Proposal Manager - Federal, State & Local Pursuits
Company: Procon Consulting
Location: Mc Lean
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Procon is a top-ranked
construction management and technology consulting firm with 25
years of experience delivering high?impact projects across the U.S.
and worldwide. An ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm for five consecutive
years, we specialize in program management, project controls,
commissioning, and technology—and offer an excellent platform to
grow your career while shaping the future of the built environment.
We are currently seeking a Proposal Manager to join our team. In
this crucial role, we are seeking an individual to lead the full
lifecycle of the proposal response process from analysis of RFP to
final production and submission of proposals. Requirements
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of 8 years of
relevant experience, including at least: 3 years as a Proposal
Manager supporting federal, state, and/or local government
solicitations, and 1 year of experience with an A/E/C-related firm.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills with
the ability to work effectively across disciplines and levels of
the organization. Excellent time-management skills and the ability
to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Exceptional
proposal writing skills, with the ability to clearly and
persuasively communicate technical and strategic information.
Proven ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously while
balancing competing priorities. Demonstrated ability to research,
synthesize, and distill information from multiple sources into
cohesive, compelling, and compliant proposal responses. Strong
proofreading and technical editing skills with a high attention to
detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills,
including the ability to present ideas clearly and succinctly in a
variety of settings. Ability to accept and incorporate constructive
feedback to improve work product. Ability to work independently as
well as collaboratively in a team environment. Strong proficiency
in Microsoft Word and Excel. Working proficiency in Adobe InDesign,
or the ability to learn it quickly, required. Responsibilities:
Coordinate and prepare proposals and responses to RFIs for federal,
state, and local government solicitations, ensuring full compliance
and on-time delivery. Lead and participate in all phases of the
proposal lifecycle, including go/no-go discussions, kickoff
meetings, storyboarding, win strategy development, review sessions,
and final production. Develop proposal strategies in collaboration
with leadership and technical teams, translating win strategies
into clear themes, value propositions, and compelling narratives.
Self-manage proposal production, including scheduling,
coordination, writing, editing, graphics integration, and final
submission. Write and edit proposal content based on information
from subject matter experts, independent research, and personal
knowledge of the A/E/C and construction management industries,
including project execution plans, project descriptions, resumes,
and compliance responses. Establish priorities, schedules, and
target dates to meet aggressive proposal deadlines while managing
multiple simultaneous pursuits. Develop original content that
demonstrates a thorough understanding of Procon’s personnel,
projects, and market positioning within the A/E/C and CM industry.
Ensure proposals are well-organized, persuasive, visually engaging,
and fully compliant with RFP requirements. Coordinate and
facilitate proposal review sessions, incorporating feedback and
ensuring quality control through proofreading and technical
editing. Participate in the ongoing development, refinement, and
maintenance of the firm’s proposal and information database.
Benefits Salary commensurate with experience. Interested and
qualified candidates please submit a cover letter and a resume.
Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits
package, including full medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan.
Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified
applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age,
color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or
any other protected factor
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