Proposal Manager

Overview Lead the end-to-end development of proposal responses (bids, RFPs, RFQs), marketing materials, and related activities to support business growth. Combine creativity and analysis to deliver high-quality, compliant, and compelling content under tight deadlines with minimal supervision. Key Responsibilities Manage the full lifecycle of proposal and marketing processes from opportunity assessment to final submission. Analyze client requirements to develop aligned, strategic proposal and marketing content. Collaborate with internal teams (sales, technical, business development) to create clear, persuasive, and visually appealing materials. Oversee project timelines, delegate tasks, and track progress to ensure timely delivery. Maintain templates, content repositories, and CRM data (Salesforce) for efficiency and accuracy. Lead proposal review meetings, “go/no-go” decisions, and manage access to proposal platforms. Serve as primary contact for proposal and marketing inquiries, facilitating communication with clients and partners. Conduct quality reviews and analyze past proposals for continuous improvement. Identify new business opportunities and contribute to business development strategies. Strong organizational and project management skills. Effective leadership and team collaboration abilities. Detail-oriented with strong analytical problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure and meet deadlines. Knowledge of AEC proposal lifecycle and contracting processes. Understanding of sales and marketing principles. Qualifications BA/BS in Communications, Marketing, Business, or related field. 3+ years in proposal management/development; 1-2 years in AEC industry preferred. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), Microsoft Office, CRM, and WordPress. Experience with Salesforce, Deltek, Google Analytics, and SharePoint is a plus. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Administrative Industries Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CivicMinds, Inc by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Proposal Writer” roles. Dallas, TX $80,000.00-$95,000.00 1 month ago Proposals & Pursuits Coordinator - (Remote) Richardson, TX $55,000.00-$107,000.00 1 day ago Plano, TX $72,191.44-$108,286.00 2 weeks ago Proposal Manager (Construction/ Engineering) Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex $110,000.00-$140,000.00 6 days ago Frisco, TX $75,000.00-$115,000.00 23 hours ago Additional roles Grant Proposal Manager, Clinical Research Proposal Manager Team Lead, Strategic Pursuits Proposal Project Manager (Power & Energy Domain Only) We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr