Development Manager Jobs in Arlington, VA
Development Manager jobs in Arlington, Virginia are concentrated in defense contracting, federal IT services, and real estate development across Rosslyn, Ballston, and Crystal City, with steady demand from government-adjacent employers and technology firms. Companies actively posting openings include Amazon, Nestlé USA, and Amazon Web Services. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Top employerAmazon
Work type76% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree
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The Cadmus Group, Inc.
Business Development Manager
Arlington, Virginia
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Market Development Manager
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Constellation Brands
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Arlington, Virginia
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Senior Manager, Learning & Development
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Nestlé USA
Senior Manager, Learning & Development
Arlington, Virginia
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Nestlé USA
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Nestlé USA
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Business Development Manager
The Cadmus Group, Inc.·Arlington, Virginia
Job functions:
$120k - $140k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
201-500 employees
Job Description
Overview:
The Cadmus Group is seeking qualified candidates for the position of International Affairs Group (IAG) Business Development Manager to support the full lifecycle of new business opportunities. The selected candidate will be responsible for leading the business development process for assigned opportunities, serving as the capture lead for pre-RFP activities and serving as proposal manager at RFP release leading the development of customized, winning proposals for those opportunities. The BD Manager will also be responsible for guiding capture/proposal teams through business development processes and procedures in accordance with the company’s established processes and best practices. This role will be responsible for designating and coordinating tasks to meet applicable deadlines, collaborating effectively with and managing internal and external subject matter experts, supporting corporate reporting needs, and representing the company to external stakeholders, including clients and partners. The Business Development Manager will also work with others to improve tools, skills, and processes to enable effective proposal development.
Business Development Manager will report to the IAG Senior Director, Operations and work closely with the Senior Vice President, IAG.
Who We Are
Cadmus provides government, commercial, and other private organizations worldwide with technology-empowered advisory and implementation services. We help our clients achieve their goals and drive lasting, impactful change by leveraging transformative digital solutions and unparalleled expertise across domains.
At Cadmus, we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. As a member of our team, you'll collaborate with leading experts to support our clients across the globe. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and ample opportunities for professional growth.
Join Cadmus. Together, we are strengthening society and the natural world. For more information, visit cadmusgroup.com.
Responsibilities:
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Perm Resident or U.S. Citizen.
Based on eligibility and job status, Cadmus offers an excellent benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, 401(k) program, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, voluntary time off (VTO), tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance program, other optional benefits and various bonus programs.
The salary range for this position is $120,000- $140,000. The actual salary will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.
We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to everyone’s success at Cadmus, and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.
Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at: cadmusgroup.com.
What You’ll Be Doing
The Cadmus Group is seeking qualified candidates for the position of International Affairs Group (IAG) Business Development Manager to support the full lifecycle of new business opportunities. The selected candidate will be responsible for leading the business development process for assigned opportunities, serving as the capture lead for pre-RFP activities and serving as proposal manager at RFP release leading the development of customized, winning proposals for those opportunities. The BD Manager will also be responsible for guiding capture/proposal teams through business development processes and procedures in accordance with the company’s established processes and best practices. This role will be responsible for designating and coordinating tasks to meet applicable deadlines, collaborating effectively with and managing internal and external subject matter experts, supporting corporate reporting needs, and representing the company to external stakeholders, including clients and partners. The Business Development Manager will also work with others to improve tools, skills, and processes to enable effective proposal development.
Business Development Manager will report to the IAG Senior Director, Operations and work closely with the Senior Vice President, IAG.
This is an ideal opportunity for a program development officer, capture manager, or a proposal manager looking to apply their talents across the full business development lifecycle to contribute to the growth of a dynamic company pursuing a mix of US Department of State, US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), Australia Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and other international clients.
Who We Are
Cadmus provides government, commercial, and other private organizations worldwide with technology-empowered advisory and implementation services. We help our clients achieve their goals and drive lasting, impactful change by leveraging transformative digital solutions and unparalleled expertise across domains.
At Cadmus, we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. As a member of our team, you'll collaborate with leading experts to support our clients across the globe. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and ample opportunities for professional growth.
Join Cadmus. Together, we are strengthening society and the natural world. For more information, visit cadmusgroup.com.
Specific responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the following:
- Business Development Coordination: Provide support across the business development lifecycle as an integrated team member, support pipeline management, bid decisions, and reviews, and reporting. Provide timely and accurate status reports to IAG leadership and identify, assess, resolve, and/or escalate issues as needed.
