Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.

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Short Description Bowman has an opportunity for a Senior Manager, Strategy - Financial & Economic Consulting to join our team remotely. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients. Purpose Provides leadership, strategic direction, and technical oversight for the Financial & Economic Consulting division. This role’s primary focus is strategic growth, including expansion of client relationships, development of new business opportunities, and advancement of service offerings, while ensuring high-quality project delivery and staff development. Applies advanced professional judgment to guide complex analyses, advise clients, and support long-term business objectives. Responsibilities Leadership and Direction Provide strategic direction and vision for division expansion, establishing Bowman as a national leader in Financial & Economic Consulting innovation. Champion a culture of collaboration, accountability, and client-focused delivery across multidisciplinary teams. Receive broad guidance from executive leadership regarding strategic growth objectives, market priorities, and policy considerations. Translate firm and practice strategies into actionable growth plans, client initiatives, and service development efforts. Lead, mentor, and develop consultants and analysts; provide coaching, performance feedback, and career development guidance. Provide oversight and review of technical work products to ensure quality, defensibility, and consistency with industry standards. Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by delivering clear, actionable financial, economic and policy guidance. At the Operational and Company Level Own and grow assigned client relationships, with accountability for expanding scope, cross-selling services, and increasing backlog. Lead and significantly contribute to business development efforts, including opportunity identification, proposal strategy, pricing, interviews, and client presentations. Identify emerging market needs, regulatory trends, and client challenges to inform development of new or enhanced service offerings. Collaborate with Directors and firm leadership to support strategic initiatives, market positioning, and integrated service delivery. Represent the firm in client-facing, industry, and professional settings to enhance visibility and credibility. Do the Work Provide strategic oversight of financial and economic analysis. Direct and review complex analyses to ensure technical rigor, policy relevance, and alignment with client objectives. Evaluate alternative financial scenarios, assumptions, and strategies; advise clients on risks, trade-offs, and long-term implications. Lead preparation and delivery of client-ready memoranda, reports, and presentations. Present findings to executive leadership, governing boards, councils, and other key stakeholders. Ensure quality control, consistency, and risk management across project deliverables. Oversee project administration, including staffing plans, scheduling, and coordination with billing and project controls. Delegate work effectively and mentor staff to support efficient delivery, professional growth, and future leadership readiness. Success Metrics and Competencies Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners. Commitment to driving profitability and growth. Measurable growth in client relationships, backlog, and new business opportunities. High levels of client satisfaction, trust, and repeat engagements. Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development capabilities. Strategic thinking and ability to translate complex analysis into executive-level insight. Effective written and verbal communication with senior clients and internal leadership. Proactive approach to opportunity development, problem solving, and risk management. Ability to manage multiple priorities while balancing growth and delivery responsibilities. Commitment to quality, ethics, and professional standards. Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset. Commitment to becoming a “citizen” of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in economics, business administration, public administration, mathematics, statistics, or a related quantitative field required; master’s degree preferred. Ten or more (10+) years of progressively responsible experience in financial and economic consulting, utility rate studies, or public sector financial analysis. Demonstrated success in business development, client relationship management, project leadership, and staff supervision. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong expertise in Excel-based financial modeling; familiarity with specialized rate or financial modeling tools preferred. About Bowman Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow. A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed. Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $165,000 - $205,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays Tuition reimbursement and professional development support Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status. Physical Demands and Working Environment Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic. Mobility around an office environment. Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets and fax machines. Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds. Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds. Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder. #LI-BJ1 Job Description Disclaimer Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice. Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace. If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruiting@bowman.com.