Early Career Program Manager - Remote, VA

Short Description:

Bowman has an opportunity for an Early Career Program Manager to join our team remotely in Virgina.

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.

Overview:

Lead and execute Bowman’s Early Career Program, which includes internship, co-op, and entry-level talent initiatives. Drive early talent strategies through impactful branding, event planning, intern programming, ambassador training, digital outreach, and high-touch candidate engagement.

Responsibilities:

Leadership and Direction

• Report to and receive strategic direction and guidance from the Senior Director of Talent Acquisition.
• Partner closely with the Business Leaders to align early career strategies with company-wide hiring goals, brand positioning, and workforce planning needs.
• Operate with a high level of independence and accountability in managing and evolving Bowman’s early career programs.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Design and implement scalable and inclusive early career talent programs aligned with Bowman’s workforce needs and long-term hiring strategy.
• Collaborate with internal teams (HR, Operations, Marketing, etc.) to build and promote Bowman’s early career employment brand and value proposition.
• Serve as a cross-functional partner to align early talent strategy with business priorities and workforce planning.

Do the Work

• Develop, enhance, and manage Bowman’s internship, co-op, and entry-level programs from end to end.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to forecast intern and co-op hiring needs, and coordinate full-cycle recruiting from requisition to onboarding.
• Oversee the intern and co-op experience, including onboarding, learning opportunities, networking events, mentorship, and performance feedback.
• Organize and manage early talent recruiting events, including university career fairs, virtual sessions, hackathons, and student organization partnerships.
• Build and lead the Early Career Ambassador Program: recruit, train, and empower employees to represent Bowman at events and promote opportunities.
• Partner with Marketing to create engaging early career branding content (e.g., videos, social posts, job spotlights) and ensure strong digital presence.
• Establish and maintain pipelines with diverse colleges, universities, and professional organizations to attract underrepresented talent.
• Track and report program KPIs such as candidate quality, offer acceptance rate, intern conversion, diversity outcomes, and source effectiveness.
• Prepare and manage the early career program budget, including event logistics, swag, travel, training sessions, and candidate experience initiatives.
• Leverage tools like CRMs, ATS (UKG/iCIMS), and engagement platforms to drive efficiency and visibility across recruiting and program operations.
• Ensure recruiting practices align with compliance standards including OFCCP, EEO, and internal hiring policies.
• Promote a culture of belonging and professional growth for early career professionals across the firm.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the evolving needs of the business and talent acquisition function.

Success Metrics and Competencies:

• Effective communicator across all levels of the organization and with external partners.
• Strategic thinker with strong project and event management skills.
• Detail-oriented, self-starter with a proactive approach to execution.
• Commitment to exceptional candidate and employee experiences.
• Marketing mindset with ability to create and promote brand messaging.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting data and program effectiveness.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Commitment to becoming a “citizen” of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
• Flexible, collaborative, and adaptable in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in human resources, communications, business administration, or related field.
• Five or more (5+) years of experience in Talent Acquisition, including ownership of early career, internship/co-op, or university recruiting programs.
• Experience designing and managing intern/co-op conversion pipelines and early talent engagement strategies.
• Background in the AEC industry is a plus.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (e.g., UKG, iCIMS), CRMs, and virtual engagement/event tools.
• Strong MS Office and project management skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% during peak event seasons (Fall/Spring).
• Familiarity with OFCCP and EEO recruitment compliance standards.

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.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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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.

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] .