Leidos · 6 hours ago
Proposal Director - Fed Civ IT
Reston, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$154K/yr - $278K/yr
13+ years expLeidos is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Proposal Director to lead their proposal development efforts and secure new business opportunities. This critical role involves overseeing the creation of winning proposals for RFPs, RFIs, and task orders while managing a proposal team to ensure high-quality submissions.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and direction for the proposal development process, ensuring proposals are compliant, competitive, and compelling
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
Lead the development of repeatable proposal solutions to increase operational efficiency and reduce proposal development timelines
Drive the development and implementation of proposal automation tools, such as resource management catalogues, to streamline the proposal process and minimize manual effort
Partner with the FedCiv IT BD VP and capture director to identify key areas for automation that align with new business development priorities
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
Work collaboratively with the BD VP and capture director to identify and develop talent pipelines for future proposal leadership
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
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
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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