Proposal Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description

At Nüvitek, customer success is our Ethos; together, we drive transformational outcomes. We only succeed when our customers succeed. We partner with our customers to achieve business objectives by using our proven customer-centric, value-driven business practices and service delivery methodologies.

As a Proposal Manager, you will oversee the entire proposal process for government solicitations, including RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, Sources Sought, and Task Order (TO) requests issued across a range of federal contract vehicles. 

In assuming this position, you will be a critical contributor to meeting Nuvitek's mission: To deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions and services that enable our customers to rapidly adapt to dynamic environments.
What you will do:

• Lead the end-to-end proposal process for government solicitations, ensuring compliance and quality.
• Collaborate with Business Development teams to develop winning strategies and incorporate key messages.
• Review RFPs and related documents to create compliant proposal materials.
• Analyze Section L (instructions) and Section M (evaluation criteria), build and maintain compliance matrices, and run color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold) through final production and on-time submission.
• Provide guidance and coaching on persuasive writing techniques to capture teams and subject matter experts.
• Coordinate proposal meetings and events, managing discussions and materials.
• Support solution reviews and assist in developing strength statements.
• Manage proposal timelines, assignments, and deliverables, ensuring adherence to deadlines.
• Maintain proposal libraries and stay updated on relevant platforms and tools.

What you will bring:

• Knowledge of the Federal Procurement Process and the FAR.
• Experience leading or supporting proposals for Civilian (Civil) and/or Department Defense (DoD) agencies.
• Experience managing proposals across multiple contract types and vehicles, including Task Orders (TOs), Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts, Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs), and Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreements.
• Excellent writing, editing, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint, with the ability to work with web applications for collaboration and tracking.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Experience with proposal compliance audits and delivering project solutions to federal clients.
• Ability to give clear, concise directions and organize large volumes of information.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and meet deadlines.
• Resilience and ability to manage stress, with a sense of humor to navigate tense situations.

It would be great if you also had:

• Experience coordinating multiple proposal efforts simultaneously.
• Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Expertise with MS Office suite and PDF programs.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment, and provide quality products.
• APMP certification (Foundation, Practitioner, or Professional) or formal Shipley proposal training.
• Familiarity with GWACs, the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), and agency-specific IDIQ vehicles, along with past performance and pricing volume coordination.

Benefits

Nuvitek is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• 401K
• Paid Time Off

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Nuvitek is an equal-opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

AI & Interview Technology Disclosure
Nüvitek uses artificial intelligence (AI) technology to assist with the review and organization of job applications. AI-assisted tools may be used to help identify application information relevant to the position; however, AI does not make hiring decisions. Employment decisions are made by Nüvitek through human review and consideration of candidate qualifications.
During interviews, Nüvitek may use Google Gemini as a notetaking and meeting-assistance tool to help document and organize interview discussions. Candidates will be informed when AI-assisted notetaking is used during an interview.