• The Senior Proposal Manager – Pricing works with cross‑functional contributors to develop high‑quality and compelling pricing solutions that align with operational strategy and technical approach. • Respond to RFPs and requests for information (RFIs), develop bids for proposals, statements of work, presentations, and other materials that support the Business Development organization. • Review and challenge input from subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure pricing strategy is fit for purpose and complements the overall operational delivery strategy. • Review and maintain pricing metrics to ensure cross‑therapeutic consistency. • Develop proposal‑specific commercial strategies for approval by pricing leadership. • Work with Account Directors, Clinical, and Operational teams to integrate pricing solutions into complete proposals and statements of work. • Meet proposal deadlines by establishing priorities and target dates for information gathering, implementation, reviews, and approvals. • Act as a focal point for the collection of pricing information from various sources. • Work with SMEs to gather information and customize pricing solutions. • Respond to routine and non‑routine inquiries in a timely and professional manner.

AVER is a fast-growing SDVOSB that has achieved significant revenue growth over the past five years. Our work spans Data Analytics, Mission Support, IT Modernization, and Biometrics, supporting critical federal missions across Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, and Healthcare domains. We are seeking a Senior Proposal Manager with expert-level writing and proposal leadership skills to lead complex federal proposals from kickoff through submission and interview support. This role is ideal for a seasoned proposal professional who thrives in deadline-driven environments and consistently delivers high-quality, compliant, and compelling proposals. The Senior Proposal Manager is responsible for leading priority federal proposal efforts, managing proposal teams, and driving the development of persuasive, compliant proposal content. This role focuses on proposal execution, writing, compliance, and production, partnering closely with internal leaders and SMEs to deliver competitive submissions. Responsibilities Include: - Lead and manage end-to-end federal proposal efforts from kickoff through final submission and post-submission interviews - Own proposal planning, schedules, compliance matrices, outlines, and storyboards - Drive proposal strategy discussions, kickoff meetings, and internal reviews to ensure alignment to evaluation criteria and win themes - Serve as primary proposal writer and editor, developing and refining Executive Summaries, Management Volumes, Personnel/Staffing Volumes, and other assigned sections - Manage and coordinate proposal teams, including technical leads, writers, editors, graphics, and production staff - Facilitate color team reviews and check-in reviews, incorporating actionable feedback into proposal revisions - Ensure strict compliance with RFP instructions, FAR/DFARS requirements, and evaluation criteria - Manage proposal operations, including SharePoint sites, version control, document integration, and final production - Lead proposal interview preparation, including content development, slide reviews, messaging alignment, and rehearsal support - Coordinate closely with Proposal Leadership, SMEs, executives, and teaming partners throughout the proposal lifecycle - Support lessons learned and best practice sharing following submissions and debriefs Education Requirements: - Bachelor Degree required Experience Requirements: - 10+ years of federal proposal management experience, including senior-level ownership of complex proposals - Demonstrated success leading winning proposals for DoD, DHS, DOJ, and/or civilian agencies - Exceptional proposal writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate technical solutions into clear, compelling narratives - Deep expertise in proposal compliance, color reviews, and quality control - Strong working knowledge of Shipley or similar federal proposal management methodologies - Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent proposals under tight deadlines - Experience collaborating with executives, technical leaders, SMEs, and external partners - Proficiency with proposal tools and environments including SharePoint, Microsoft Office, and Adobe PDF - Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign) and Photoshop preferred Location: - REMOTE (Local in Washington D.C. or surrounding area) About Us: AVER, LLC is a Data & Digital Transformation company that delivers exceptional client service with great people and transformative technology solutions to enable Government mission success. We provide customers with specialized technical skills and deep subject matter expertise focused on Homeland Security, Biometrics, Law Enforcement and Healthcare domains to meet the complex mission challenges today and tomorrow. We are a verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that strives to provide a customer-centric experience building trusted partnerships with our clients and people. AVER is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

• The Senior Proposal Manager position is an experienced and highly visible core member of the DEV team, leveraging their business development expertise as positioning and proposal manager on high priority new business opportunities across Winrock’s portfolio. • Support the strategic pursuit of donor-funded new business opportunities, fulfilling key functions in the end-to-end new business life cycle, with a primary focus on capture and proposal management of competitive, solicitation-based opportunities of significant scale and complexity, across Winrock’s sectors. • Manage proposal teams and the bid-specific processes for proposal planning, design, development, and quality control. • Contributing to the ongoing improvement of Winrock’s standard business development norms and resources, the Sr. PM will build the capacity of others fulfilling the proposal manager and/or other proposal team roles. • Ensure full coverage and execution of proposal team assignments, confirming all parties understand their responsibilities and expectations. • Participate in strategic/competitive analyses and facilitate program design and strategy activities. • Establish teaming arrangements with potential prime and sub-recipient partners. • Develop proposal management plans, ensuring creation of compliant guidance documents, outlines, and templates. • Manage proposal process and timeline, ensuring scheduling of and adherence to milestone deadlines and following up on all assignments to ensure timely progress. • Conduct quality control of all proposal components at appropriate milestones, focusing on consistency, persuasiveness, and compliance to the donor requirements. • Prepare and submit donor communications related to the opportunity. • Coordinate post-submission activities while overseeing editing, production, and submission activities, ensuring completeness and compliance checks for all final proposal content.

Role Description The Proposal Manager will be responsible for managing the end-to-end proposal development process for IT projects. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent project management skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT and a proven track record of successfully managing complex proposals. Proficient in MS Office applications, with particular expertise in MS Word and MS Teams, as well as PDF editing tools. Demonstrated ability to utilize AI tools responsibly and in accordance with ethical standards. Demonstrated experience managing public sector bidding processes, with a strong focus on K-12 education and the E-Rate program. Proven ability to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines. These technical skills are highly valued and essential for success in this role. - Lead the proposal development process from initial request to final submission, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables. - Collaborate with sales, technical, and project management teams to gather necessary information and develop compelling proposals. - Analyze RFPs (Request for Proposals) and RFIs (Request for Information) to understand client requirements and develop tailored responses. - Create and maintain proposal templates, ensuring consistency and compliance with company standards. - Develop and manage proposal schedules, coordinating with internal stakeholders to meet deadlines. - Write, edit, and review proposal content, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with client needs. - Conduct proposal reviews and incorporate feedback from stakeholders to improve proposal quality. - Maintain a repository of proposal content and best practices for future use. - Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to enhance proposal strategies. - Provide training and guidance to team members on proposal development processes and best practices. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business Administration, or a related field. - Minimum of 5 years of experience in proposal management, preferably in the IT industry. - Strong understanding of IT solutions, services, and industry trends. - Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously. - Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and proposal management software. - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy. Requirements - APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) certification. - Experience with government and commercial proposals. - Knowledge of proposal automation tools and D365 CRM Application. - Software: Kofax PDF. - Familiarity with IT Managed Services and Cybersecurity. Benefits - Join us and be part of an inclusive, energizing, and collaborative environment. - UDT is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to workforce diversity. - Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. - Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background and pre-employment drug screen. - UDT is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.