Bowman Adds Sharif Abou-Sabh, PE, to Expand National Transportation Program Management Initiative

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Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (BWMN) announces the addition of Sharif Abou-Sabh, PE, as senior vice president and director of the Company’s expanding national transportation program management practice. Mr. Abou-Sabh will focus on securing large-scale program management assignments from state transportation authorities, primarily funded under the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act (IIJA). His experience managing multi-billion-dollar projects will qualify Bowman as a program management candidate for large-scale IIJA funded programs. Sharif's addition is expected to increase Bowman's reach within the transportation infrastructure community.

RESTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. (the “Company” or “Bowman”) (NASDAQ: BWMN), a national engineering services firm delivering infrastructure solutions to customers who own, develop and maintain the built environment, is pleased to announce the addition of Sharif Abou-Sabh, PE, as senior vice president and director of the Company’s expanding national transportation program management practice.

Consistent with his prior experience, Mr. Abou-Sabh will focus on securing large-scale program management assignments from state transportation authorities, principally in connection with funding substantially provided under the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act (IIJA).

Nationally recognized for his ability to build client relationships and manage billion-dollar projects, Mr. Abou-Sabh will play a pivotal role in advancing and expanding Bowman’s transportation practice nationwide. Over the course of his distinguished career, Mr. Abou-Sabh has managed large-scale transportation projects for operators of highway, rail, airport and transit systems throughout the United States.

“Sharif’s joining Bowman is a huge win for us and will no doubt increase our reach within the community of transportation infrastructure owners and operators,” said Mike Hannemann, senior vice president of transportation engineering at Bowman. “His reputation is unparalleled in the realm of transportation program management. His experience managing multi-billion-dollar projects will immediately qualify Bowman as a program management candidate for large scale IIJA funded programs where large transportation authorities in need of qualified engineering management assistance in the overall management of these mega projects. We could not have found a more impactful addition for the long-term growth of our transportation practice.”

Most recently, Sharif directed the program management operation for phase II of the Valley Transportation Authority’s $12.1 billion BART Silicon Valley project, which includes a 5-mile, 55 ft diameter tunnel under downtown San Jose, California.

“I’ve known and respected Bowman and their transportation leadership for many years,” said Sharif. “Bowman’s strong culture and commitment to growing their transportation practice through program management along with their capacity to deliver on assignments is what drew me to the company. I am eager to leverage my experience to advance our transportation initiatives and solidify Bowman's reputation as an industry leader in delivering impactful program management services to large transportation authorities.”

About Bowman Consulting Group Ltd.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Bowman is a national engineering services firm delivering infrastructure solutions to customers who own, develop and maintain the built environment. With over 2,000 employees in 90 locations throughout the United States, Bowman provides a variety of planning, engineering, geospatial, construction management, commissioning, environmental consulting, land procurement and other technical services to customers operating in a diverse set of regulated end markets. Bowman trades on the Nasdaq under the symbol BWMN. For more information, visit bowman.com or investors.bowman.com.

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Christina Nichols

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Source: Bowman Consulting

FAQ

Who is the new senior vice president and director of Bowman Consulting Group Ltd.?

Sharif Abou-Sabh, PE, is the new senior vice president and director of Bowman Consulting Group Ltd.

What will Sharif Abou-Sabh focus on in his new role?

Sharif Abou-Sabh will focus on securing large-scale program management assignments from state transportation authorities, primarily funded under the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act (IIJA).

What recent project did Sharif Abou-Sabh manage?

Sharif Abou-Sabh directed the program management operation for phase II of the Valley Transportation Authority’s $12.1 billion BART Silicon Valley project.

What is the significance of Sharif Abou-Sabh's addition to Bowman Consulting Group Ltd.?

Sharif's addition is expected to increase Bowman's reach within the transportation infrastructure community and qualify the company as a program management candidate for large-scale IIJA funded programs.