Proposal Lead

4 days ago


McLean, Virginia, United States Guidehouse Full time

About the Role

Guidehouse seeks a highly skilled Proposal Lead to lead the development of State and Local proposal deliverables. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading responses to government client Requests for Proposals (RFPs) in collaboration with our consultants, management, and executives.

This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your exceptional project management skills, attention to detail, and ability to work efficiently under multiple deadlines and changing priorities. You will produce high-quality proposal materials, working closely with stakeholders to ensure seamless execution and successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement effective proposal strategies, outlining clear objectives and approaches to achieve success
  • Establish and maintain open communication channels among team members, utilizing collaborative tools and techniques to drive results
  • Oversee content creation, ensuring all sections comply with RFP requirements and adhere to standard format and style guidelines
  • Lead proposal reviews, providing input on writing styles, tone, and overall quality
  • Ensure timely delivery of proposal documents, coordinating with pricing staff as needed
  • Maintain accurate records of project documentation and metrics, contributing to process improvement initiatives

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree; High level of attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
  • Experience with public sector or commercial proposals and processes
  • Intermediate skill in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Professional for creating and editing PDF documents
  • Superior communication, writing, formatting, editing, and proofing skills
  • US citizenship required due to the nature of many US government proposals

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced skill in Microsoft Office applications
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically Illustrator and InDesign
  • Experience working with highly technical documents and proposal automation software

Estimated Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Guidehouse offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, and more. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.



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