Bowman Consulting Group Ltd.

Bowman Consulting Group Ltd.

BWMNยทNASDAQ

$31.74

-0.063%
IndustrialsEngineering & Construction

Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. provides a range of real estate, energy, infrastructure, and environmental management solutions in the United States. It offers civil and site engineering services, such as conceptual land planning, environmental consulting and permitting, planning/zoning and entitlements, roadway and highway designs, erosion and sediment designs, stormwater management designs, construction administration, traffic studies, floodplain studies, and utility relocation designs; and commissioning and energy efficiency services comprise construction observation, direct systems functional performance testing, system development readiness checklist, post occupancy review, review of construction documents, deferred/seasonal functional testing, final commissioning report, and commissioning review of submittals. The company also provides construction management services, including constructability review, value engineering, budgeting and cost estimating, interagency and utility coordination, onsite observation and report evaluation, public communication and outreach, and resident engineer services, as well as bid solicitation, documentation, and preparation services; and environmental consulting services consisting of wetlands and waters of the U.S. delineations, natural resources inventories, wildlife and vegetation surveys, threatened and endangered species surveys, endangered species conservation and management, wetland creation and enhancement design, NEPA documentation, section 404/401 permitting and compliance, NPDES permitting, and phase I environmental site assessment. In addition, it offers landscape architecture, land procurement and right-of-way acquisition, structural engineering, surveying and geospatial engineering, and transportation and water resources engineering services, as well as mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services. Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. was incorporated in 1995 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia.

At a Glance

Live Snapshot
Market Cap$555.69M
EPS0.7400
P/E Ratio42.89
Earnings Date08/05/2026

Intrinsic Alpha Methodology

Thesis Lenses

Signal ยท Driver ยท Risk

Signal

High confidence

Valuation multiple is elevated (P/E 42.9).

Valuation inputs: P/E 42.9, earnings yield +2.3%, momentum -0.1%.

If multiples stay elevated while momentum fades, downside repricing risk rises.

Driver

High confidence

Return profile is soft (ROE +4.7%, ROIC +4.6%).

Profitability stack: net margin +2.5%, ROE +4.7%, ROIC +4.6%.

Quality deterioration often appears in margins before it shows up in headline EPS.

Risk

High confidence

Risk profile is balanced but has notable pressure points to monitor.

Risk factors: liabilities/assets +55.0%, momentum -0.1%, net margin +2.5%.

Higher leverage with weak momentum and thin margins can amplify drawdown severity.

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Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. Market vs Earnings Trajectory

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Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. Fair Value Envelope

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Our analysis suggests that BWMN has a fair value of HIDDEN per share in the Base Case projection. With shares currently trading at $31.74, this represents a potential HIDDEN relative to our calculated worth for Bowman Consulting Group Ltd..

Intrinsic Value
Current Price: $31.74
3Y+90.0%
5Y+693.0%
10Y+393.0%
3Y+87.0%
5Y+302.0%
10Y+331.0%
3Y+144.0%
5Y+1135.0%
10Y+701.0%
3Y+291.0%
5Y+233.0%
10Y+336.0%
3Y+304.0%
5Y+240.0%
10Y+589.0%
3Y+127.0%
5Y+811.0%
10Y+768.0%
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Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. Profit Bridge

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Revenue490.02M
Cost of Goods Sold (256.04M)
Gross Profit233.98M
Operating Expenses (215.06M)
Operating Income18.92M
Interest Expense (0.00)
Other Income/Expense-7.76M
Pretax Income11.16M
Income Tax (-1.07M)
Net Income12.23M
Net Income
12.23M

Profitability Analysis

Gross Margin

47.7%

Strong gross margins indicate healthy pricing and efficient production or service delivery.

Operating Margin

3.9%

Minimal operating profit suggests high operating costs or pricing challenges. Scalability is concerning.

Net Profit Margin

2.5%

Minimal profitability after all expenses. Limited financial flexibility for reinvestment or shareholder returns.

Effective Tax Rate

-9.6%

Below-average tax rate suggests effective tax planning, favorable jurisdictions, or tax credits.

Profitability Insight

Margin squeeze alert: Healthy gross margins but weak operating margins suggest excessive operating expenses. Cost optimization could unlock significant value.

