Principal Proposal Subcontract Manager in Abbeyville, Colorado at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Principal Proposal Subcontract Manager based in the United States.

Join a high-performing team supporting complex, high-value government proposal efforts that drive mission-critical programs. In this strategic role, you will lead subcontract proposal activities for large-scale pursuits, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop compliant, competitive, and winning solutions. You'll serve as a trusted advisor throughout the pre-award lifecycle, ensuring subcontract strategies align with solicitation requirements, pricing objectives, and contractual standards. This position offers the opportunity to influence major business opportunities while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that values expertise, innovation, and operational excellence. If you thrive under tight deadlines and enjoy solving complex procurement challenges, this role provides an exciting platform to make a significant impact.

• Lead subcontract proposal support for large, complex government proposal efforts, particularly those exceeding $30M in value.
• Coordinate proposal activities involving multiple subcontractors while ensuring compliance with solicitation requirements and aggressive timelines.
• Develop strong partnerships with business development, capture, pricing, contracts, and program teams to support successful proposal submissions.
• Negotiate and manage Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Teaming Agreements (TAs), and other pre-award contractual documents.
• Identify contractual and procurement risks within solicitations and collaborate with stakeholders to develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Prepare solicitation packages, support source selection activities, and assist with Statements of Work (SOWs) and Basis of Estimate (BOE) development.
• Review prime contract terms, determine subcontract flow-down requirements, and advise teams on appropriate subcontract structures.
• Collaborate with pricing analysts to develop subcontract pricing strategies and resolve complex pricing issues.
• Maintain compliance with procurement regulations, corporate policies, and documentation requirements while providing regular reporting to leadership.
• Deliver responsive support to internal customers, ensuring proposal milestones and deadlines are consistently achieved.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with additional training in contract management, procurement, or related disciplines.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in government contract administration, subcontract management, or proposal support.
• Strong knowledge of the complete government proposal and subcontract lifecycle, including Shipley proposal methodologies.
• Comprehensive understanding of FAR, government procurement regulations, and agency-specific supplements.
• Demonstrated expertise in price analysis, subcontract negotiations, and fair and reasonable pricing principles.
• Experience negotiating contractual terms involving warranties, intellectual property, indemnification, inspection, acceptance, and risk allocation.
• Ability to develop compliant subcontract files and documentation that support Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex priorities in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Working knowledge of proposal development functions, including capture management, pricing, contracts, program management, and business operations.
• Willingness to travel occasionally as business needs require.

• Competitive salary ranging from $73,800 to $155,100, depending on experience, location, and qualifications.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, wellness, and family support programs.
• Retirement savings and financial wellbeing benefits.
• Flexible paid time off to support work-life balance.
• Continuing education, professional development, and learning resources.
• Opportunities for career growth within a collaborative, mission-focused environment.
• Competitive total rewards package designed to support employees and their families.
• Flexible work arrangements that promote both professional success and personal wellbeing.