Everus Reports Third Quarter Results, Raises Guidance for 2025

BISMARCK, N.D.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Everus Construction Group (NYSE: ECG) today reported financial results for third quarter 2025.

Third Quarter 2025 Summary

(all comparisons versus the prior-year period unless otherwise noted, and results denoted with * are quarterly records)

• Revenues of $986.8 million*, up 29.7%.
• Net income of $57.0 million*, up 36.4%; net income margin of 5.8%.
• Diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.11*, up 35.4%.
• Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) of $89.0 million*, up 36.9%; EBITDA margin of 9.0%.
• Backlog of $2.95 billion, up 6.0% from Dec. 31, 2024, and up 2.1% from Sept. 30, 2024.
• Raises estimated full-year guidance for 2025: Revenues expected to be in the range of $3.55 billion to $3.65 billion and EBITDA expected to be in the range of $290 million to $300 million.

See the Non-GAAP Measures sections for definitions and reconciliations of the non-GAAP financial measures used in this news release.

Management Commentary

“We maintained strong business momentum through the third quarter, delivering record revenue and EBITDA driven by excellent project execution and robust opportunities across our core end markets,” said Jeffrey S. Thiede, president and CEO of Everus. “Revenues increased 30%, with margin expansion in both our E&M and T&D segments, resulting in 37% EBITDA growth. Our E&M segment increased revenue by 43% and EBITDA by 64%, supported by continued strength in the data center submarket.

“Backlog at Sept. 30 rose 2% year over year while we continued to deliver impressive revenue growth during the quarter. Bidding activity remains healthy, particularly across our commercial, industrial and utility markets, and we are confident in our ability to continue to win projects through our competitive advantages, longstanding customer relationships and favorable market tailwinds.

“Our solid financial position, with net leverage of 0.5 times and nearly $340 million of available liquidity, reflects our disciplined financial strategy and strong operational results. We have ample financial flexibility for organic growth initiatives and strategic acquisitions that support our long-term growth objectives.

“Thanks to the continued hard work and determination of our team members across the country who are safely Building America’s Future, and with our elevated backlog and sustained business momentum, we expect a strong close to the year. We are raising our 2025 guidance and now expect revenues in the range of $3.55 billion to $3.65 billion and EBITDA of $290 million to $300 million. We are excited about the opportunities ahead and expect ongoing momentum into 2026 as we continue to execute on our 4EVER strategic priorities, with a focus on providing long-term value to our shareholders.”

Third Quarter 2025 Consolidated Results

Revenues increased 29.7% to $986.8 million in the third quarter of 2025, compared to $761.0 million in the third quarter of 2024. Electrical and mechanical (E&M) revenues grew $230.4 million, or 42.9%, partially offset by a slight decline in transmission and distribution (T&D) revenues of $5.1 million, or 2.2%.

Gross profit increased 38.2% to $124.2 million in the third quarter of 2025, compared to $89.9 million in the third quarter of 2024. The increase was primarily from revenue growth and gross margin improvement due to project timing and efficiency gains on certain projects, partially offset by changes in project mix. Gross margin was 12.6% in the third quarter of 2025, up compared to 11.8% in the third quarter of 2024.

Selling, general and administrative expenses increased to $51.8 million in the third quarter of 2025, compared to $36.2 million in the third quarter of 2024. The increase was primarily from higher labor expenses, including incremental stand-alone operating costs, to support the operational growth of the business, along with higher general and corporate overhead expenses.

Net income increased 36.4% to $57.0 million, or diluted EPS of $1.11, in the third quarter of 2025, compared to $41.8 million, or diluted EPS of 82 cents, in the third quarter of 2024. The increase was primarily from increased gross profit and income from joint ventures, partially offset by higher selling, general and administrative expenses and higher income taxes on greater pretax income. Net income margin was 5.8% in the third quarter of 2025, up compared to 5.5% in the third quarter of 2024.

EBITDA increased 36.9% to $89.0 million in the third quarter of 2025, compared to $65.0 million in the third quarter of 2024. The increase was primarily from higher gross profit and income from joint ventures, partially offset by higher selling, general and administrative expenses. EBITDA margin was 9.0%, up compared to 8.5% in the third quarter of 2024.

Backlog increased to $2.95 billion as of Sept. 30, 2025, up 6.0% compared to $2.78 billion as of Dec. 31, 2024, and up 2.1% compared to $2.88 billion as of Sept. 30, 2024.

Third Quarter 2025 Segment Results

Electrical and Mechanical

E&M segment revenues increased 42.9% to $767.3 million in the third quarter of 2025, compared to $536.9 million in the third quarter of 2024. The increase was primarily driven by higher workloads in the commercial and renewables end markets, particularly continued growth in the data center submarket.

E&M segment net income increased 73.1% to $50.9 million in the third quarter of 2025, compared to $29.4 million in the third quarter of 2024. E&M segment net income margin was 6.6%, up compared to 5.5% in the third quarter of 2024.

