Business Unit Leader

Bowman Consulting; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Bowman Consulting in Nashville, TN is seeking a Business Unit Leader to oversee strategy, budgeting, and staff. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in the land development and AEC industry, and demonstrate leadership in managing a multi-site organization.

The role requires a commitment to quality and effective team management. Bowman offers a supportive work environment with benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating a multi-site organization.
• At least five years successfully leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and direction of a business unit including strategy, budgeting, staff, and deliverables.
• Lead in developing effective systems for improving quality and cost.
• Mentor less experienced managers.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

15+ years in the land development/AEC industry

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Business Unit Leader to join our team in Nashville, TN.

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

Provide oversight and direction of a business unit including strategy, budgeting, staff, and deliverables.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Provide oversight and direction of department or business unit including strategy, budgeting, staff, and deliverables.
• Provide effective leadership and act in a manner that maintains a positive, multicultural, and productive work environment with customers, clients, co‑workers, and supervisors.
• Carry out management responsibilities including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating and appraising individual performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Mentor less experienced managers.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Work with the Regional Manager and Business Unit Operations Manager to ensure all business unit production methods and practices are consistent with internal quality standards and customer requirements.
• Lead the Business Unit in developing and implementing effective systems for improving internal and external quality, cost improvements, and on‑time delivery to meet or exceed client requirements.
• Assist with marketing the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.
• Develop and maintain leads as well as contacts within the field.
• Represent the Company in public settings.
• Market clients for future projects and convert current projects into follow‑on projects.
• Develop and bring in new projects and work opportunities; participate in or lead proposal presentations.

Do the Work

• Develop business unit priorities as they relate to requirements and communicate daily with engineering, quality, finance, human resources, production, and suppliers.
• Analyze, establish, and communicate performance standards.
• Measure performance against stated priorities.
• Control the flow of projects and labor utilization in the business unit to maximize productivity and minimize cost while achieving safety, quality, and backlog.
• In conjunction with the Business Operations Manager, review and plan for daily, weekly, and quarterly labor to meet or exceed Business Unit productivity targets.
• In conjunction with the Business Operations Manager, analyze variable labor costs, including working with management to determine required staffing levels, and support labor reallocation as required.
• Administer policies and procedures as required.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to lead and build the capabilities of a driven, bright, diverse team.
• Ability to balance the delivery of programs against the realities of a budget, utilizing project management and creative resourcefulness.
• Understanding of and demonstrated success managing within the AEC industry.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.
• Highly motivated and problem‑solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self‑reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
• Effective working relationship 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.
• Focus on improving return on investment.
• Basic understanding of financial reports and metrics.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or commensurate, relevant work experience required.
• Proven experience operating a multi‑site organization.
• Fifteen or more (15+) years in the land development / AEC industry, of which at least five years successfully leading multidisciplinary teams and/or managing a branch office.
• Intermediate to advanced use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

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.

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, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• 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 25 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 25 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 contact us. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol‑free workplace.