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With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger - leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come.\nImagine what you could do here. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, communications and government industries worldwide.\nQuanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued.\nAbout this Role\nCOMPANY: Quanta Government Solutions, LLC\nJOB TITLE: Proposal Manager II\nDEPARTMENT: Energy Operations\nLOCATION: Vancouver, WA or Portland, OR\nREPORTS TO: Program Director, Energy\nCLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt\nPOSITION OVERVIEW:\nThe Proposal Manager II is responsible for leading and managing the end-to-end development of complex, high-value federal contract proposals for Quanta Government Solutions (QGS), focused on opportunities with Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). This role leads cross-functional teams in the development of compliant, compelling, and competitive proposals in response to government solicitations, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotes (RFQs), and Requests for Information (RFIs).\nServing as the primary point of accountability for proposal execution from bid decision through final submission, the Proposal Manager II ensures proposal activities remain on schedule, aligned with capture strategy, and compliant with all solicitation requirements. This role partners closely with Program Management, Operations, Finance, Legal, Estimating, and executive leadership across multiple operating companies to successfully execute strategic pursuits.\nIn addition to leading proposal development, the Proposal Manager II mentors junior proposal professionals, drives proposal best practices, supports continuous process improvement initiatives, and contributes to proposal strategy that strengthens QGS's competitive position within the federal marketplace.\nThe ideal candidate possesses exceptional organizational, leadership, writing, and communication skills, along with extensive experience managing multiple concurrent federal proposals in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.\nWhat You'll Do\nLead the planning, coordination, and execution of multiple concurrent BPA contract proposals from pursuit approval through final submission.\nManage complex, high-priority proposal efforts while balancing competing deadlines, resources, and organizational priorities.\nAnalyze RFP, RFQ, and RFI requirements and develop compliance matrices, proposal schedules, and action plans to ensure complete solicitation compliance.\nPartner with matrixed teams to develop proposal strategies, win themes, and competitive positioning.\nLead cross-functional proposal teams, including Operations, Engineering, Finance, Estimating, Contracts, Legal, Safety, Quality, and executive leadership from multiple operating companies and external partners.\nFacilitate proposal kickoff meetings and color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold, and Executive Reviews), driving action items to completion.\nDevelop, edit, integrate, and review proposal content to ensure clear, persuasive, and evaluator-focused responses.\nEnsure proposals comply with Bonneville Purchasing Instructions (BPI), agency-specific requirements, and customer evaluation criteria.\nCoordinate proposal inputs from teaming partners and subcontractors to ensure consistency, compliance, and timely delivery.\nCollaborate with Finance and Estimating to align pricing strategies with technical solutions and proposal objectives.\nMentor Proposal Manager I employees by providing guidance on proposal planning, compliance, and proposal development best practices.\nRecommend and implement improvements to proposal processes, templates, and content libraries that enhance proposal quality and efficiency.\nLead proposal debriefs and lessons learned sessions to drive continuous improvement across future pursuits.\nTrack proposal metrics, pipeline activity, and proposal outcomes to support organizational growth and performance.\nPerform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of business development and organizational growth initiatives.\nWhat You'll Bring\nRequired Education and Experience\n8+ years of experience managing federal government contract proposals in a deadline-driven, cross-functional environment.\nDemonstrated success leading complex federal proposals from opportunity qualification through final submission.\nStrong knowledge of federal procurement processes, solicitation structures, FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific acquisition requirements.\nExperience managing multiple concurrent proposal efforts with competing priorities and deadlines.\nExperience partnering with Capture Management and Business Development to develop proposal strategies, win themes, and competitive positioning.\nExceptional writing, editing, and document management skills with the ability to develop clear, compliant, and evaluator-focused proposal responses.\nProven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams across multiple organizational levels.\nExperience mentoring proposal professionals and providing guidance throughout the proposal development lifecycle.\nExcellent organizational, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to exercise sound judgment, resolve conflicts, manage proposal risks, and drive successful proposal outcomes.\nExperience balancing compliance, quality, strategy, and speed across multiple simultaneous proposal efforts. \nPreferred Education and Experience\nExperience supporting proposals for the Department of Energy (DOE) or other federal agencies.\nExperience with capture management, strategic pursuit planning, and proposal readiness activities.\nExperience using proposal development software such as Adobe InDesign or similar proposal management tools.\nBachelor’s degree in business, Communications, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.\nLICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:\nPreferred Licenses / Certifications:\nAPMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) and/or SMPS (Society of Marketing Professional Services) Certification.\nSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:\nMay provide coordination and task management for proposal team members and contributors across multiple departments.\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:\nTravels: OccasionallyPercent of time: Up to 10%Overnight required: Occasionally for proposal strategy sessions or customer engagement.\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS:\nStationary Position - Seldom\nPushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom\nClimb - Seldom\nKneel - Seldom\nGrab - Seldom\nBend - Seldom\nLift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS\nVision - 20/20 Corrected Vision\nHearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to\nWORKING CONDITIONS:\nWet or Humid - Seldom\nWorking near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom\nWorking near or on heavy machinery - Seldom\nWorking in high places - Seldom\nExposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom\nExposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom\nFrequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom\nWork with Electricity - Seldom\nWork with explosives - Seldom\nWork on or near a source of radiation - Seldom\nLoud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Seldom\nNote: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities my change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.\nWhat You'll Get\nOur Benefits & Perks\nComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage\nCompany-paid life and disability insurance\nAccess to mental health support and resources\n160 hours of paid time off per calendar year, prorated in the year of hire based on the employee’s start date, along with 11 company-observed paid holidays\n\nGrowth & Development\nOngoing training and development programs\nCareer advancement opportunities to support professional growth\nTuition reimbursement for continued education\nRecognition & Financial Well-Being\nEmployee recognition and rewards program\n401(k) retirement savings plan with company match\nFlexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection)\nFamily Support\nMaternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families\nCompensation\nThe anticipated salary range for this position is $95,000-$129,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job-related factors. This position is eligible for bonus. \nApplication Deadline\nQGS anticipates accepting applications through 10/1/2026. This posting may be extended if the position remains unfilled or closed earlier if the position is filled before the anticipated closing date.\n\nCompensation Range\nThe anticipated compensation for this position is USD $95,000.00/Yr. - USD $129,000.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.Equal Opportunity Employer\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. 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