Proposal Manager

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
  
  
  

Position Summary:

GCA is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Proposal Manager to support our business development (BD) efforts. This individual will be instrumental in ensuring the successful execution of contract-related tasks and proposals. The ProposalManager will collaborate closely with BD personnel, internal teams, and external teammates to extract and manage contract requirements, assign tasks with deadlines, and oversee the proposal development process to ensure on-time, high-quality submissions that meet all contractual and performance work statement (PWS) requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Requirements Analysis:
• Review contracts and solicitations to extract requirements and establish deliverables.
• Translate contract requirements into actionable tasks for GCA personnel and external teammates.
• Assign tasks with clear deadlines and monitor progress to ensure compliance with schedules.
  
  

• Team Collaboration:
• Lead internal meetings and discussions with GCA personnel and external partners to outline project requirements, tasks, and schedules.
• Facilitate communication among stakeholders to ensure alignment on goals and responsibilities.
  
  

• Proposal Development:
• Develop and maintain the proposal response template, incorporating requirements and key information from the solicitation.
• Collect and integrate inputs from all contributing parties into a cohesive, comprehensive proposal document.
• Ensure the final response addresses all requirements outlined in the PWS and reflects GCA’s capabilities and expertise.
  
  

• Project Management:
• Monitor proposal timelines and maintain accountability for task completion, ensuring all deliverables are met within established deadlines.
• Identify and address potential shortfalls or delays, working proactively with all stakeholders to mitigate risks.
• Maintain a schedule of events and a checklist of tasks to ensure an organized response process.
  
  

• Quality Assurance:
• Review all proposal content for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with solicitation requirements.
• Ensure proposals are formatted and presented professionally, adhering to GCA’s standards and branding guidelines.
  
  

• Reporting and Communication:
• Provide regular status updates to leadership on proposal progress, highlighting risks or delays.
• Document lessons learned from completed proposals to improve future processes.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Experience:
• 3 years of experience as a Proposal Manager or in a similar role, with a focus on government contracting and proposals.
• Demonstrated experience managing and coordinating complex proposal efforts in response to federal, state, or local solicitations.
• Skills:
• Strong understanding of federal contracting processes, including interpreting solicitations, PWSs, and FAR/DFAR regulations.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and proposal development tools.
  
  

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Contract Management, or a related field. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Other Requirements:
• Familiarity with government procurement systems (e.g., SAM, eVA).
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver high-quality results on tight timelines.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring compliance with solicitation requirements.
• Proven ability to lead teams and foster collaboration in a deadline-driven environment.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Prior experience working with Veteran-Owned or 8(a)-certified small businesses.
• Experience with proposal development software or customer relationship management (CRM) tools
  
  
  

GCA is a Small Disadvantaged Veteran Owned company supporting several government contracts. GCA is pleased to offer a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees. Below is a brief overview of our benefits package.

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time off includes 10 federal holidays and 15 additional days.
• Bereavement Leave
• Parental Leave
• PTO Cash out
• Company Paid STD and LTD
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 70% employer paid Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401k Savings and company match
• Employee referral program
  
  
  

At GCA, we stand at the forefront of innovation, lighting the way towards a future where technology serves as a beacon of possibility. As a premier provider of Information Technology and Audio-Visual Integration services, our mission is to empower individuals and organizations to navigate the digital landscape with confidence and clarity. We work to provide the latest information technology support services and Audio Visual system solutions to our customers worldwide.

Flexible work from home options available.