Business Development Manager

Overview

Manhattan Strategy Group (MSG), a rapidly growing management consulting firm, is seeking a Business Development Manager to help drive MSG’s growth by leading opportunity identification, capture support, and BD operations in a highly dynamic environment. MSG provides consulting services across the federal government in the areas of training and technical assistance, research and evaluation, marketing and communications, program management, and information technology.

Our federal clients include the U.S. Departments of Education, Health and Human Services, Agriculture, Labor, Justice, Homeland Security, and the National Science Foundation. We offer our team members a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and a competitive benefits package. This position is onsite at our Bethesda, Maryland office.

• Business Development Leadership:
  Manage and support MSG’s business development lifecycle, from opportunity identification to proposal readiness.
• Develop a deep understanding of MSG’s service lines, markets, client priorities, and differentiators.
• Help shape BD strategy by identifying trends, assessing market movements, and informing leadership of emerging opportunities.
• Pipeline & Opportunity Management:
  Lead the management and continuous improvement of MSG’s BD pipeline to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Oversee research and tracking of federal opportunities using systems such as Deltek Gov Win, SAM.gov, Grants.gov, FPDS, agency forecasts, and internal tools.
• Ensure timely communication to BD and program teams regarding solicitation releases, amendments, Q&As, extensions, and cancellations.
• Capture & Knowledge Management:
  Strengthen MSG’s knowledge management processes, including file organization, SME databases, capture documentation, and historical proposal intelligence.
• Support capture planning activities by gathering background information, reviewing competition landscapes, and identifying teaming opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance BD tools, templates, and processes (e.g., Smartsheet dashboards, Excel trackers).
• Operational & Project Support:
  Prepare, deliver, and present BD activity reports and insights to leadership.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings, including developing agendas, producing materials, capturing meeting minutes, and ensuring action items are completed.
• Demonstrate strong professional communication skills across a range of audiences and contexts.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint.
• Five plus years of progressive experience in business development, ideally within federal contracting or management consulting.
• Experience conducting research, synthesizing information, and supporting capture and proposal efforts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and persuasively.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Manhattan Strategy Group (MSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring decisions are based solely on merit and qualifications, ensuring a fair and competitive selection process.