Jeremy Jowers, an alumnus and former member of the Marching Maroon & White Band, is currently a superintendent at Garber Construction Company heading several major projects at Alabama A&M. Jowers is deeply involved in ongoing improvements across the campus.

“We started a full remodel of the exterior and HVAC replacement at Patton Hall this fall, and it should be complete by 2026,” Jowers said. “The interior remodel of Patton begins in February. On a day-to-day basis, I manage my own smaller jobs and assist with big jobs like Patton Hall and Stephenson Hall.”

Jowers, hailing from Prichard, Alabama, came to Alabama A&M on a band scholarship. “I played the mellophone, which is the marching band version of the French horn,” he explained. “I marched for four years and was part of the Symphonic Band from 2019 to 2023.”

With a degree in construction management, Jowers will start on his master of engineering next spring at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Securing his current role shortly after graduation, Jowers has been with Garber Construction for 10 months. He credits an internship with JESCO, Inc. for hands-on experience that equipped him for his career.

“I also earned my OSHA 30 certification, which teaches us how to prevent workplace injuries, while interning,” he added.

The highlight of his job, he says, is meeting new people in the construction field and applying the skills he learned at Alabama A&M. Jowers work on campus includes the completion of Bulldog Cafe in the Welcome Center this summer and upcoming upgrades at Louis Crews Stadium.

“It feels great,” Jowers said. “I'm managing a job at Morrison Fine Arts Building, and it feels like a dream because I came here to be part of the band five years ago. Now I’m managing a job in the same building where I spent most of my time perfecting my craft.”

When asked about lessons that shaped his professional journey, Jowers emphasized time management – a skill honed both in band and construction classes.

“I thank Mr. Carlton Wright for giving me the opportunity to march in his band,” said Jowers. “The band and his leadership helped shape me into the engineer and man I am today. The long nights and early mornings were worth it. Also, the Construction Management Department, especially Dr. Mahbub Hasan, one of the main reasons I’m a successful construction manager. His many words of wisdom are truly appreciated. I truly appreciate the time and effort he invested in helping me grow both academically and personally.”