Founded in 1970, W. E. Bowman provides complete construction services from large-scale commercial construction, historical restoration, public contracting and design-build, to mid-size and smaller-scale additions, renovations and lifestyle-enhancing projects.

Our philosophy is simple: We help our communities become better places to live, work and enjoy life by offering exceptional professionalism and craftsmanship during every stage of our work, by reliably delivering on our promises, by being willing and able to embrace innovation and, most importantly, by building trust with our clients.

Let W. E. Bowman Construction bring your vision to life.

W. Edwards Bowman Jr., LEED AP

President

Education
  • Virginia Commonwealth University
    • BS - Business Administration and Management
      MBA - Master of Business Administration
Professional Affiliations

Associated General Contractors of Virginia
Vice President of the Richmond District Executive Committee

Associated General Contractors of America
CEO Roundtable, Member

American Society of Professional Estimators
Member

Design-Build Institute of America
Member

Business Recognition Under Ed Bowman's Leadership

Chrysalis Award for Building Excellence

Named one of Richmond's "Rising 25" Businesses
Richmond Times-Dispatch

Commonwealth of Virginia Design/Build Construction Management Review Board
Gubernatorial Appointee

Certifications

1st Aid/CPR
OSHA 10
Focus 4
US Army Corps of Engineers Contractor Quality Management
VA - RLD
LEED-AP

After "growing up in the construction industry," Ed Bowman took the helm of the company his father founded and expanded its services in commercial and public work as well as the further development of its trademark renovation expertise.

As the company continues to grow under his management, Ed's commitment to personalized client relationships and professional ethics never waivers. He is dedicated to maintaining the family business team atmosphere that he and his family helped create and nurture.

Ed's "hands on" approach to the work means that he is active in all aspects of the company's operations from developing new business to mentoring staff and colleagues.

 

Charles R. Edwards Jr., LEED AP

Vice President

Sample Experience as Architect and Project Manager
  • Quantico MCB
    Russell Road Secure Entrance to base
  • Virginia Tech
    Swine Research Laboratory
  • Dunkin' Donuts/Shell Oil Company
    Design/build new restaurant and store
Education
  • University of Virginia
    • BS Architecture
Certifications

1st Aid/CPR
OSHA 10
Focus 4
US Army Corps of Engineers Contractor Quality Management
LEED-AP

Chip Edwards has more than a decade of architectural and construction experience as designer, project architect, project manager, owner's representative and engineering liaison. His skills are comprehensive and include design, project management and site planning.

Chip's experience is unique in that he brings "both sides" of the construction process to the table. From schematic design to finishing a punch list, he provides a thorough knowledge of project delivery to every client's job.

 

Brendan T. Fagan

Vice President

Sample Experience as Project Manager
  • VCU Human Resources
    Design/build renovation of a medical facility into office space
  • Eck Enterprises
    Build ten new townhomes, renovate nine existing homes
  • HCA Health Services of VA/Henrico Doctors' Hospitals
    Build 10,000 sf Children's Choice Learning Center
Education
  • Radford University
    • BS Political Science
Certifications

1st Aid/CPR
OSHA 10
Focus 4
Associated General Contractors' Supervisor Training Program

Brendan Fagan began his construction career as assistant project superintendent at W. E. Bowman. This role not only prepared him for project management and supervision, but also helped him gain the respect of his peers, suppliers and subcontractors.

Today, as Senior Project Manager, Brendan oversees jobs and serves as the point of contact for many W. E. Bowman projects. He also serves as Safety Manager.

 

Jerry Carter

Project Manager

Sample Experience as Architect and Project Manager
  • Quantico MCB
    Russell Road Secure Entrance to base
  • Virginia Tech
    Swine Research Laboratory
  • Petersburg Home for Ladies
    Various Medical Facility Projects
Education
  • Virginia Tech
    • B.S. Horticulture/Landscape Design, Magna Cum Laude
  • Kinman Institute
    • Design/Build Workshop
  • Mike Lin Graphic Design
    • Workshop
Professional Affiliations

Virginia Native Plant Society
member

International Society of Arboricultur
Certified Member

Virginia Society of Landscape Designers
Certified Member

Virginia Nursery and Landscape Association
Certified Member
  Certification Committee 1997-1998
  Chairman, Certification Committee 1999-2005

Central Virginia Nursery & Landscape Association
Member

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities
Member

Certifications

Advanced Certified Horticulturist #0001 (Virginia Nursery and Landscape Association)

Certified Arborist #MA-4836A (International Society of Arboriculture)

Certified Landscape Designer (Virginia Society of Landscape Designers)

Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Planner: Combined Administrator #795 (State of VA) 

Commonwealth of Virginia Building Contractor #2705088768

US Army Corps of Engineers Contractor Quality Management

OSHA 10

Jerry Carter applies more than fifteen years of professional experience to Bowman's commercial and residential projects including new construction, additions and historic restorations.  His work includes consultations with corporate, government, civic, and religious organizations as a landscape expert and assisting with LEED and EarthCraft certification.

Jerry's experience in larger scale construction allows successful design and oversight of more complex projects.