- Capture management: Lead capture for designated new business opportunities maintaining the capture plans covering competitor analysis, client priorities, win themes, recruitment, and preliminary solution design.
- Proposal management: Serve as proposal manager from RFP release through post-submission, ensuring the highest quality of work and proactive communication and facilitating the proposal team activities, and working across operating groups on ‘One Cadmus’ priority proposals.
- Proposal writing: Develop non-technical proposal sections, including management, staffing, past performance, cost notes, subcontracting plans, and others.
- Proposal quality and compliance: Provide quality control for the proposal and proposal process; interpret solicitations, ensure compliance with donor requirements, integrate proposal components into a coherent whole and conduct/oversee final review and editing for consistency of usage and appearance, compliance with requirements and timely submission. Ensure proposals clearly communicate Cadmus’ business perspective, key messages, value proposition, and competitive differentiators. Adhere to the organization’s policies and procedures and apply them consistently throughout all duties.
- Continuous improvement: Facilitate post-submission lessons-learned meetings, mentor and coach proposal teams in best practices in international proposal development and support development/refinement of BD processes and procedures to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Opportunity identification and positioning: Monitor and identify international affairs programming trends, stay current on procurement reforms, and various clients changing priorities; proactively identify opportunities in IAG’s core technical areas, including those funded by the US Department of State, USTDA, MCC, DFAT, World Bank, ADB, and IDB; and develop concrete, time-bound positioning plans.
- External engagement: Represent Cadmus at industry, client, and partner event.
- Partnership development: Develop and expand international, regional, and local teaming relationships with current and prospective partners, including US small businesses, and develop small-business contracting plans.
- BA/BS, MA/MS/MBA, or equivalent in Economics, Trade, Business, International Relations, or a related field; at least 10 years of directly relevant experience with a BA/BS or 8 years with an MA/MS. Experience must include progressively responsible technical, project management, and proposal work on donor-funded projects. Proposal development for donor-funded international development projects and bidding through USG GWACs and IDIQs are preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of direct experience managing large, complex proposals in response to RFPs/RFQs issued by US Government agencies that work internationally with a preference for experience with State Department, MCC, and/or USTDA.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including synthesizing information and informed assumptions to assess and form a clear picture of client intentions before solicitation release.
- Familiarity with government and/or international donor procurement processes and regulations, including knowledge of US Government rules and regulations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including persuasive proposal and report writing.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to independently manage multiple requirements, tasks, and shifting priorities, meet deadlines, and provide guidance and directions to teams to meet proposal milestones.
- Experience communicating, networking, and collaborating with clients and partners (subcontractors and prime partners as well as with local partners).
- Strong Microsoft Office suite proficiency, including mastery of Word and strong Excel, proficiency in Teams/SharePoint, and PowerPoint, experience using Copilot or related AI tools preferred.
- Ability to produce and edit complex PDFs using Adobe Acrobat Professional or equivalent software.
- Experience using SAM.gov, Grants.gov, Ebuy, and other relevant information sources.
- Willingness to travel to overseas destinations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with at least two of our core clients: US DOS, MCC, USTDA, DFAT, DFC, or FCDO.
- Experience in supporting technically relevant proposals including economic growth, digital, trade, transport and logistics. Infrastructure, public financial management, and investment promotion.
- Experienced in Salesforce, DocuSign, GovWin, and other relevant business software and services.
- Certified or trained in relevant proposal management methodology (e.g., Shipley, Humentum, or other).
- Proficiency in Spanish or another language commonly used in relevant country contexts is preferred.
Additional Information
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Perm Resident or U.S. Citizen.
Based on eligibility and job status, Cadmus offers an excellent benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, 401(k) program, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, voluntary time off (VTO), tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance program, other optional benefits and various bonus programs.
The salary range for this position is $120,000- $140,000. The actual salary will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.
We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to everyone’s success at Cadmus, and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.
Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at: cadmusgroup.com.
The Cadmus Group, Inc.
