Proposal Director

5 days ago


Bloomington, Illinois, United States Leidos Full time
Job Title: Proposal Director

Job Summary:

Leidos is seeking a highly experienced Proposal Director to lead our proposal development efforts and secure new business opportunities. As a key member of our business development team, you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction for the proposal development process, ensuring proposals are compliant, competitive, and compelling.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership and direction for the proposal development process.
  • Oversee and manage proposal teams, including proposal managers and writers, to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality proposals.
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), technical leads, and capture managers to develop winning solutions and effectively communicate our capabilities.
  • Develop and implement proposal automation tools to streamline the proposal process and minimize manual effort.
  • Manage proposal budgets and timelines, ensuring efficient resource allocation and adherence to schedules.
  • Develop and implement processes for proposal development, fostering continuous improvement in quality and efficiency.
  • Interface with clients and government agencies to understand requirements and develop tailored proposals that meet their specific needs.
  • Conduct proposal reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure proposals are clear, concise, and persuasive.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in proposal development.
  • Champion team growth and development, by providing coaching, mentoring, and training opportunities for proposal managers and writers.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with a minimum of 15+ years of experience or a Masters Degree and 13+- years of experience.
  • 10+ years of experience in proposal management.
  • Proven track record of leading and managing proposal teams to win significant contracts.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing winning proposals for complex projects.
  • Excellent understanding of government contracting regulations and proposal requirements.
  • Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and proposal management tools.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience with federal proposals and leading writing teams.
  • Experience in coaching and mentoring proposal managers and writers.
  • Experience in developing and implementing proposal automation tools.


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States Raft Company Website Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Director of Proposal Operations to join our team at Raft Company Website. As a key member of our growth team, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the proposal development lifecycle for federal contracts with the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies.Key Responsibilities:Define and...


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States Guidehouse Full time

    Job Title: Associate Director, Proposal ManagementAbout the Role:We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Proposal Management to lead the development of proposal deliverables for our clients. As a key member of our proposal team, you will be responsible for managing responses to government and commercial client Requests for Proposals (RFPs),...


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States Guidehouse Full time

    Job Summary:Guidehouse is seeking a highly experienced Senior Proposal Manager to lead the development of proposal deliverables. This position will manage responses to government and commercial client Requests for Proposals (RFPs), typically prepared in MS Word, Excel, and Power Point and Adobe Acrobat.Key Responsibilities:Manage the proposal development...


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States Cherokee Nation Businesses LLC Full time

    Job DescriptionAs a Director Solutions Architect at Cherokee Nation Businesses LLC, you will lead the development of programmatic focused solutions to support business development opportunities and projects for assigned specialty client base. You will provide expert advice on integrating contract and corporate solutions while linking delivery to growth goals...


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States KPMG Full time

    Director, Federal Financial ManagementKPMG is seeking a seasoned professional to lead our Federal Advisory practice as a Director, Federal Financial Management. This role requires a deep understanding of Federal standards, policies, regulations, and technical guidance, as well as the ability to provide strategic guidance to Senior level clients.Key...

  • Program Director

    2 weeks ago


    Bloomington, Illinois, United States QinetiQ Full time

    Program DirectorQinetiQ US is seeking a highly experienced Program Director to lead the successful execution of a large Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) contract supporting a large DHS component customer. This mission is a critical component of our national security.The Program Director will oversee a large, diverse, and geographically...


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States Centurum Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Business Development to join our team at Centurum. As a key member of our Eastern Region Business Development team, you will be responsible for driving business growth and expansion through strategic partnerships, business development, and sales.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Development:...

  • Program Director

    11 hours ago


    Bloomington, Illinois, United States QinetiQ Full time

    Job Title: Program DirectorWe are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Program Director to lead the successful execution of a large Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) contract supporting a large DHS component customer. This mission is a critical component of our national security.Responsibilities:Lead a complex, multi-disciplined...

  • Pricing Director

    1 week ago


    Bloomington, Illinois, United States Booz Allen Hamilton Full time

    Pricing Director Job DescriptionAs a Pricing Director at Booz Allen Hamilton, you will lead a team of pricing professionals in driving continuing and future growth through strategic and operational transformation of the pricing organization. You will be responsible for pricing and cost estimating for US government procurements and provide pricing strategy...


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States KPMG Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced Director to join our Federal Advisory practice at KPMG. As a key member of our team, you will provide guidance to senior-level clients on the application and impact of federal standards, policies, regulations, and technical guidance.Key ResponsibilitiesClient Guidance: Provide expert advice to senior-level...


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States KPMG Full time

    Job SummaryKPMG is seeking a highly experienced Director to join our Federal Advisory practice. As a key member of our team, you will provide guidance to senior-level clients on the application and impact of federal standards, policies, regulations, and technical guidance.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide expert guidance to senior-level clients on complex...

  • Program Director

    3 weeks ago


    Bloomington, Illinois, United States QinetiQ Full time

    Job Title: Program DirectorWe are seeking a highly experienced Program Director to lead the successful execution of a large Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) contract supporting a critical component of our national security.Job SummaryThe Program Director will oversee a large, diverse, and geographically dispersed team providing operations...

  • Pricing Director

    3 weeks ago


    Bloomington, Illinois, United States Booz Allen Hamilton Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced Pricing Director to lead our pricing and cost estimating efforts. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing pricing strategies that drive business growth and profitability.Key ResponsibilitiesLead a team of pricing professionals to develop and implement pricing...


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States BBB National Programs Inc Full time

    About BBB National Programs IncWe are a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a more accountable and trustworthy marketplace. As the foremost thought leader on industry self-regulation, we are shaping the way that businesses and consumers interact with one another.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly experienced Business Development Director to join...


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States Leidos Full time

    Job Title: Business Development DirectorDescriptionAre you a seasoned business development professional with a passion for driving growth and innovation in the homeland security market? Do you have a proven track record of success in developing and executing business development strategies that deliver results? If so, we want to hear from you!About the...

  • Program Director

    2 weeks ago


    Bloomington, Illinois, United States QinetiQ Full time

    Job Title: Program DirectorQinetiQ US is seeking a highly experienced Program Director to lead the successful execution of a large Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) contract supporting a critical component of our national security.Job SummaryThe successful candidate will oversee a large, diverse, and geographically dispersed team providing...


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States KPMG Full time

    Job Title: Director, Federal Financial ManagementKPMG is seeking a highly experienced Director to join our Federal Advisory practice. As a key member of our team, you will provide guidance to senior-level clients on the application and impact of federal standards, policies, regulations, and technical guidance.Responsibilities:Provide expert guidance on...


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States KPMG-UnitedStates Full time

    Job SummaryKPMG Advisory practice is currently experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing client demand. As a result, we are seeking a highly skilled Director to lead Oracle Cloud Financials projects and drive business process transformation.Key ResponsibilitiesLead Oracle Cloud projects, focusing on strategy, implementation support, and enterprise...


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States KPMG-UnitedStates Full time

    Job SummaryKPMG Advisory practice is currently experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing client demand. As a result, we are seeking a highly skilled Director to lead Oracle Cloud Financials projects and drive business process transformation.Key ResponsibilitiesLead Oracle Cloud projects, focusing on strategy, implementation support, and enterprise...


  • Bloomington, Illinois, United States Steampunk Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our Citizen, Service, and Defense portfolio as a Director of Strategic Capture. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record of managing capture efforts, developing opportunities, and maintaining strong customer relationships.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the capture lifecycle for...