The Role
Manage and write Federal government proposals across RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, task orders, and white papers. Responsibilities include analyzing solicitation requirements, developing compliance matrices and outlines, writing and editing technical and management sections, coordinating SMEs and stakeholders, supporting color reviews and proposal production, and maintaining proposal libraries and templates. The role requires managing multiple deadlines while ensuring compliant, compelling submissions.
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Proposal Manager / Proposal Writer
Location: Fairfax, VA
Hybrid (Remote Mondays & Fridays)
Nationwide IT Services (NIS), a rapidly growing Federal Government contractor, is seeking a Proposal Manager / Proposal Writer to join our Capture team. This role is ideal for a strong writer looking to grow in Federal proposal management while supporting all phases of proposal development.
Candidates looking to advance into proposal management are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
Nationwide IT Services is an employee-focused Federal contractor delivering innovative IT and professional services solutions to DoD and Civilian agencies. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous PTO, education reimbursement, and a collaborative team environment.
Salary range: $90,000 to $120,000 annually
The salary range is a general guideline. We consider several factors when determining base salary offers, including the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's experience, education, and skills, and current market conditions.
Location: Fairfax, VA
Hybrid (Remote Mondays & Fridays)
Nationwide IT Services (NIS), a rapidly growing Federal Government contractor, is seeking a Proposal Manager / Proposal Writer to join our Capture team. This role is ideal for a strong writer looking to grow in Federal proposal management while supporting all phases of proposal development.
Candidates looking to advance into proposal management are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Analyze solicitation requirements and assist with proposal outlines, compliance matrices, schedules, and content assignments.
- Develop and edit technical, management, staffing, and past performance sections.
- Transform technical notes and SME input into clear, customer-focused proposal narratives.
- Support proposal activities including kickoff meetings, color reviews, final editing, formatting, and submission.
- Maintain proposal templates, resumes, and past performance libraries while ensuring compliance with customer requirements.
- Write, edit, and coordinate proposal responses for Federal RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, Task Orders, and White Papers.
- Work with Business Development, Capture, Program Managers, and technical SMEs to develop compliant, compelling proposal content.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Communications, English, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of experience supporting Federal proposal development, proposal writing, proposal coordination, or technical writing.
- Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Experience with Shipley proposal methodology.
- Experience supporting DoD or Civilian Federal agencies.
- Familiarity with IDIQs, GWACs, and Federal contract vehicles.
- Experience with compliance matrices, storyboards, color team reviews, and proposal production.
Nationwide IT Services is an employee-focused Federal contractor delivering innovative IT and professional services solutions to DoD and Civilian agencies. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous PTO, education reimbursement, and a collaborative team environment.
Salary range: $90,000 to $120,000 annually
The salary range is a general guideline. We consider several factors when determining base salary offers, including the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's experience, education, and skills, and current market conditions.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in business, Communications, English, IT, Engineering, or a related field
- 2-5 years of experience supporting Federal proposal development, proposal writing, proposal coordination, or technical writing
- Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Experience with Shipley proposal methodology
- Experience supporting DoD or Civilian Federal agencies
- Familiarity with IDIQs, GWACs, and Federal contract vehicles
- Experience with compliance matrices, storyboards, color team reviews, and proposal production
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The Company
What We Do
Nationwide IT Services, Inc. (NIS) is designated 8(a) by the SBA, and a CVE verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Information Technology (IT) and Management consulting company. NIS has been providing Information Technology Solutions, program management support services and subject matter expertise within the federal government since 2006. NIS works with each client to deploy a mission-specific solution that: Complies with the Regulatory Environment Captures the Client’s Mission, Vision & Values Aligns Objectives with Deliverables Applies Industry Best Practices Creates Measurable, Sustainable Change.
