RTI International · 12 hours ago
Senior Proposal Manager, Growth/Public
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
6+ years expRTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. The Senior Proposal Manager will lead multiple concurrent opportunities, guiding cross-functional teams through strategic planning and proposal development to ensure high-quality submissions that maximize win probability.
ConsultingEducationGovernmentNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Opportunity Analysis & Strategic Planning: Simultaneously manage multiple competing opportunities by analyzing solicitations, creating proposal plans, outlines, compliance matrices, developing proposal strategies, and win theme development across concurrent pursuits with overlapping deadlines. Develop and manage Pre-Proposal & Capture plans that inform go/no-go decisions and proposal strategy development while balancing priorities across multiple active opportunities
Leadership and Collaboration: Lead proposal kickoff meetings establishing clear objectives, win strategies, and team alignment. Manage cross-functional deliverables from technical experts, pricing, and contracts while ensuring effective collaboration and communication. Maximize efficiency by strategically sequencing and managing live proposal review sessions (Pink Team, Red Team reviews) using Shipley methodologies to ensure continuous improvement and strategic alignment
Proposal Development & Management: Navigate competing deadlines through priority management while ensuring compliance through detailed matrices. Inform and guide content development for consistency and client alignment. Execute quality control processes for professional, compelling deliverables including formatting and graphics, and maintain critical milestones for timely, compliant submission
Process Improvement & Innovation: Implement Shipley best practices and enhance efficiency through AI tools and automation. Utilize section planners, win strategy templates, and color review scorecards. Conduct lessons learned sessions and shadow/mentor team members to build internal proposal development capabilities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of relevant experience in proposal management and coordination experience or Master's degree and 6 years of relevant proposal management and coordination experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Prior experience with the domestic public-sector procurement processes and stakeholder engagement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa sponsorship
Strong project management skills with experience managing multiple stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables
Understanding of proposal automation/content management systems and emerging AI technologies
Ability to quickly analyze complex situations, formulate hypotheses, and develop actionable solutions
Demonstrated proficiency in Shipley Associates proposal development methodology, tools, and best practices
Meticulous attention to detail with focus on compliance and quality assurance
Track record of implementing process improvements and leveraging technology for enhanced efficiency
Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with Industry best practices
Excellent knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Demonstration of the RTI Values and Lead Forward behaviors by all employees is critical to the Institute's success
Preferred
Prior experience with RTI proposal management systems and processes
Benefits
Competitive base salary
Generous paid time off policy
Merit based annual increases
Bonus opportunities
Robust recognition program
Competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability)
Access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan
Paid parental leave for all parents
Financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments
Financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities
Employee assistance program
Numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance
Company
RTI International
RTI is an independent, nonprofit institute that provides research, development, and technical services to government and commercial clients.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$18.06MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Environmental Protection AgencyAscendium Education Group
2024-09-17Grant· $0.8M
2023-10-23Grant· $0.5M
2023-04-13Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
Michael H. Kaelin Jr.
EVP & Chief Operating Officer
Linda Dimitropoulos
Sr. Director, Primary Data Collection, Data & Analytics Practice Area
Recent News
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