Capture Manager

Strategic Solutions Unlimited, Inc. (SSU) is currently recruiting for a Capture Manager to join our team. This role is responsible for the full lifecycle of business development and proposal efforts. This is a hands-on position suited for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple priorities independently. The ideal candidate will be skilled in identifying, tracking, and capturing opportunities; managing proposal processes; and authoring compelling, compliant proposals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Capture Management (Pre-RFP):

• Identify and qualify new business opportunities through government portals (e.g., SAM.gov), market research, and industry networking.
• Conduct competitive analysis, SWOT assessments, and win strategy development.
• Engage with potential partners and build teaming arrangements, NDAs, and subcontractor agreements.
• Develop and maintain opportunity pipelines and capture plans.
• Establish relationships with agency stakeholders and understand customer requirements.
• Lead and manage the proposal development lifecycle from kickoff to delivery.
• Develop proposal schedules, compliance matrices, and outlines.
• Coordinate inputs from internal SMEs, subcontractors, and external consultants.
• Conduct color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold) and manage version control.
• Ensure proposals are compliant, compelling, and submitted on time.
• Write, edit, and format technical and management proposal content.
• Tailor boilerplate material and past performance narratives to align with each solicitation.
• Integrate graphics, resumes, and technical data into the final proposal.
• Translate complex ideas into clear, persuasive language suitable for evaluators.

Required Professional Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in federal or commercial proposal development.
• Demonstrated experience managing full proposal lifecycles and writing winning proposals.
• Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, and common government procurement vehicles.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and proposal tools (e.g., SharePoint, RFPIO, or similar).
• APMP certification is a plus but not required.

Preferred:

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Project management and multitasking abilities
• Strategic thinking and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines

Benefits include:

• 401K Matching
• PTO and Holiday
• Full Medical Insurance
• Referral Bonus Program

If you are seeking a highly rewarding and challenging position that allows you to make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply or submit your resume/CV to [email protected].

SSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

About Strategic Solutions Unlimited Inc

Strategic Solutions Unlimited Inc (SSU) is an industry-leading organization that specializes in delivering innovative solutions and exceptional services worldwide. We provide customizable modular SCIF products to cater to the distinct needs and critical objectives of our clients. Our team is made up of military-minded professionals with decades of special operations and intelligence experience, dedicated to enabling war fighters and servicing government organizations and the commercial sector. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we bring forth the capabilities and resources of a large enterprise while maintaining our commitment to serving our clients. Join us and explore career opportunities at SSU.