Business Development Specialist

Business Development SpecialistDo you enjoy identifying federal contracting opportunities and turning complex solicitation requirements into clear, compliant proposals? Are you organized, resourceful, and energized by managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced small-business environment?Avid Core is seeking a Business Development Specialist to support the growth of our federal government consulting firm. This role will identify and track federal opportunities, coordinate proposal development from solicitation review through submission, draft compelling proposal content, and support contract administration activities. The position offers meaningful visibility into Avid Core's business development strategy and federal contracting operations.To Apply: Submit resumes and cover letters through this posting. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.Candidates from all backgrounds are welcome to apply for our open positions and to join our bench of talented professionals.Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000, based on experience and qualifications.Overall Responsibilities:Monitor SAM.gov, GSA, Oasis+, and other agency forecasts, contract vehicles, procurement portals, and other market-intelligence sources for relevant federal opportunitiesIdentify solicitations, requests for information, sources-sought notices, and subcontracting opportunities aligned with Avid Core's capabilities and growth strategyReview opportunity documents and summarize scope, eligibility, evaluation criteria, submission requirements, deadlines, and potential risksMaintain the company's business development pipeline, opportunity calendar, capture documentation, and related reportingResearch agencies, incumbent contractors, competitors, contract vehicles, and potential teaming partnersResearch and monitor industry events for the management team to attend or participate in that support business development directives.Support bid/no-bid evaluations and capture-planning activitiesManage proposals from initial solicitation review through final submissionDevelop proposal schedules, compliance matrices, outlines, writing assignments, and review plansCoordinate inputs from company leadership, subject-matter experts, consultants, subcontractors, and teaming partnersTrack assignments and deadlines to ensure proposals are complete, compliant, and submitted on timeDraft and edit technical, management, staffing, past-performance, corporate-experience, and executive-summary contentTailor proposal responses to customer requirements, evaluation criteria, and stated agency prioritiesReview proposal materials for clarity, consistency, accuracy, responsiveness, and complianceCoordinate resumes, past-performance references, representations and certifications, pricing inputs, and required attachmentsMaintain reusable proposal content, templates, resumes, project descriptions, and other business development resourcesSupport color-team reviews, final production, quality control, and electronic submissionReview solicitations, awards, modifications, teaming agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and subcontract documents for key requirements and deadlinesMaintain organized records of contracts, modifications, deliverables, reporting obligations, periods of performance, option periods, renewal dates, and required submissionsAssist with representations and certifications, vendor registrations, and government contracting profilesSupport communications with contracting officers, prime contractors, subcontractors, and teaming partnersHelp improve internal business development, proposal, and contract-management processesOther duties as assignedQualifications/Skills:At least 3 years of experience in federal contracting, business development, proposal development, capture support, contract administration, or a related roleStrong professional writing, editing, research, and proofreading skillsAbility to interpret solicitations and translate complex requirements into clear action itemsExcellent organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and firm deadlinesStrong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, compliant workProficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and collaborative document-management toolsProfessional judgment and discretion when handling confidential or procurement-sensitive informationExperience supporting proposals for civilian or defense agencies preferredFamiliarity with SAM.gov, the Federal Acquisition Regulation, agency procurement portals, and federal contract vehicles preferredExperience developing compliance matrices and coordinating formal proposal-review cycles preferredFamiliarity with small business contracting programs and socioeconomic certifications preferredExperience with proposal-management or customer-relationship-management platforms preferredKnowledge of federal contract types, teaming arrangements, subcontracting, and basic contract compliance preferredAPMP, NCMA, Shipley, or related training or certification is a plusWe're looking for someone who is:Proactive, detail-oriented, organized, and resourcefulAble to work independently while coordinating effectively with a small, fast-moving teamComfortable managing multiple priorities, evolving requirements, and firm deadlinesSkilled at synthesizing complex information into clear, persuasive, and compliant written contentCollaborative and confident working with technical experts, company leadership, consultants, subcontractors, and teaming partnersCommitted to accurate pipeline reporting, high-quality submissions, and reliable contract supportFlexible and willing to contribute across business development, proposal, and contract-management functionsEducation:Bachelor's degree in business, communications, English, public administration, government contracting, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.Benefits:Comprehensive health insuranceVision, dental, and short-term and long-term disability401K with employer match (after six months of employment)Federal and non-federal paid holidaysFlexible paid time offGenerous bonus program based on firm and individual performanceAn opportunity to learn and grow in an inclusive and supportive environment with a fun teamLocation:The position is based in Washington, D.C. Candidates may be expected to work a hybrid schedule with time both on-site and remote, depending on company and client requirements.This position requires comfort working in a small-business environment where priorities may evolve quickly and team members contribute across multiple functions. Occasional extended hours may be required before proposal deadlines.Candidates will be provided with a computer; however, they must have a steady internet connection and a phone.Accommodation:Avid Core is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we provide reasonable accommodation as needed. Contact View email address on click.appcast.io to request an accommodation to participate in the job application and/or interview process.Avid Core is an award-winning small woman-owned business headquartered in Northern Virginia with employees throughout the Washington, D.C. metro area. We provide effective professional services and communications support to public and private sector clients.Avid Core is an equal-opportunity employer and operates a drug-free workplace.