Senior Proposal Manager
Astor & Sanders
Posted: January 21, 2026
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Quick Summary
A leading IT solutions provider is seeking a Senior Proposal Manager to lead and manage the end-to-end technical proposal development process, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and lead proposal submissions.
Required Skills
Job Description
Senior Proposal Manager
Astor & Sanders Corporation (Astor) is an award-winning IT solutions provider headquartered in McLean, VA seeking a Senior Proposal Manager. This is a full-time and hybrid or remote position.
Roles & Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the end-to-end technical federal proposal development process, including strategy development, content creation, and proposal submission
• Collaborate as a senior leader with cross-functional teams, including subject matter experts, technical and proposal writers, and PMs to gather and develop proposal content
• Lead and manage proposal outlines, schedules, and compliance matrices to ensure timely submission and adherence to requirements
• Responsible for senior level capture management and strategy
• Manage and review all proposal content, ensuring that it is accurate, compliant, and compelling
• Lead proposal review meetings and incorporate feedback from stakeholders
• Manage multiple proposals simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
• Responsible for hands-on proposal writing
• Drive cross-functional collaboration at the senior level with Business Development and pricing team to define the win strategy, solution architecture, and resource allocation for complex, high-value proposals
• Additional duties as assigned
Requirements:
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience managing the full lifecycle of proposal management for federal government contracts
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, English, or a related field
• Strong leadership experience supporting technical proposal efforts
• Senior level understanding of federal procurement processes, such as FAR and DFAR
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing proposal development projects
• Previous managerial experience operating as final authority/decision making on proposal content, ensuring accuracy and consistency
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to include experience with proposal writing
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other proposal management tools
• Shipley training background required, APMP certification is a plus
Benefits:
Astor & Sanders Corporation (www.astor-sanders.com) offers a unique, stimulating and challenging environment that fosters individual growth and rewards performance. Astor & Sanders Corporation ( #Astor ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Some of our competitive benefits include
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and all Federal Holidays off
• Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance Coverage
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Pre-Tax Benefit Programs
• Wellness and Work-Life Support
• Professional Development
• Performance and Referral Bonuses
• Life and Disability Insurance