Business Development Specialist

Do you enjoy identifying federal contracting opportunities and turning complex solicitation requirements into clear, compliant proposals? Are you organized, resourceful, and energized by managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced small-business environment? Avid Core is seeking a Business Development Specialist to support the growth of our federal government consulting firm. This role will identify and track federal opportunities, coordinate proposal development from solicitation review through submission, draft compelling proposal content, and support contract administration activities. The position offers meaningful visibility into Avid Core's business development strategy and federal contracting operations. To Apply: Submit resumes and cover letters through this posting. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Candidates from all backgrounds are welcome to apply for our open positions and to join our bench of talented professionals. Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000, based on experience and qualifications. Overall Responsibilities: Monitor SAM.gov, GSA, Oasis+, and other agency forecasts, contract vehicles, procurement portals, and other market-intelligence sources for relevant federal opportunities Identify solicitations, requests for information, sources-sought notices, and subcontracting opportunities aligned with Avid Core's capabilities and growth strategy Review opportunity documents and summarize scope, eligibility, evaluation criteria, submission requirements, deadlines, and potential risks Maintain the company's business development pipeline, opportunity calendar, capture documentation, and related reporting Research agencies, incumbent contractors, competitors, contract vehicles, and potential teaming partners Research and monitor industry events for the management team to attend or participate in that support business development directives. Support bid/no-bid evaluations and capture-planning activities Manage proposals from initial solicitation review through final submission Develop proposal schedules, compliance matrices, outlines, writing assignments, and review plans Coordinate inputs from company leadership, subject-matter experts, consultants, subcontractors, and teaming partners Track assignments and deadlines to ensure proposals are complete, compliant, and submitted on time Draft and edit technical, management, staffing, past-performance, corporate-experience, and executive-summary content Tailor proposal responses to customer requirements, evaluation criteria, and stated agency priorities Review proposal materials for clarity, consistency, accuracy, responsiveness, and compliance Coordinate resumes, past-performance references, representations and certifications, pricing inputs, and required attachments Maintain reusable proposal content, templates, resumes, project descriptions, and other business development resources Support color-team reviews, final production, quality control, and electronic submission Review solicitations, awards, modifications, teaming agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and subcontract documents for key requirements and deadlines Maintain organized records of contracts, modifications, deliverables, reporting obligations, periods of performance, option periods, renewal dates, and required submissions Assist with representations and certifications, vendor registrations, and government contracting profiles Support communications with contracting officers, prime contractors, subcontractors, and teaming partners Help improve internal business development, proposal, and contract-management processes Other duties as assigned Qualifications/Skills: At least 3 years of experience in federal contracting, business development, proposal development, capture support, contract administration, or a related role Strong professional writing, editing, research, and proofreading skills Ability to interpret solicitations and translate complex requirements into clear action items Excellent organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and firm deadlines Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, compliant work Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and collaborative document-management tools Professional judgment and discretion when handling confidential or procurement-sensitive information Experience supporting proposals for civilian or defense agencies preferred Familiarity with SAM.gov, the Federal Acquisition Regulation, agency procurement portals, and federal contract vehicles preferred Experience developing compliance matrices and coordinating formal proposal-review cycles preferred Familiarity with small business contracting programs and socioeconomic certifications preferred Experience with proposal-management or customer-relationship-management platforms preferred Knowledge of federal contract types, teaming arrangements, subcontracting, and basic contract compliance preferred APMP, NCMA, Shipley, or related training or certification is a plus We're looking for someone who is: Proactive, detail-oriented, organized, and resourceful Able to work independently while coordinating effectively with a small, fast-moving team Comfortable managing multiple priorities, evolving requirements, and firm deadlines Skilled at synthesizing complex information into clear, persuasive, and compliant written content Collaborative and confident working with technical experts, company leadership, consultants, subcontractors, and teaming partners Committed to accurate pipeline reporting, high-quality submissions, and reliable contract support Flexible and willing to contribute across business development, proposal, and contract-management functions Education: Bachelor's degree in business, communications, English, public administration, government contracting, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance Vision, dental, and short-term and long-term disability 401K with employer match (after six months of employment) Federal and non-federal paid holidays Flexible paid time off Generous bonus program based on firm and individual performance An opportunity to learn and grow in an inclusive and supportive environment with a fun team Location: The position is based in Washington, D.C. Candidates may be expected to work a hybrid schedule with time both on-site and remote, depending on company and client requirements. This position requires comfort working in a small-business environment where priorities may evolve quickly and team members contribute across multiple functions. Occasional extended hours may be required before proposal deadlines. Candidates will be provided with a computer; however, they must have a steady internet connection and a phone. Accommodation: Avid Core is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we provide reasonable accommodation as needed. Contact [email protected] to request an accommodation to participate in the job application and/or interview process. Avid Core is an award-winning small woman-owned business headquartered in Northern Virginia with employees throughout the Washington, D.C. metro area. We provide effective professional services and communications support to public and private sector clients. Avid Core is an equal-opportunity employer and operates a drug-free workplace.