Senior Bid Writer

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Bid Writer with deep expertise in government RFP responses to join our team. In this leadership role, you will develop compelling, technically sound, and fully compliant proposals that position our organization competitively in government procurement processes.

You will collaborate cross‑functionally, guide bid strategy, and ensure all proposal content meets the highest standards of accuracy, clarity, and impact. Your mastery of writing, editing, compliance, and industry research will directly influence our win rates and help secure major government contracts.

Key Responsibilities Proposal Development

• Lead the creation of complete, high‑quality government proposals and RFP responses
• Interpret government solicitation requirements and translate them into clear, persuasive narratives
• Develop win themes, value propositions, and solution narratives tailored to each opportunity
• Manage technical inputs from SMEs, project managers, and leadership teams

Editing & Quality Assurance

• Conduct comprehensive proofreading, editing, and fact-checking
• Ensure all submissions adhere to AP Style, Chicago Manual of Style, and agency‑specific formatting rules
• Maintain consistent tone, accuracy, and compliance across all proposal materials

Research & Strategy

• Research federal, state, and local government requirements, procurement trends, and competitive landscapes
• Analyze past performance and technical documentation to create strong differentiators
• Support pricing teams with narrative sections as needed

Project Management

• Oversee multiple deadlines and simultaneous RFPs
• Lead proposal kickoff meetings and coordinate inputs from cross-functional contributors
• Ensure complete compliance with all solicitation requirements, forms, and certifications

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in government bid writing, proposal management, or technical writing
• Mandatory relevant certifications, such as:
• APMP Practitioner/Senior Practitioner (or equivalent)
• Government proposal writing certifications (if applicable)
• Demonstrated success managing large, complex government RFPs
• Strong portfolio showing high-quality, persuasive government proposals
• Exceptional writing, editing, copy-editing, and proofreading skills
• Expertise in AP Style and the Chicago Manual of Style
• Proficiency with proposal management tools and document systems
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Work samples are required during the screening process

About PENNEP

PENNEP works with national and multinational clients and thrives to become one of the world's leading professional services companies with a vision to transform clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our leaders have 50 years of combined and unique industry knowledge with a consultative approach that helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government-issued ID during each interview.

PENNEP is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We provide engineering excellence practices training for all our employees.