Senior Federal Capture Manager
C5MI is not your typical consulting firm. We are a high-performance team of SAP and supply chain experts who solve complex, mission critical challenges for organizations that cannot afford failure.
We hire consultants who thrive in complexity, move fast, take ownership, and deliver under pressure. At C5MI, you will not be siloed or stuck in theory. You will be hands on, client facing, and directly influencing outcomes that matter.
Our culture rewards initiative, accountability, and continuous growth. This is a place where your expertise is valued, your work is meaningful, and your performance truly matters. If you’re energized by learning through real-world challenges, collaborating with top-tier talent, and expanding your capabilities every day, C5MI is where strong consultants level up.
Note: We are looking for someone to come into our Reston, VA location on an as needed basis.
Position Summary:
C5MI is seeking a Senior Capture Manager to lead strategic federal and defense pursuits from qualification through award. This role drives win strategy, competitive positioning, and proposal readiness to increase probability of award and fuel growth.
The Senior Capture Manager partners closely with business development, delivery leaders, technical SMEs, and executives to shape opportunities and develop compelling, differentiated capture strategies. This position requires strong leadership, disciplined capture management, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, highly-visible environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end capture efforts for $10M+ federal opportunities
- Develop and execute differentiated win strategies
- Conduct competitive analysis, client assessments, and price-to-win evaluations
- Shape solution strategy with BD and technical leaders
- Build high-performing teaming strategies
- Lead gate reviews and executive briefings
- Ensure alignment between capture strategy and proposal execution
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 5+ years of federal capture experience (DoD or FedCiv)
- Proven success supporting $10M+ pursuits
- Strong FAR/DFARS knowledge and understanding of federal vehicles (IDIQs, BPAs, GWACs, OTAs)
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments
- U.S. Citizenship (clearance eligible)
Compensation:
In accordance with pay transparency law, the expected salary range for this position is $189,675 – $237,000 annually. The actual compensation offered will be determined based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This posted range reflects our good faith estimate of the compensation we reasonably expect to offer for this role at the time of posting.
We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 04/15/2026.
Benefits:
C5MI offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here: C5MI Benefits
Our employees are key to our success, so we strive to be more than just a team; we’re a community built upon a set of Core Values that guide our every action:
- Challenge – We believe in challenging the present – it’s the only way to shape the future. We must be exceptional communicators and collaborators while always learning. We also understand that speaking your mind requires equal parts brain (what to say), thoughtfulness (when to say it), and caring (how it’s said). Incremental won’t win.
- Have Fun – We are on a journey, together. Take care of your family, take care of yourself, and take care of each other. Live your happiness. Stay human, take care of each other and invest in your community. Life isn’t all about work. Live your happiness. Be healthy.
- All In – You can’t fake passion – show your energy. Own it – take charge and lead. Our team is made up of top quartile talent and we never accept second best. Accountability, trust, and integrity create an environment to realize the team’s true potential.
- Never Forget the Customer – We have walked a mile in your shoes. Experience matters. We drive innovation to generate business value. Be true – no BS.
- GSD (Get Stuff Done) – We take initiative and never make excuses. We act with urgency, and we delivery high quality outcomes with extreme velocity. We embrace process discipline, drive continuous improvement, and stay audit ready. We relentlessly execute and plan for tomorrow by creating sustainable outcomes. That is how we win!
- Empower – Our people are the foundation for our success. We recognize their value, and support them by fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. We recognize individual strengths, build confidence through action, and invest in personal development.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, use the application link provided in this job posting and complete the application and submit a resume. If the position requires a specific certification, please be sure to upload a copy of your certification when you apply.
If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with C5MI and have accommodation needs such as for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 (904) 431-7922 or send us an email here or speak with your recruiter.
C5MI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
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