Program Manager - Dry Utilities

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Program Manager, Dry Utilities to join our team in the DC region.  

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

Oversees the planning, design, coordination, and delivery of dry utility infrastructure projects—including power, telecommunications, gas, and broadband systems—for residential, commercial, mixed-use development and infrastructure projects. This role provides technical direction, manages project teams, ensures compliance with regulatory and utility-provider standards, and acts as a primary liaison between Bowman, clients, and utility companies to advance project milestones and approvals.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and technical oversight in navigating utility companies and regulatory processes to the dry utility teams.
• Assign workloads, balance priorities, and ensure staff have clarity on expectations and deadlines.
• Mentor, coach, and support junior and mid-level team members to enhance technical skills and professional growth.
• Lead team discussions and meetings and foster cross-discipline collaboration to represent the dry utilities design and construction requirements.
• Model a culture of accountability, communication, and proactive problem-solving.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Manage dry utility project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure efficient execution.
• Oversee the development of utility plans, composite layouts, trench sections, load letters, and coordination exhibits.
• Coordinate with electric, gas, telecom, and fiber providers to obtain service letters, design approvals, and construction requirements.
• Identify project risks, resolve design conflicts, and help the team navigate utility-provider standards or changing requirements.
• Communicate project status, risks, and key updates to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Support proposal development, including writing scopes, preparing cost estimates, and assisting with project pursuits.

Do the Work

• Perform and review technical dry utility design tasks, including layout development, calculations, cost estimating, and constructability assessments.
• Preparations and revisioins to utility plans, CAD files, and project documentation consistent with utility-provider standards and Bowman quality expectations.
• Conduct due-diligence reviews and feasibility assessments for proposed power, telecom, and gas service needs.
• Lead coordination efforts with utility companies, municipalities, and regulatory agencies to advance project milestones.
• Provide hands-on problem-solving during design and construction phases, addressing utility conflicts, routing challenges, and field conditions.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of the local electric, telecommunication and gas companies General Terms & Conditions for Providing Utility Services and Service Policy.
• Flexibility, tact, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.
• High level of motivation and a problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work and attention to detail.
• Aspiration to grow professionally and advance within the company.
• Ability to lead project meetings and deliver client presentations.
• Ability to work effectively with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Commitment to becoming a “citizen” of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Outstanding client management skills.
• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
• Ability to be a self-starter with strong marketing/business development skills.
• Focus on improving return on investment.
• Understanding and accurate interpretation of financial reports and metrics.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.
• A thorough understanding of business and financial principles in a consulting business.
• A thorough understanding of municipal codes and regulations.
• A proven track record of innovation, leadership and creativity.
• Strong demonstration of project management and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and team up with stakeholders across the organization to successfully facilitate the execution of proposals, contracts, and other agreements.
• Proficient technical and computer skills, to include successfully conducting virtual meetings with staff and/or clients.
• Proven marketing and business development skills.
• Ability to collaborate and team well across offices and be able to facilitate agreements.
• Demonstrated technical experience with a wide range of dry utility projects and experience serving clients.
• Demonstrated experience with processing dry utility development projects in relevant counties/municipalities.
• Ability to lead and develop a dry utility services and project management team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Licensed Professional Engineer, preferred, not required.
• Ten or more (10+) years of engineering or related dry utility development experience to include a minimum of five (5) years managing multiple complex large scale dry utility development projects (commercial, residential, municipal).
• Experience with water/wastewater systems, water treatment, water distribution, pump stations and operations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications and engineering design software such as AutoCAD and Microstation and/or Civil3D or similar design software required.

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 $150,000 - $180,000 per year 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 exposure to bright/dim light, noise, fumes,
• odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Some outdoor work environment which may include exposure to outside weather conditions, varying
• temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling
• and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing
• cabinets and fax machines.
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be
• required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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 [email protected].