Federal Proposal Manager

Role Overview

• Manage and develop high‑quality written proposal content for federal RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and white papers.
• Interpret solicitation requirements and ensure all proposal sections are fully compliant and responsive.
• Work with capture and solution teams to articulate win themes, value propositions, and differentiators.
• Interview SMEs and translate technical, operational, and management concepts into clear, compelling language.
• Edit, rewrite, and refine content to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with DXC’s messaging.
• Support proposal storyboarding, outline development, and content planning.
• Ensure adherence to the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), agency-specific guidelines, and DXC proposal standards.
• Participate in color team reviews e.g. Shipley method, and incorporate feedback efficiently.
• Maintain a library of reusable content and contribute to the continuous improvement of proposal processes.
• Analyze solicitations (RFP, RFQ, RFI, etc.) in conjunction with other customer requirements and communications and determine final document structure.
• Coordinate and lead major project meetings, including Kick-off Meetings, Strategy Meetings, Color Team Reviews, etc.
• Assist with/lead effective content development (storyboarding) and development of strategic strengths and discriminators.
• Manage writing assignments and receipt of all proposal materials with authors and teaming partners in accordance with the project timeline.
• Ensure proposals are compliant with all section L&M or similar instructions/requirements.
• Monitor and remain current on all amendments and modifications to the solicitation.

Requirements

• Proven experience writing proposals for U.S. federal government contracts.
• Strong understanding of the federal procurement lifecycle and common solicitation structures.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear, persuasive narratives.
• Experience working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).
• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 12+ years' relevant professional experience as a Proposal Manager.
• 8+ years of successful track record winning proposal efforts valued at $500M or more.
• Must have proven proposal leadership skills, with the ability to build a strong team, effectively resolve conflict, and vector appropriate resources to maximize proposal development.
• Must have experience in keeping a team focused and moving toward developing a compliant, compelling, competitive, winning document.
• Must be able to work with little direction and manage multiple tasks.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on high-impact federal programs that support national missions.
• A collaborative, growth-oriented environment with access to senior leaders and technical experts.
• Professional development, training, and career advancement within DXC’s global organization.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.