47.75%
Gross Profit Margin
-9%
3Y-8.0%
5Y+5.0%
10Y-2.0%
3.86%
Operating Profit Margin
-923%
3Y+97.0%
5Y+152.0%
10Y+47.0%
2.50%
Net Profit Margin
280%
3Y+30.0%
5Y+208.0%
10Y+86.0%
4.68%
Return on Equity
311%
3Y+15.0%
5Y-19.0%
10Y-171.0%
2.11%
Return on Assets
281%
3Y+8.0%
5Y+36.0%
10Y-8.0%
4.58%
Return on Invested Capital
2911%
3Y+87.0%
5Y+139.0%
10Y+15.0%
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Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. Cash Conversion Engine

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Net Income12.23M
Depreciation & Amortization27.55M
Stock-Based Compensation18.75M
Change in Working Capital-61.65M
Others2.45M
Capital Expenditures-2.39M
Free Cash Flow33.43M

Cash Flow Quality Analysis

FCF Conversion Rate

273.4%

Excellent cash generation. The company converts earnings to cash at or above 100%, indicating high-quality earnings.

CapEx Intensity

6.7%

Asset-light business model. Low capital requirements leave more cash available for shareholders and growth investments.

FCF Growth Trend

+41.2%

Strong FCF growth demonstrates improving cash generation and business momentum. Positive signal for sustainability.

Working Capital Impact

-$61.65M

Significant working capital drain. Growth may be consuming cash through inventory buildup or receivables extensionโ€”monitor closely.

Cash Flow Quality Insight

Exceptional cash generation: High-quality earnings converting to growing free cash flow. The company demonstrates strong pricing power, efficient operations, and disciplined capital allocation.

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Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. Funding & Solvency Profile

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Cash & Cash Equivalents12.05M
Net Receivables135.90M
Inventory0.00
Other Current Assets74.11M
Total Current Assets222 M
Property, Plant & Equipment99.11M
Goodwill & Intangible Assets259.19M
Long-Term Investments0.00
Other Non-Current Assets3.59M
Total Non-Current Assets103 M
Total Assets
589.77M

Financial Health Analysis

Current Ratio

0.93x

Warning: Liquidity concerns. Current assets may not be sufficient to cover short-term obligations.

Debt-to-Equity Ratio

1.35x

Elevated leverage. Debt exceeds equity, which amplifies both gains and risks. Monitor debt servicing ability.

Working Capital

-15879000

Negative working capital indicates short-term liabilities exceed short-term assetsโ€”potential liquidity stress.

Asset Composition

38% Current

Capital-intensive business with significant long-term investments in property, equipment, or intangibles.

Financial Health Insight

Negative working capital with limited cash reserves requires immediate attentionโ€”potential liquidity crisis if not addressed promptly.

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Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that BWMN stock may rise significantly over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 58.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 58.00 to a high of 58.00.

Lowest Target
58.00
82.73%
Consensus Target
58.00
82.73%
Highest Target
58.00
82.73%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 58.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 58.00 to a high of 58.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

+82.7%

Substantial upside potential. Analysts see significant value gap, suggesting the stock may be materially undervalued at current levels.

Analyst Agreement

0.0% spread

High analyst agreement. Narrow target range indicates strong consensus on valuation, suggesting clear investment thesis and predictable outlook.

Analyst Conviction

Very High

Strong buy conviction: High upside with tight consensus suggests compelling investment opportunity backed by analyst confidence.

Market Sentiment Insight

Rare opportunity: Exceptional upside potential with strong analyst consensus creates a compelling setup. The combination of significant price target premium and tight agreement suggests high-conviction undervaluation that may attract institutional capital.

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Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $1.36M worth of BWMN shares, with no buying activity reported.

3 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

8.7K

271.36K

Net Activity

-271K

-$271K

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

22.5K

774.30K

Net Activity

-774K

-$774K

6-9 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

7.5K

317.00K

Net Activity

-317K

-$317K

9-12 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+0

+$0

Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

1
BG

Bowman Gary

Director, 10 Percent Owner, Officer: Chief Executive Officer

37.5K sharesโ€ข5 transactions

$1.32M

2
VRJ

Vicks Raymond Jr.

Director

1.2K sharesโ€ข1 transactions

$41K

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bearish

Strong bearish signal with $1.36M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.

Buy/Sell Ratio

0.00:1

Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.

Recent Trend (3 Months)

$271K

Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchasesโ€”may warrant investigation into company developments.

Insider Participation

High Selling

2 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.

Insider Activity Insight

Persistent selling pressure: Consistent insider selling with weak buy/sell ratio suggests insiders may be capitalizing on current valuation. Exercise caution and review recent earnings quality and management commentary.

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bwmn Dividend History

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10Y CAGR +0%
Latest $0
Annual $0
Stable dividend payments
Last Period: +0%