E&M segment EBITDA increased 64.0% to $66.9 million in the third quarter of 2025, compared to $40.8 million in the third quarter of 2024. The increase was driven by revenue growth and gross margin improvement due to project timing and efficiency gains on certain projects, along with income from joint ventures, partially offset by changes in project mix and higher selling, general and administrative expenses, particularly labor. E&M segment EBITDA margin was 8.7%, up compared to 7.6% in the third quarter of 2024.

E&M backlog increased to $2.57 billion as of Sept. 30, 2025, up 2.5% compared to $2.51 billion as of Dec. 31, 2024, and consistent with $2.57 billion as of Sept. 30, 2024.

Transmission and Distribution

T&D segment revenues decreased 2.2% to $223.4 million in the third quarter of 2025, compared to $228.5 million in the third quarter of 2024. Increased workloads in the transportation end market were offset by a slight decline in utility end-market revenues.

T&D segment net income increased 9.7% to $20.3 million in the third quarter of 2025, compared to $18.5 million in the third quarter of 2024. T&D segment net income margin was 9.1%, up compared to 8.1% in the third quarter of 2024.

T&D segment EBITDA increased 11.2% to $33.8 million in the third quarter of 2025, compared to $30.4 million in the third quarter of 2024. The increase was primarily from higher gross profit due to gross margin expansion from solid project execution and project mix. T&D segment EBITDA margin was 15.1%, up compared to 13.3% in the third quarter of 2024.

T&D backlog increased to $375.8 million as of Sept. 30, 2025, up 37.4% compared to $273.6 million as of Dec. 31, 2024, and up 18.6% compared to $316.9 million as of Sept. 30, 2024.

Nine Months Ended September 30, 2025, Consolidated Results

Revenues increased 30.9% to $2.73 billion for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2025, compared to $2.09 billion for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2024. E&M revenues rose $647.4 million, or 43.7%, offset by a modest decline in T&D revenues of $3.0 million, or 0.5%.

Gross profit increased 32.9% to $336.6 million for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2025, compared to $253.2 million for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2024. The increase was primarily from revenue growth and gross margin improvement due to project timing and efficiency gains on certain projects, partially offset by changes in project mix. Gross margin was 12.3% for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2025, up compared to 12.1% for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2024.

Selling, general and administrative expenses increased to $140.7 million for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2025, compared to $109.3 million for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2024. The increase was primarily driven by higher labor and professional service-related expenses, including incremental stand-alone operating costs, to support the operational growth of the business, along with higher general and corporate overhead expenses.

Net income increased 34.4% to $146.5 million, or diluted EPS of $2.87, for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2025, compared to $109.0 million, or diluted EPS of $2.14, for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2024. The increase was primarily from increased gross profit and income from joint ventures, partially offset by higher selling, general and administrative expenses and higher income taxes on greater pretax income. Net income margin was 5.4% for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2025, up compared to 5.2% for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2024.

The company’s EBITDA increased 35.1% to $235.0 million for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2025, compared to $173.9 million for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2024. The increase was primarily from increased gross profit and income from joint ventures, partially offset by higher selling, general and administrative expenses. EBITDA margin was 8.6% for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2025, up compared to 8.3% for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2024.

Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Commentary

Balance Sheet

As of Sept. 30, 2025, the company had $129.9 million of unrestricted cash and cash equivalents and $288.7 million of gross debt, compared to $69.9 million and $300.0 million, respectively, as of Dec. 31, 2024.

As of Sept. 30, 2025 and Dec. 31, 2024, the company had $207.4 million and $209.4 million available under the revolving credit facility, respectively, net of $17.6 million and $15.6 million of outstanding standby letters of credit, respectively.

Net leverage, defined as net debt-to-trailing 12-month EBITDA, was 0.5x as of Sept. 30, 2025, compared to 1.0x as of Dec. 31, 2024.

Working capital, defined as current assets minus current liabilities, was $523.5 million as of Sept. 30, 2025, compared to $403.9 million as of Dec. 31, 2024. The working capital changes were primarily driven by project timing, workload activity and billing fluctuations, with increased cash, receivables and contract assets, partially offset by increased accounts payable, net contract liabilities and accrued compensation.

Cash Flow

Operating cash flows were $108.6 million for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2025, compared to $82.7 million for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2024. The increase was driven primarily from increased operating results, partially offset by changes in working capital to support the revenue growth.

Capital expenditures were $42.1 million for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2025, compared to $34.5 million for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2024. The increase was primarily from vehicle, equipment and building investments to support the company’s growth.

Everus had free cash flow of $74.8 million for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2025, compared to $57.8 million for the nine months ended Sept. 30, 2024. The increase was primarily from higher operating cash flows, partially offset by higher net capital expenditures.

Forecast for 2025

Everus is raising its estimated full-year revenues and EBITDA guidance for 2025.

