Mid Level Proposal Manager Jobs

Mid level proposal manager jobs go to professionals ready to own proposals end to end, coordinate cross-functional contributors, and drive pursuit decisions with limited day-to-day oversight. Openings are 40% remote or hybrid, concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, with employers like DLR, HDR, and SMS group USA hiring at this level now.

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Open roles170+
Top stateTexas
Top employerDLR
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type60% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Raytheon
Javelin Proposal Analysis Manager
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Raytheon
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Javelin Proposal Analysis Manager
Raytheon
Tucson, Arizona
Business Development
Consulting & Professional Services
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$108k - $205k/yr
On-Site
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
10,000+

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HDR
Georgia/Alabama Water Business Group Proposal Manager
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HDR
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Georgia/Alabama Water Business Group Proposal Manager
HDR
Atlanta, Georgia
Brand Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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HDR
Florida Water Business Group Proposal Manager
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HDR
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Florida Water Business Group Proposal Manager
HDR
West Palm Beach, Florida
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Northrop Grumman
Proposal Analyst - Level 3
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Northrop Grumman
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Proposal Analyst - Level 3
Northrop Grumman
Redondo Beach, California
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
$94k - $141k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Babcock Power Inc.
Proposal Manager
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Babcock Power Inc.
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Proposal Manager
Babcock Power Inc.
Houston, Texas
Sales
Solutions Engineering (Pre-Sales)
Technical Product & Program Management
$103k - $135k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
1,001-5,000

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Mid Level Proposal Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • DLR
    DLR11
  • HDR
    HDR7
  • SMS group USA
    SMS group USA4
  • Babcock Power
    Babcock Power4
  • Booz Allen Hamilton
    Booz Allen Hamilton4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services32
  • Construction & Real Estate24
  • Manufacturing14
  • Energy8
  • Education8

Mid Level Proposal Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a mid level proposal manager job?

Position yourself as someone who has owned proposals independently, not just supported them. Highlight specific wins: proposals you led from kick-off to submission, win rates you contributed to, and cross-functional teams you coordinated. Tailor your resume to show scope of responsibility, not just tasks completed. Employers at this level want evidence you can manage a pursuit with minimal hand-holding.

Which companies hire mid level proposal managers?

Companies hiring mid level proposal managers right now include DLR, HDR, and SMS group USA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Government contractors, defense primes, consulting firms, and professional services companies tend to hire most actively at this level, where proposal volume and bid complexity justify a dedicated mid-level practitioner.

Are there remote mid level proposal manager jobs?

Yes, with strong availability. About 40% of mid level proposal manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, making this one of the more flexible roles in business development. Proposal work is largely document-driven, which suits distributed teams, though some employers require on-site presence during final submission pushes or orals preparation.

How do I move up to a mid level proposal manager role?

The path from entry level centers on accumulating solo ownership. Early on, most proposal coordinators support senior writers or managers. Over time, taking on full section ownership, then full proposal ownership, then coordinating contributors across departments signals readiness for mid level. Building a record of on-time submissions, measurable win contributions, and comfort with compliance requirements like FAR or Shipley methodology accelerates that progression.

Which industries hire the most mid level proposal managers?

Mid Level proposal manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors generate high volumes of competitive bids, RFPs, and government solicitations that require dedicated proposal professionals who can own the process and manage contributors without constant senior oversight.