related systems.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organization, communication, and time‑management skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple deadlines, and support large, multi‑disciplinary proposal teams.
  • Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

  • APMP Certification (Foundation or higher).
  • Experience coordinating complex color team reviews and high‑volume proposal efforts.
  • Familiarity with federal and defense submission portals (e.g., GSA, DoD, DOE).

What You’ll Bring

  • A proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to anticipate team needs, streamline workflows, and uphold high standards of quality and compliance.
  • A collaborative spirit and commitment to continuous improvement.

Basic Compensation:

$86,000-$128,900

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s working location, knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

 Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

KBR Benefits​

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.  We support career advancement through professional training and development.​

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Skills Required

  • 5-8+ years of experience in proposal coordination, editing, or production within government contracting
  • Strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific procurement requirements
  • Proficiency with SharePoint, Awarded AI, Deltek, GovWin, VisibleThread, and related proposal systems
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organization, communication, and time-management skills
  • Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple deadlines, and support large, multidisciplinary proposal teams
  • Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Marketing, or a related field
  • APMP Certification at Foundation level or higher
  • Experience coordinating complex color team reviews and high-volume proposal efforts
  • Familiarity with federal and defense submission portals, including GSA, DoD, and DOE systems

KBR, Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about KBR, Inc and has not been reviewed or approved by KBR, Inc.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision plans, supplemented by life insurance, mental wellness resources, and a resilience program. Multiple plan options and added wellbeing tools bolster the core offering.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with employer matching contributions alongside additional savings options. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan complements long‑term financial benefits.
  • Flexible Benefits Work-life programs provide flexible schedules with options for part-time, remote, and “superflex” arrangements coordinated with managers. These flexible arrangements help tailor benefits to role and personal needs.

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KBR, Inc. is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company, formerly a subsidiary of Halliburton.

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