• Revenues are expected to be in the range of $3.55 billion to $3.65 billion, updated from $3.3 billion to $3.4 billion provided after the second quarter of 2025.
• EBITDA is expected to be in the range of $290 million to $300 million, updated from $240 million to $255 million provided after the second quarter of 2025, with EBITDA margin expected to be slightly higher in 2025, compared to 2024.

Everus is affirming its estimated full-year gross capital expenditures guidance for 2025.

• Gross capital expenditures for 2025 are expected to be in the range of $65 million to $70 million.

Basis of Presentation

Prior to the spinoff from MDU Resources Group, Inc. on Oct. 31, 2024, Everus Construction, Inc., including its subsidiaries, operated as a wholly owned subsidiary of CEHI, LLC (Centennial) and an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of MDU Resources and not as a stand-alone company. Following the separation, Everus Construction is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Everus. As a result, for periods prior to the separation, Everus’ financial information, including results of operations, financial condition, cash flows and accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements, was prepared on a “carve-out” basis in connection with the spinoff and was derived from the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of MDU Resources as if Everus operated on a stand-alone basis.

The calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share for periods presented prior to the spinoff have been retrospectively adjusted to the number of shares outstanding on Oct. 31, 2024, the separation and distribution date. It is assumed that there were no dilutive or anti-dilutive equity instruments as of Oct. 31, 2024, because there were no Everus stock-based awards outstanding for periods prior to the separation.

Cash-settled, related-party transactions between Everus Construction, MDU Resources, Centennial or other MDU Resources subsidiaries for general operating activities; Everus Construction’s participation in MDU Resources’ centralized cash management program through Centennial; and intercompany debt were included in the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for periods prior to the separation. These related-party transactions were reflected in the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets prior to the separation as due from related-party, due from related-party – noncurrent, due to related-party or related-party notes payable.

The aggregate net effect of general related-party operating activities was reflected in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of cash flows within operating activities for periods prior to the separation. The effects of Everus Construction’s participation in MDU Resources’ centralized cash management program and intercompany debt arrangements were reflected in the unaudited condensed consolidated statements of cash flows within investing and financing activities for periods prior to the separation.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

Throughout this news release, Everus presents financial information prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), as well as non-GAAP financial measures, including EBITDA, EBITDA margin, net debt, net leverage and free cash flow, and, in some cases, applicable measures by segment. The use of these non-GAAP financial measures should not be construed as alternatives to net income, net income margin, total debt, gross leverage and cash provided by (used in) operating activities. Everus believes the use of these non-GAAP financial measures are beneficial in evaluating the company’s financial performance. Please refer to the Non-GAAP Financial Measures sections contained in this news release for additional information.

Conference Call

Management will discuss Everus’ third quarter 2025 results on a webcast at 10:30 a.m. EST Nov. 5. The webcast and accompanying presentation materials can be accessed at investors.everus.com by selecting “Events & Presentations” and “Everus Q3 Earnings Call.” After the conclusion of the webcast, a replay will be available at the same location.

Participants also can listen to the webcast by phone at 646-307-1963 for toll-based U.S. and international callers, or at 800-715-9871 for toll-free U.S. callers, with conference ID 1034822.

About Everus Construction Group

Everus Construction Group, Inc., a member of the S&P SmallCap 600^® index, is Building America’s Future^® by providing a full spectrum of construction services through its electrical and mechanical, and transmission and distribution specialty contracting services across the United States. These specialty contracting services are provided to commercial, industrial, institutional, renewables, service, transportation, utility and other customers. Its E&M contracting services include construction and maintenance of electrical and communication wiring and infrastructure, fire suppression systems, renewables infrastructure and mechanical piping and services. Its T&D contracting services include construction and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical, gas and communication infrastructure and transportation-related lighting, as well as the manufacture and distribution of overhead and underground transmission line construction equipment and tools. For more information about Everus, visit everus.com or email [email protected].

Forward-Looking Statements

Information in this news release includes certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The forward-looking statements in this news release, including statements about the company’s future performance, financial guidance, long-term targets and statements made by the CEO, are expressed in good faith and are believed by the company to have a reasonable basis. This news release highlights key growth strategies, projections and certain assumptions for the company and its subsidiaries and other matters for each of the company’s segments. Many of these highlighted statements and other statements not historical in nature are “forward-looking statements.” Although the company believes that its expectations are based on reasonable assumptions as of the date they are made, there is no assurance the company’s projections, including estimates for growth, shareholder value creation and financial guidance, will be achieved. Readers are encouraged to refer to assumptions contained in this news release, as well as the various important factors listed in Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors in the company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Changes in such assumptions and factors could cause actual future results to differ materially from growth and financial guidance. All forward-looking statements in this news release are expressly qualified by such cautionary statements and by reference to the underlying assumptions. Undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as required by law, the company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking or cautionary statements to reflect changes in assumptions, the occurrence of events, unanticipated or otherwise, and changes in future operating results over time or otherwise.

Contacts

Media Contact
Laura Lueder, director of communications, 701-221-6444

Investor Contact
Paul Bartolai, Vallum Advisors, [email protected]

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