Business Development Manager
Arlington, Virginia
Added 2d ago201-500 employees
Job functions:
$120k - $140k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
Job Description
Overview:
The Cadmus Group is seeking qualified candidates for the position of International Affairs Group (IAG) Business Development Manager to support the full lifecycle of new business opportunities. The selected candidate will be responsible for leading the business development process for assigned opportunities, serving as the capture lead for pre-RFP activities and serving as proposal manager at RFP release leading the development of customized, winning proposals for those opportunities. The BD Manager will also be responsible for guiding capture/proposal teams through business development processes and procedures in accordance with the company’s established processes and best practices. This role will be responsible for designating and coordinating tasks to meet applicable deadlines, collaborating effectively with and managing internal and external subject matter experts, supporting corporate reporting needs, and representing the company to external stakeholders, including clients and partners. The Business Development Manager will also work with others to improve tools, skills, and processes to enable effective proposal development.
Business Development Manager will report to the IAG Senior Director, Operations and work closely with the Senior Vice President, IAG.
Who We Are
Cadmus provides government, commercial, and other private organizations worldwide with technology-empowered advisory and implementation services. We help our clients achieve their goals and drive lasting, impactful change by leveraging transformative digital solutions and unparalleled expertise across domains.
At Cadmus, we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. As a member of our team, you'll collaborate with leading experts to support our clients across the globe. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and ample opportunities for professional growth.
Join Cadmus. Together, we are strengthening society and the natural world. For more information, visit cadmusgroup.com.
Responsibilities:
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Perm Resident or U.S. Citizen.
Based on eligibility and job status, Cadmus offers an excellent benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, 401(k) program, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, voluntary time off (VTO), tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance program, other optional benefits and various bonus programs.
The salary range for this position is $120,000- $140,000. The actual salary will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.
We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to everyone’s success at Cadmus, and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.
Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at: cadmusgroup.com.
What You’ll Be Doing
The Cadmus Group is seeking qualified candidates for the position of International Affairs Group (IAG) Business Development Manager to support the full lifecycle of new business opportunities. The selected candidate will be responsible for leading the business development process for assigned opportunities, serving as the capture lead for pre-RFP activities and serving as proposal manager at RFP release leading the development of customized, winning proposals for those opportunities. The BD Manager will also be responsible for guiding capture/proposal teams through business development processes and procedures in accordance with the company’s established processes and best practices. This role will be responsible for designating and coordinating tasks to meet applicable deadlines, collaborating effectively with and managing internal and external subject matter experts, supporting corporate reporting needs, and representing the company to external stakeholders, including clients and partners. The Business Development Manager will also work with others to improve tools, skills, and processes to enable effective proposal development.
Business Development Manager will report to the IAG Senior Director, Operations and work closely with the Senior Vice President, IAG.
This is an ideal opportunity for a program development officer, capture manager, or a proposal manager looking to apply their talents across the full business development lifecycle to contribute to the growth of a dynamic company pursuing a mix of US Department of State, US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), Australia Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and other international clients.
Who We Are
Cadmus provides government, commercial, and other private organizations worldwide with technology-empowered advisory and implementation services. We help our clients achieve their goals and drive lasting, impactful change by leveraging transformative digital solutions and unparalleled expertise across domains.
At Cadmus, we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. As a member of our team, you'll collaborate with leading experts to support our clients across the globe. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and ample opportunities for professional growth.
Join Cadmus. Together, we are strengthening society and the natural world. For more information, visit cadmusgroup.com.
Specific responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the following:
- Business Development Coordination: Provide support across the business development lifecycle as an integrated team member, support pipeline management, bid decisions, and reviews, and reporting. Provide timely and accurate status reports to IAG leadership and identify, assess, resolve, and/or escalate issues as needed.
- Capture management: Lead capture for designated new business opportunities maintaining the capture plans covering competitor analysis, client priorities, win themes, recruitment, and preliminary solution design.
- Proposal management: Serve as proposal manager from RFP release through post-submission, ensuring the highest quality of work and proactive communication and facilitating the proposal team activities, and working across operating groups on ‘One Cadmus’ priority proposals.
- Proposal writing: Develop non-technical proposal sections, including management, staffing, past performance, cost notes, subcontracting plans, and others.
- Proposal quality and compliance: Provide quality control for the proposal and proposal process; interpret solicitations, ensure compliance with donor requirements, integrate proposal components into a coherent whole and conduct/oversee final review and editing for consistency of usage and appearance, compliance with requirements and timely submission. Ensure proposals clearly communicate Cadmus’ business perspective, key messages, value proposition, and competitive differentiators. Adhere to the organization’s policies and procedures and apply them consistently throughout all duties.
