DescriptionWhy RTIRTI International is an independent, scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Our vision is to address the world's most critical problems with technical and science-based solutions in pursuit of a better future. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach—one that integrates expertise across social, statistical, data, and laboratory sciences, engineering, and other technical disciplines to solve the world’s most challenging problems.We believe in the promise of science and technical solutions, and we push ourselves every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses in the US and around the world. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real difference, RTI is the place for you. About the Hiring GroupThe role falls within the Growth Unit (Public Sector), which manages how RTI pursues, wins, and grows our project portfolio across U.S., state, local, and foreign governments, and foundations, in collaboration with technical staff across the organization. What You'll DoAs Senior Proposal Manager, you will serve as a strategic thought partner leading multiple concurrent opportunities using industry-proven methodologies. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will guide cross-functional teams through strategic planning, proposal development, and submission processes to ensure compliant, compelling, high-quality proposals that maximize win probability. You will continuously implement best practices and explore process efficiencies through AI tools and automation. Successful candidates will have experience with the domestic public-sector procurement processes and stakeholder engagement. This role will report to the Director, Proposals and Capture. While this is a US-based remote position, local candidates within commuting distance to an RTI office (RTP, DC) are preferred. Core Responsibilities Opportunity Analysis & Strategic Planning: Simultaneously manage multiple competing opportunities by analyzing solicitations, creating proposal plans, outlines, compliance matrices, developing proposal strategies, and win theme development across concurrent pursuits with overlapping deadlines. Develop and manage Pre-Proposal & Capture plans that inform go/no-go decisions and proposal strategy development while balancing priorities across multiple active opportunities. Leadership and Collaboration: Lead proposal kickoff meetings establishing clear objectives, win strategies, and team alignment. Manage cross-functional deliverables from technical experts, pricing, and contracts while ensuring effective collaboration and communication. Maximize efficiency by strategically sequencing and managing live proposal review sessions (Pink Team, Red Team reviews) using Shipley methodologies to ensure continuous improvement and strategic alignment. Proposal Development & Management: Navigate competing deadlines through priority management while ensuring compliance through detailed matrices. Inform and guide content development for consistency and client alignment. Execute quality control processes for professional, compelling deliverables including formatting and graphics, and maintain critical milestones for timely, compliant submission. Process Improvement & Innovation: Implement Shipley best practices and enhance efficiency through AI tools and automation. Utilize section planners, win strategy templates, and color review scorecards. Conduct lessons learned sessions and shadow/mentor team members to build internal proposal development capabilities. What You'll NeedMinimum Qualifications Requirements: Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of relevant experience in proposal management and coordination experience or Master's degree and 6 years of relevant proposal management and coordination experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior experience with the domestic public-sector procurement processes and stakeholder engagement. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa sponsorship. Preferred Requirements: Prior experience with RTI proposal management systems and processes. Additional Required Skills & Abilities: Strong project management skills with experience managing multiple stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables. Understanding of proposal automation/content management systems and emerging AI technologies. Ability to quickly analyze complex situations, formulate hypotheses, and develop actionable solutions. Demonstrated proficiency in Shipley Associates proposal development methodology, tools, and best practices. Meticulous attention to detail with focus on compliance and quality assurance. Track record of implementing process improvements and leveraging technology for enhanced efficiency. Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with Industry best practices. Excellent knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel. Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Ability to work well as part of a team and independently. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Demonstration of the RTI Values and Lead Forward behaviors by all employees is critical to the Institute’s success. Behaviors associated with our Values and Lead Forward can been found on RTI Insider and Careers page. #LI-EP1 EEO & Pay Equity StatementsFor San Francisco, CA USA Job Postings Only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Further information is available here. RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. For Applicants in Massachusetts Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The anticipated pay range for this role is listed below. Our pay ranges represent national averages and may vary by location as a geographic differential may be applied to some locations within the United States. RTI considers multiple factors when making an offer including, for example: established salary range, internal budget, business needs, and education and years of work experience possessed by the applicant. Further, salary is merely one element to our offer.At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a generous paid time off policy, merit based annual increases, bonus opportunities and a robust recognition program. Other benefits include a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life, and short-term and long-term disability), access to a retirement savings program such as a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave for all parents, financial assistance with adoption expenses or infertility treatments, financial reimbursement for education and developmental opportunities, an employee assistance program, and numerous other offerings to support a healthy work-life balance
ResponsibilitiesAs Senior Proposal Manager, you will serve as a strategic thought partner leading multiple concurrent opportunities using industry-proven methodologies. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will guide cross-functional teams through strategic planning, proposal development, and submission processes to ensure compliant, compelling, high-quality proposals that maximize win probability. You will continuously implement best practices and explore process efficiencies through AI tools and automation. Successful candidates will have experience with the domestic public-sector procurement processes and stakeholder engagement. This role will report to the Director, Proposals and Capture. While this is a US-based remote position, local candidates within commuting distance to an RTI office (RTP, DC) are preferred. Core Responsibilities Opportunity Analysis & Strategic Planning: Simultaneously manage multiple competing opportunities by analyzing solicitations, creating proposal plans, outlines, compliance matrices, developing proposal strategies, and win theme development across concurrent pursuits with overlapping deadlines. Develop and manage Pre-Proposal & Capture plans that inform go/no-go decisions and proposal strategy development while balancing priorities across multiple active opportunities. Leadership and Collaboration: Lead proposal kickoff meetings establishing clear objectives, win strategies, and team alignment. Manage cross-functional deliverables from technical experts, pricing, and contracts while ensuring effective collaboration and communication. Maximize efficiency by strategically sequencing and managing live proposal review sessions (Pink Team, Red Team reviews) using Shipley methodologies to ensure continuous improvement and strategic alignment. Proposal Development & Management: Navigate competing deadlines through priority management while ensuring compliance through detailed matrices. Inform and guide content development for consistency and client alignment. Execute quality control processes for professional, compelling deliverables including formatting and graphics, and maintain critical milestones for timely, compliant submission. Process Improvement & Innovation: Implement Shipley best practices and enhance efficiency through AI tools and automation. Utilize section planners, win strategy templates, and color review scorecards. Conduct lessons learned sessions and shadow/mentor team members to build internal proposal development capabilities
QualificationMinimum Qualifications Requirements: Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of relevant experience in proposal management and coordination experience or Master's degree and 6 years of relevant proposal management and coordination experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior experience with the domestic public-sector procurement processes and stakeholder engagement. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa sponsorship. Preferred Requirements: Prior experience with RTI proposal management systems and processes. Additional Required Skills & Abilities: Strong project management skills with experience managing multiple stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables. Understanding of proposal automation/content management systems and emerging AI technologies. Ability to quickly analyze complex situations, formulate hypotheses, and develop actionable solutions. Demonstrated proficiency in Shipley Associates proposal development methodology, tools, and best practices. Meticulous attention to detail with focus on compliance and quality assurance. Track record of implementing process improvements and leveraging technology for enhanced efficiency. Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with Industry best practices. Excellent knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel. Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Ability to work well as part of a team and independently. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Demonstration of the RTI Values and Lead Forward behaviors by all employees is critical to the Institute’s success. Behaviors associated with our Values and Lead Forward can been found on RTI Insider and Careers page. #LI-EP1