Skylight · 5 months ago
Proposal Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$140K/yr - $200K/yrSkylight is a digital consultancy dedicated to helping government agencies improve public services through design and technology. The Proposal Manager will oversee proposal operations, ensuring compliance and showcasing Skylight's capabilities while leveraging modern tools to streamline workflows and enhance proposal quality.
ConsultingGovernmentInformation TechnologyProduct Design
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manage Skylight’s end-to-end proposal operations for a variety of solicitation types (e.g., written narratives, orals, technical challenges)
Develop and refine a high-quality proposal management practice — establishing consistent templates, compliance checklists, editorial reviews, and final production workflows
Coordinate cross-functional teams (subject matter experts, client solutions managers, leadership, etc.) to ensure timely, accurate inputs on technical narratives, cost volumes, and compliance elements
Adopt AI or automation tools where beneficial, focusing on data handling, compliance tracking, and minimizing repetitive tasks (no formal AI background required — just aptitude and willingness)
Maintain an organized repository of proposal content — ranging from past performance narratives to capability statements — for swift access and reuse
Oversee multiple concurrent proposals without compromising thoroughness, compliance, or narrative quality
Foster a collaborative, mission-driven culture for proposal development — valuing transparency, open communication, and continuous learning
Qualification
Required
Proven experience managing proposals for government solicitations (federal, state, or local)
Experience with modern digital delivery proposals, including human-centered design, product management, agile software development, DevSecOps, and data & analytics
Familiarity with various proposal formats — written narratives, oral presentations, technical challenges
Experience developing cost or pricing volumes and coordinating with finance for accurate cost proposals
Strong organizational and compliance tracking skills — capable of juggling multiple deadlines
Openness to using AI/automation — no formal AI background required, just the ability to adapt to new tech
Excellent communication skills, able to write/polish compelling narratives and coordinate stakeholders
Ability to lead multi-vendor or matrixed teams under tight proposal deadlines
Ability to work successfully within a professional services environment (e.g., can communicate effectively with clients)
Passionate about creating better public outcomes through great government services
A mindset and work approach that aligns with our core values
Ability to travel for work from time to time
All work must be conducted within the U.S., excluding U.S. territories. Some federal contracts require U.S. citizenship to be eligible for employment
You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. now and in the future without sponsorship
As a government contractor, you may be required to obtain a public trust or security clearance
You may be required to complete a company background check successfully
Some of our available roles are on federal contracts that require a degree or additional years of experience as a substitute
Preferred
Prior experience working in the civic tech space
Experience working in a remote-team environment
Benefits
Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Dependent care FSA, healthcare FSA, health savings account
Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 10% of your salary with no vesting period
Flexible paid-time-off policy (generally around 25 days per year), plus 11 paid federal holidays
Up to 12 weeks paid-time-off for all eligible new birth, adoption, or foster parents
Performance rewards, including annual salary increase, annual performance bonus, spot bonuses, and stock options
Business development / sales bonuses
Referral bonuses
Annual $2,000 allowance for professional development
Annual $750 allowance for tech-related purchases
Annual swag budget of $100 to display your Skylight pride with some merchandise (hoodies, hats, and more)
Dollar-for-dollar charity donation matching, up to $500 per year
Access up to $1,000 before payday to cover emergency expenses
Flexible, remote-friendly work environment
An environment that empowers you to unleash your superpowers for public good
Company
Skylight
Skylight is a digital consultancy using design and technology to help government agencies deliver better public services.
Founded in 2017
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mike Judd
Chief Operating Officer, Human Services
Company data provided by crunchbase