Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. - BWMN STOCK NEWS

Bowman Consulting Group (NASDAQ: BWMN) has installed and activated its first company-owned, stand-alone electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at its Burlington, VT-area office. The two ChargePoint stations are now available for public, client, corporate fleet, and employee use. This installation is part of Bowman's strategic initiative to expand its sustainability-focused services and reduce its environmental impact.

The project utilized funding from the State of Vermont Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Grant Program. It was initiated by Trudell Consulting Engineers, which Bowman acquired in January 2024. Over the past two years, Bowman has been introducing electric vehicles to its national fleet. This installation marks a significant step in Bowman's commitment to sustainability and environmental services.

Bowman Consulting Group (NASDAQ: BWMN) has acquired FCS Group, a professional services firm specializing in utility rate and fee advisory services, utility management, and infrastructure funding consulting. FCS, based in Redmond, Washington, has a 35-member team and has completed over 4,000 engagements for more than 650 public and quasi-public clients since 1988.

The acquisition is expected to:

• Expand Bowman's reach in utility, government, and sustainability markets
• Accelerate penetration of utility and renewables markets
• Broaden services for existing utility and energy transition clients
• Contribute an annualized net service billing run rate of approximately $7.0 million
• Be immediately accretive

The deal was financed through a combination of cash, seller notes, and equity, falling within previously discussed target multiples and operating metric ranges.

Bowman Consulting Group (NASDAQ: BWMN) has announced the dates for its second quarter 2024 earnings release and webcast. The company will release its financial results after the U.S. financial markets close on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. A webcast to discuss the results will be held at 9:00 a.m. ET on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. The webcast will be hosted by Chairman and CEO Gary Bowman and CFO Bruce Labovitz. Investors can attend the live webcast on the Bowman Investor Relations site at investors.bowman.com. A replay of the webcast will also be available on the website following the event.

Bowman Consulting Group (NASDAQ: BWMN) announced the acquisition of Element Engineering, a water and wastewater engineering firm based in Lakewood, Colorado. Element specializes in serving rural communities and municipal clients in the Rocky Mountain West and Midwest. This acquisition aims to enhance Bowman's water-wastewater practice and expand its presence in Colorado. The deal, financed through cash, seller notes, and equity, is expected to add approximately $4.0 million in annualized net service billing and be immediately accretive. Both companies anticipate leveraging each other's resources and relationships for mutual growth.

Bowman Consulting, a national engineering firm, announced key executive promotions and a four-year contract renewal for CFO Bruce Labovitz. Michael Bruen, previously COO, has been promoted to President, while Dan Swayze, EVP and Division Manager, steps into the COO role. Bruen will oversee strategic planning and business development, leveraging over 25 years with Bowman. Swayze, who joined in 2022, will manage all professional services operations. Labovitz's new contract ensures his continued leadership through June 2028, emphasizing his role in Bowman's IPO and multiple acquisitions, which have added significant revenue and market capitalization. The changes aim to enhance leadership stability and advance strategic initiatives.

Bowman Consulting Group (NASDAQ: BWMN), a national engineering services firm, has been awarded a $1.65 million contract by the State of Oregon to provide high-resolution digital imagery for the entire state. Utilizing the capabilities from its recent acquisition of Surdex, Bowman will produce 30 cm resolution natural color and false color infrared orthorectified imagery covering approximately 98,400 square miles. This project aims to support various state agencies in areas such as disaster planning, climate change adaptability, emergency response, and land use planning. This marks Bowman's first major contract in the Pacific Northwest, highlighting the synergies from its recent acquisition.

Bowman Consulting Group's CFO, Bruce Labovitz, has been honored as Public Company CFO of the Year by the Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC). This award highlights Labovitz's exceptional leadership and contributions to both Bowman and the tech community in the National Capital Region. The award ceremony took place during NVTC's 28th annual Technology CFO Awards gala. Labovitz, who joined Bowman in 2013, played a important role in the company's successful IPO in May 2021. Gary Bowman, CEO, praised Labovitz for his dedication, expertise, and strategic vision, attributing much of Bowman’s growth to his financial leadership.

Bowman Consulting Group has been awarded a contract by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) to provide engineering and oversight services for a pedestrian and bicycle grade separation project at ASU Tempe campus. Bowman will lead the project in collaboration with Jacobs and SmithGroup, focusing on utility relocation, public art integration, and cost estimates. The project aims to connect Downtown Tempe, the Tempe Transportation Center, and ASU's sporting venues to the campus center. This is Bowman's first major contract with ADOT, marking its strategic expansion into the Western U.S. public works and transportation markets. Construction is expected to start in late 2025.

Bowman Consulting Group announced the addition of Vijay Agrawal as the Executive Vice President of the National Ports & Harbors Practice. Agrawal brings 25 years of experience in the ports industry and will lead the company's efforts in expanding its marine engineering capabilities. With a focus on technology-driven solutions and efficiency-oriented strategies, Agrawal aims to enhance Bowman's relationships with port and harbor owners, maritime authorities, and shipping line operators.