Senior Proposal Manager
About the role
KBR is seeking a highly organized and detail‑oriented Senior Proposal Manager to lead the proposal development process, ensuring timely submission of high‑quality, compliant, and complete proposals that meet client requirements. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, manage proposal schedules, craft compelling narratives that showcase the company’s capabilities, expertise, and success, and contribute to the overall success of business development efforts.
Responsibilities
- Lead the end‑to‑end proposal development process, from initial RFP analysis to submission, coordinating with subject matter experts, writers, and contributors to gather necessary information.
- Provide leadership and direction to managers or professional staff.
- Develop and maintain proposal schedules, ensuring adherence to deadlines and allocating resources effectively.
- Write, edit, and review proposal content for clarity, consistency, and compliance, collaborating with technical and non‑technical teams to translate complex information into compelling proposals.
- Conduct thorough quality‑assurance reviews to ensure proposals meet the highest standards and implement best practices to enhance overall quality and competitiveness.
- Interact with Business Development and Operations personnel to clarify requirements, address queries, and foster positive relationships through professional communication.
- Contribute to maintaining a repository of proposal content, templates, and reusable materials to streamline future proposal development.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of direct proposal management experience managing complex Government bids of $100 M+, with at least 3 years in management (equivalent experience may be considered).
- Demonstrated ability to deliver proposals that are compliant with RFP requirements and aligned with capture‑team direction.
- Track record of success in developing winning, compliant, compelling proposals.
- Experience with Shipley or similar proposal processes; APMP certification preferred.
Pay
Base salary range: $151,700 – $227,600, determined by location, knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and internal parity. Additional compensation may include bonuses, commissions, sign‑on bonuses, relocation benefits, short‑term or long‑term incentives, and discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and AD&D coverage
- Flexible spending account
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off and flexible work schedule
- Career advancement through professional training and development