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　　The Proposal Manager will manage and develop proposals for Federal opportunities through the entire proposal lifecycle. This role is responsible for planning, writing, reviews, production, assembly, and submission of compliant and compelling proposals.

　　The Proposal Manager will utilize best practices for proposal development and project management. They will create comprehensive plans and schedules while managing subject matter experts, reviews, editing, graphics, formatting, and assembly. This role will maintain quality control, ensure compliance, and execute post-submission activities. They will complete proposals on time and on budget while meeting government requirements.

　　You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

　　Primary Responsibilities:

　　Develop comprehensive proposal management plans (PMP) that outline the strategy, schedule, resources, and processes required to efficiently develop and submit a compelling proposal

　　Manage the key elements of the PMP to include proposal schedule, roles and responsibilities, content development plans, logistics, budget, compliance matrix, style guide, communications protocols, lessons learned, and post-submission activities

　　Write proposal documents including outlines, cross-reference matrices, and content

　　Lead kickoff meetings to outline logistics, responsibilities, and objectives

　　Manage subject matter experts to develop compliant and compelling content

　　Ensure proposals comply with all RFP requirements

　　Conduct discipline reviews for accuracy and completeness

　　Facilitate color team reviews including Pink, Red, Gold, and Green reviews

　　Manage editing, graphics, formatting, assembly, production, and delivery

　　Lead post-submission debriefs, win assessments, and lessons learned

　　Maintain proposal records, knowledge management systems, and libraries

　　Utilize MS Project or similar tools to manage proposals

　　You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

　　Years of post-high school education can be substituted/is equivalent to one year of experience.

　　Required Qualifications:

　　3+ years of Federal, state, or local government proposal management experience

　　Experience with MS Project or similar project management software

　　Proficient with MS Office Suite

　　Proven exceptional writing, editing, organizational, and time management skills

　　Experience following industry best practices for proposal management and willingness to learn and follow Optum Serve proposal management best practices

　　Proven to be detail-oriented with ability to manage quality control reviews

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Shipley certified in proposal management

　　Experience with healthcare, IT, or healthcare consulting proposals

　　Experience with a proposal content management database

　　California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington residents is $88,000 to $173,200 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

　　*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

　　At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

　　Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

　　OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.