- Continuous improvement: Facilitate post-submission lessons-learned meetings, mentor and coach proposal teams in best practices in international proposal development and support development/refinement of BD processes and procedures to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Opportunity identification and positioning: Monitor and identify international affairs programming trends, stay current on procurement reforms, and various clients changing priorities; proactively identify opportunities in IAG’s core technical areas, including those funded by the US Department of State, USTDA, MCC, DFAT, World Bank, ADB, and IDB; and develop concrete, time-bound positioning plans.
- External engagement: Represent Cadmus at industry, client, and partner event.
- Partnership development: Develop and expand international, regional, and local teaming relationships with current and prospective partners, including US small businesses, and develop small-business contracting plans.
- BA/BS, MA/MS/MBA, or equivalent in Economics, Trade, Business, International Relations, or a related field; at least 10 years of directly relevant experience with a BA/BS or 8 years with an MA/MS. Experience must include progressively responsible technical, project management, and proposal work on donor-funded projects. Proposal development for donor-funded international development projects and bidding through USG GWACs and IDIQs are preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of direct experience managing large, complex proposals in response to RFPs/RFQs issued by US Government agencies that work internationally with a preference for experience with State Department, MCC, and/or USTDA.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including synthesizing information and informed assumptions to assess and form a clear picture of client intentions before solicitation release.
- Familiarity with government and/or international donor procurement processes and regulations, including knowledge of US Government rules and regulations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including persuasive proposal and report writing.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to independently manage multiple requirements, tasks, and shifting priorities, meet deadlines, and provide guidance and directions to teams to meet proposal milestones.
- Experience communicating, networking, and collaborating with clients and partners (subcontractors and prime partners as well as with local partners).
- Strong Microsoft Office suite proficiency, including mastery of Word and strong Excel, proficiency in Teams/SharePoint, and PowerPoint, experience using Copilot or related AI tools preferred.
- Ability to produce and edit complex PDFs using Adobe Acrobat Professional or equivalent software.
- Experience using SAM.gov, Grants.gov, Ebuy, and other relevant information sources.
- Willingness to travel to overseas destinations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with at least two of our core clients: US DOS, MCC, USTDA, DFAT, DFC, or FCDO.
- Experience in supporting technically relevant proposals including economic growth, digital, trade, transport and logistics. Infrastructure, public financial management, and investment promotion.
- Experienced in Salesforce, DocuSign, GovWin, and other relevant business software and services.
- Certified or trained in relevant proposal management methodology (e.g., Shipley, Humentum, or other).
- Proficiency in Spanish or another language commonly used in relevant country contexts is preferred.
Additional Information
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Perm Resident or U.S. Citizen.
Based on eligibility and job status, Cadmus offers an excellent benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, 401(k) program, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, voluntary time off (VTO), tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance program, other optional benefits and various bonus programs.
The salary range for this position is $120,000- $140,000. The actual salary will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.
We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to everyone’s success at Cadmus, and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.
Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at: cadmusgroup.com.
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Development Manager Jobs in Arlington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a development manager job in Arlington?
Focus your search on Arlington's dominant sectors: defense and federal IT contracting, commercial real estate development, and nonprofit associations headquartered along the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor. Employers in these sectors typically prioritize candidates who have managed cross-functional teams on government or mixed-use projects. Familiarity with federally regulated procurement cycles and experience coordinating across contractors and agency stakeholders gives candidates a clear edge in this market.
Which companies hire development managers in Arlington?
Companies currently hiring development managers in Arlington include Amazon, Nestlé USA, and Amazon Web Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arlington's employer mix skews toward defense primes, federal technology integrators, and commercial real estate firms with significant Pentagon City and Rosslyn footprints.
Are there remote development manager jobs in Arlington?
Yes, though availability depends heavily on the sector: development manager roles in real estate and construction management are almost always on-site, while those tied to software delivery or program management within federal IT firms allow more flexibility. About 100% of development manager openings tied to Arlington are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. The most remote-compatible work tends to involve portfolio oversight and stakeholder reporting rather than hands-on site management.
How can I get a development manager job in Arlington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Arlington is moving into a development manager role from a project coordinator or program analyst position within a federal contractor or nonprofit association. Arlington's dense cluster of mid-size government contractors regularly promotes from within, and entry-level program support roles at firms along the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor frequently serve as the on-ramp. Building familiarity with federal acquisition workflows and earning a PMP credential while in a support role accelerates the transition considerably.
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