Proposal Manager

Human Capital Resources and Concepts Inc. (HCRC) is a consulting firm that specializes in resource management capabilities that are utilized in all federal organizations. Our consultants have in-depth training and work experience in Department of Defense and other federal entities which includes the Intelligence Community. We have subject matter experts in all source analysis, mission support services, and information technology. Our services are structured to address everything from major strategic issues to more basic problems effecting everyday business practices. No matter the requirement it is our commitment to deliver objective, informed, and actionable plans to assist your organization.

HCRC is currently seeking a Proposal Manager. Must have knowledge of Government RFP all sections.

Essential Job Functions: (not limited to duties as described - performs related duties as requested)

• Provides proposal coordination support to include managing data requests, technical experts and subcontractors; development of templates for data collection; and ensuring schedule adherence.
• Uses extensive proposal experience to provide production support, including desktop publishing, reproduction coordination, and quality control checks.
• Supports development of Capture Plans for upcoming proposal efforts, to include intelligence/data collection, win strategy development and integration, and proposal resource requirements planning.
• Manage the full range of proposal life cycle activities from pre-RFP bid approval through contract award.
• Analyze solicitation documents; develop proposalmanagement plan, compliance matrix, proposal outline, schedule, themes and discriminators.
• Manages a diverse group of subject matter experts with competing priorities and drives process to completion.
• Manages the technical, management and past performance volumes/sections.
• Develops and produces other technical and marketing materials, and maintains boilerplate and proposal libraries.
• Orchestrates Corporate staff assistance needed to complete the bid with inputs, data, text, or writing support from Business Support Functions (HR, IT, Safety, Security, or other staff functions. as needed
• Ensures accuracy and adequacy of final work product, including in-process and final reviews, editing for compliance with applicable standards, validation and change verification, and Company Style Manual. Ensures that there are no inconsistencies between cost and technical volumes.
• Organizes complete proposal schedule for the initial submission, follow-on orals presentations, questions and answers discussions, amendments or change pages, modifications, and Final Proposal Revisions (FPRs).
• Develops/Coordinates Color Team reviews (as necessary) and prepares proposal team for the review and internal evaluation of the proposal. Ensures appropriate Color Team comments are incorporated in the final proposal.
• Coordinates with Proposal Production to complete final production/packaging/delivery of proposal documentation.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree; years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• 5 years of relevant experience with proposal development, management, or writing required.
• Experience in federal procurement and federal contracting required.
• Experience in commercial procurement and business development also desired.
• Experience in large-scale environmental, architect-engineering, or construction industry desired.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Solid understanding and working knowledge of Government RFP all sections.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite of Products (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience and knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and other graphic programs considered highly favorable.
• Requires strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop, nurture, and build internal and external relationships with a wide variety of professionals to guide proposal teams towards successful, productive outcomes.
• Must be detail oriented and have excellent organizational skills with self-directed ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Requires superior written communication skills, including thorough knowledge of proper grammar, advanced vocabulary, spelling, editing, and proofreading skills, with an emphasis on the presentation of complex technical material in a meaningful manner to the layperson.
• Ability to make decisions, solve diverse problems, exercise good judgment, and work effectively under pressure.

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