Proposal Specialist Jobs in Texas
Proposal Specialist jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where defense contracting, energy services, and government IT drive consistent demand across all experience levels. Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Halliburton are among the established employers maintaining dedicated proposal teams in the state, with openings in technical writing, government contracts, and RFP response management. Texas ranks among the most active markets in the country for this role, with opportunities at everything from senior manager to entry-level coordinator. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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For more than 45 years, Careington International has been a leader in the health and wellness benefits space. Since its founding in 1979, Careington has been delivering dental discount solutions as its core competency. Today, Careington has expanded to offer a growing portfolio of 150+ health, wellness, lifestyle and virtual health products and services designed to deliver cost savings across a spectrum of life needs. Through its affiliated nationally licensed third-party administrator (TPA), Careington International also delivers full-scale administrative services, including customer service, licensed enrollment, claims administration, individual and group billing.
Careington is seeking a Communications RFP & Proposal Specialist to join its Corporate Communications team. This role supports RFP, RFI, RFQ, grant, and other proposal responses by collaborating with proposal managers and cross-functional stakeholders. The specialist will gather, organize, and refine content to ensure submissions are accurate, polished, strategically aligned, and delivered on time.
This hybrid role is based at our Gaylord Parkway location in Frisco, TX, with onsite work Monday–Wednesday and remote work Thursday–Friday.
The role will revert to fully onsite 5 days a week in Spring/Summer 2027.
Position Overview & Responsibilities:
Coordinate and develop RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, grant applications and customized sales proposals.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to distribute assignments, gather feedback, refine responses and compile supporting materials to meet critical deadlines.
Research, source and vet solicitations and grant opportunities that align with the company’s products, services and strategic goals.
Collaborate with public entities to complete grant applications and gather necessary information and documentation required for submissions.
Evaluate bid opportunities to determine feasibility with capabilities and products and services.
Translate technical concepts and business terminology into clear, compelling content and client-focused messaging.
Utilize RPF and proposal management software, Qvidian, to coordinate and complete responses to RFPs/RFQs/RFIs and sales proposals while maintaining updates to content repository.
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Review and finalize proposal documents to ensure compliance with submission guidelines, formatting requirements and deadlines.
Maintain and manage proposal tracking documentation to monitor submissions, outcomes and proposal metrics.
Proactively identify and register for any and all relevant RFP, RFI and bid opportunities through all available channels, including city, county, school district, and other local, state and federal sources.
Develop content for customized sales proposals to support prospective sales initiatives.
Assist with additional communications initiatives as needed, including PR awareness campaigns, award submissions, speaker proposals and other related projects.
Performance will be evaluated based on the accuracy, clarity, and completeness of proposal responses; adherence to deadlines; compliance with RFP and grant specifications and submission guidelines; and the overall quality, organization, and professionalism of proposal deliverables.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications or related fields
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Preferred
- Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Understanding of health care benefits or insurance industry
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, keeping track of deadlines.
- Familiarity with proposal management and RFP response software such as Qvidian or similar
- Familiarity with all facets of proposal development lifecycle
Additional Skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Superior attention to detail and organization skills
- Strong command of writing and editing practices
- Highly detail-oriented and disciplined with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage and prioritize projects in a timely and efficient manner
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams to help execute projects
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Law & Legal Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in proposal specialist jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in English, communications, business, or a related field required
- Demonstrated experience writing and coordinating government or commercial proposals
- Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations and RFP response processes
- Proficiency with proposal management tools such as Shipley or Privia
- APMP Foundation or Practitioner certification preferred by many Texas employers
- Strong project management skills with ability to meet firm submission deadlines
Proposal Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a proposal specialist in Texas?
Most proposal specialist roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in English, communications, business, or a technical field. Texas has no state-issued license for this role, so hiring is credential-driven: employers look for APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) certification, particularly at the Foundation or Practitioner level, along with a portfolio of submitted proposals. Entry-level candidates often move in from technical writing, contracts administration, or marketing coordinator roles.
Which companies hire proposal specialists in Texas?
Texas proposal specialist roles are posted by GHD, AECOM, and K&L GATES and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of defense contractors, energy services firms, and government IT integrators makes it one of the busiest states for proposal teams year-round.
Which Texas cities have the most proposal specialist jobs?
Dallas, Frisco, and Houston have the most proposal specialist openings in Texas. Houston's energy and engineering sectors and Dallas's large federal contractor footprint drive most of the volume, while San Antonio's proximity to Joint Base San Antonio and major defense facilities creates steady demand for specialists focused on government and defense RFPs.
Are there remote proposal specialist jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields, since proposal work is document-intensive and does not require physical presence at a job site. About 71% of proposal specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how well the role translates to distributed teams. Fully remote positions are most common in the technical writing and RFP coordination parts of the role.
How can I get hired as a proposal specialist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a related writing or coordination role such as marketing coordinator, contracts administrator, or technical writer at a Texas defense contractor or energy services firm. Large Texas employers like L3Harris and Jacobs bring in junior proposal coordinators who support senior writers on live bids. Earning the APMP Foundation certificate demonstrates commitment to the field and gives candidates a clear edge, especially when applying to government-focused teams in the Houston and San Antonio markets.
Where can I find and apply to proposal specialist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to proposal specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each employer. No account or profile setup is needed to search current listings.
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