Sr. Strategic Proposal Partner / Lead

Sr. Strategic Proposal Partner / Lead

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies-making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector. The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success. Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.

Job Description

The Building People has an opening for a full-time Sr. Strategic Proposal Partner / Lead to manage and perform the activities involved in the development and revision of major proposals. Participate as part of a proposal team or lead in the cradle-to-grave development of a proposal. Apply working knowledge of teaming strategies with large and small businesses. Apply knowledge of contract types and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Review RFQ / RFPs for proposal production / documentation guidelines
• Research, prepare, and revise proposal materials, including but not limited to resumes, past performance, responses to sources sought, etc.
• Work with Capture Manager(s) to develop, maintain, and communicate proposal outline, schedule, and other activities
• Craft data calls to solicit required information to develop content for proposal sections
• Serve as the point of contact for sources providing information for proposals. Receive and send materials and coordinate the deadlines and materials needed with The Building People staff and teammates
• Write compelling, compliant, quality-driven proposal sections or edit existing technical content, as needed, that addresses RFP requirements, while highlighting win themes, features and benefits, risks and mitigation approaches, and discriminators as appropriate
• Proofread and review proposal material throughout the proposal development process
• Create proposal templates and finalize proposal documents using MS Word and other MS Office software
• Establish and maintain files in knowledge management system and file structure
• Use standard best practices for submitting compliant proposals
• Be consistent in proposal development for style, presentation, and RFP guidelines
• Demonstrate personality and leadership skills to engage and motivate a diverse group of proposal contributors
• Exhibit strong leadership skills in facilitating and coordinating the content from various sources
• Leverage AI tools to enhance content development, process efficiency, and knowledge management
• Develop and implement best practices, SOPs, templates, and guides for proposal processes

Skills & Requirements

Qualifications

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference / background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement .