Biggest changeThe decrease in revenue included a decrease of $72.1 million in revenue on fixed priced contracts and a decrease of $12.1 million in revenues on unit price work, partially offset by an increase of $11.2 million on T&E contracts. 35 TABLE OF CONTENTS Operating income for our C&I segment for the year ended December 31, 2024 was $48.0 million compared to $45.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, an increase of $2.1 million, or 4.7%.
Biggest changeThe increase in revenue was related to an increase of $195.6 million in revenue on fixed priced contracts, partially offset by a decrease of $15.6 million on T&E contracts and a decrease of $6.3 million in revenues on unit price work.
The majority of C&I contracts cover electrical contracting services for airports, hospitals, data centers, hotels, stadiums, commercial and industrial facilities, clean energy projects, manufacturing plants, processing facilities, water/waste-water treatment facilities, mining facilities, intelligent transportation systems, roadway lighting, signalization and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
The majority of C&I contracts cover electrical contracting services for data centers, airports, hospitals, hotels, stadiums, commercial and industrial facilities, clean energy projects, manufacturing plants, processing facilities, water/waste-water treatment facilities, mining facilities, intelligent transportation systems, roadway lighting, signalization and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
In addition, the United States has experienced decades of underfunded economic expansion and aging infrastructure that have challenged the capacity of public water and transportation infrastructure forcing states and municipalities to seek creative means to fund needed expansion and repair.
In addition, the United States has experienced decades of underfunded economic expansion and aging infrastructure that have challenged the capacity of public transportation and water infrastructure forcing states and municipalities to seek creative means to fund needed expansion and repair.
Revenue associated with contracts with customers is recognized over time as our performance creates or enhances customer-controlled assets or creates or enhances an asset with no alternative use, for which we have an enforceable right to receive compensation as defined under the contract.
Revenue associated with contracts with customers is recognized over time as our performance creates or enhances customer-controlled assets or creates or enhances an asset with no alternative use, for which we have an enforceable right to receive compensation as defined under the contract.
As the cost-to-cost method is driven by incurred cost, we calculate the percentage of completion by dividing costs incurred to date by the total estimated cost. The percentage of completion is then multiplied by estimated revenues to determine inception-to-date revenue. Revenue recognized for the period is the current inception-to-date recognized revenue less the prior period inception-to-date recognized revenue.
As the cost-to-cost method is driven by incurred cost, we calculate the percentage of completion by dividing costs incurred to date by the total estimated cost. The percentage of completion is then multiplied by estimated revenues to determine inception-to-date revenue. Revenue recognized for the period is the current inception-to-date recognized revenue less the prior period inception-to-date recognized revenue.
For many of our unit-price, time-and-equipment, time-and-materials and cost-plus contracts, we only include projected revenue for a three-month period in the calculation of backlog, although these types of contracts are generally awarded as part of MSAs that typically have a one- to three-year duration from execution.
For many of our unit-price, time-and-equipment, time-and-materials and cost-plus contracts, we only include projected revenue for a three-month period in the calculation of backlog, although these types of contracts are generally awarded as part of MSAs that typically have a one- to four-year duration from execution.
It is typical during the winter months that parts of the country may experience snow or rainfall, which can affect our crews’ ability to work efficiently. Recent abnormal weather patterns including those related to excessive rainfall and increased thaw and freeze cycles also affect our crews’ ability to work efficiently.
It is typical during the winter months that parts of the country may experience snow or rainfall, which can affect our crews’ ability to work efficiently. Abnormal weather patterns including those related to excessive rainfall and increased thaw and freeze cycles also affect our crews’ ability to work efficiently.
We generally focus on managing our profitability by: selecting projects that we believe will provide attractive margins; actively monitoring the costs of completing our projects; holding customers accountable for costs related to changes to contract specifications and rewarding our employees for controlling costs. 29 TABLE OF CONTENTS The demand for construction and maintenance services from our customers has been, and will likely continue to be, cyclical in nature and vulnerable to downturns in the markets we serve as well as the economy in general.
We generally focus on managing our profitability by: selecting projects that we believe will provide attractive margins; actively monitoring the costs of completing our projects; holding customers accountable for costs related to changes to contract specifications and rewarding our employees for controlling costs. 30 TABLE OF CONTENTS The demand for construction and maintenance services from our customers has been, and will likely continue to be, cyclical in nature and vulnerable to downturns in the markets we serve as well as the economy in general.
Various factors affect our gross margins on a quarterly or annual basis, including those listed below. 31 TABLE OF CONTENTS Performance Risk. Margins may fluctuate because of the volume of work and the impacts of pricing and job productivity, which can be impacted both favorably and negatively by customer decisions and crew productivity, as well as other factors.
Various factors affect our gross margins on a quarterly or annual basis, including those listed below. 32 TABLE OF CONTENTS Performance Risk. Margins may fluctuate because of the volume of work and the impacts of pricing and job productivity, which can be impacted both favorably and negatively by customer decisions and crew productivity, as well as other factors.
If the carrying value of goodwill or other indefinite lived assets exceeds its implied fair value, an impairment charge would be recorded in the statement of operations. As a result of the annual qualitative review process in 2023 and 2022, we determined it was not necessary to perform a quantitative assessment.
If the carrying value of goodwill or other indefinite lived assets exceeds its implied fair value, an impairment charge would be recorded in the statement of operations. As a result of the annual qualitative review process in 2025 and 2023, we determined it was not necessary to perform a quantitative assessment.
We believe the borrowing availability under our $490 million revolving credit facility and future cash flow from operations will enable us to support the organic growth of our business, pursue acquisitions and opportunistically repurchase shares. We continue to manage our increasing operating costs, including increasing insurance, equipment, labor and material costs.
We believe the borrowing availability under our $490 million revolving credit facility, our cash on hand and future cash flow from operations will enable us to support the organic growth of our business, pursue acquisitions and opportunistically repurchase shares. We continue to manage our increasing operating costs, including increasing insurance, equipment, labor and material costs.
We are not aware of any claims currently asserted or threatened under any of these letters of credit that are material, individually, or in the aggregate.
We are not aware of any claims currently asserted or threatened under any of these letters of credit that are material, individually, or in aggregate.
Additionally, we are required to allocate more working capital to projects when we are required to provide materials. 32 TABLE OF CONTENTS Insurance. Gross margins could be impacted by fluctuations in insurance accruals related to our deductibles and loss history in the period in which such adjustments are made.
Additionally, we are required to allocate more working capital to projects when we are required to provide materials. 33 TABLE OF CONTENTS Insurance. Gross margins could be impacted by fluctuations in insurance accruals related to our deductibles and loss history in the period in which such adjustments are made.
Certain health benefit plans are subject to stop-loss limits of up to $0.2 million, for qualified individuals. Losses up to the deductible and stop-loss amounts are accrued based upon our estimates of the ultimate liability for claims reported and an estimate of claims incurred but not yet reported.
Certain health benefit plans are subject to stop-loss limits of up to $0.3 million, for qualified individuals. Losses up to the deductible and stop-loss amounts are accrued based upon our estimates of the ultimate liability for claims reported and an estimate of claims incurred but not yet reported.
We analyze specific accounts receivable balances, historical bad debts, customer credit-worthiness, current economic trends and changes in customer payment terms when evaluating the adequacy of the allowance for doubtful accounts. In the event that a customer balance is deemed to be uncollectible the account balance is written-off against the allowance for doubtful accounts. 43 TABLE OF CONTENTS
We analyze specific accounts receivable balances, historical bad debts, customer creditworthiness, current economic trends and changes in customer payment terms when evaluating the adequacy of the allowance for doubtful accounts. In the event that a customer balance is deemed to be uncollectible the account balance is written-off against the allowance for doubtful accounts. 43 TABLE OF CONTENTS
The Company’s leases have remaining terms ranging from less than one to nine years, some of which may include options to extend the leases for up to ten years, and some of which may include options to terminate the leases within one year.
The Company’s leases have remaining terms ranging from less than one to twelve years, some of which may include options to extend the leases for up to ten years, and some of which may include options to terminate the leases within one year.
We expect to see an increase in the distribution market opportunities during in 2025. 30 TABLE OF CONTENTS We believe the increasing demand for electricity associated with additional power requirements, driven by increased electrification associated with new technologies, including the emergence and adoption of artificial intelligence technologies as well as increased power needs connected to the reshoring of manufacturing, will require significant investment by our customers in both of our reporting segments.
We expect to see an increase in the distribution market opportunities during in 2026. 31 TABLE OF CONTENTS We believe the increasing demand for electricity associated with additional power requirements, driven by increased electrification associated with new technologies, including the emergence and adoption of artificial intelligence technologies as well as increased power needs connected to the reshoring of manufacturing, will require significant investment by our customers in both of our reporting segments.
The foregoing factors as well as the stage of completion of contracts in process and the mix of contracts at different margins may cause fluctuations in gross profit between periods. During the year ended December 31, 2024, changes in estimates pertaining to certain projects decreased consolidated gross margin by 4.4%.
The foregoing factors as well as the stage of completion of contracts in process and the mix of contracts at different margins may cause fluctuations in gross profit between periods. During the year ended December 31, 2025, changes in estimates pertaining to certain projects decreased consolidated gross margin by 1.4%.
Presentation of Information The discussion that follows includes a comparison of our results of operations and liquidity and capital resources for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
Presentation of Information The discussion that follows includes a comparison of our results of operations and liquidity and capital resources for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
Typically, the Company has purchase options on the equipment underlying its long-term leases and many of its short-term rental arrangements. The Company may exercise some of these purchase options when the need for equipment is ongoing and the purchase option price is attractive. The outstanding balance of operating lease obligations was $42.6 million as of December 31, 2024.
Typically, the Company has purchase options on the equipment underlying its long-term leases and many of its short-term rental arrangements. The Company may exercise some of these purchase options when the need for equipment is ongoing and the purchase option price is attractive. The outstanding balance of operating lease obligations was $42.4 million as of December 31, 2025.
In addition, we believe that we are better capitalized than some of our competitors, which provides us with valuable flexibility to take on additional and more complex projects. We had revenues for the year ended December 31, 2024 of $3.36 billion compared to $3.64 billion for the year ended December 31, 2023.
In addition, we believe that we are better capitalized than some of our competitors, which provides us with valuable flexibility to take on additional and more complex projects. We had revenues for the year ended December 31, 2025 of $3.66 billion compared to $3.36 billion for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Performance and Payment Bonds and Parent Guarantees Many customers, particularly in connection with new construction, require us to post performance and payment bonds typically issued by a surety or insurance company. These bonds provide a guarantee to the customer that we will perform under the terms of a contract and that we will pay subcontractors and vendors.
Performance and Payment Bonds and Parent Guarantees Many customers, particularly in connection with new construction, require us to post performance and payment bonds typically issued by a surety or financial institution. These bonds provide a guarantee to the customer that we will perform under the terms of a contract and that we will pay subcontractors and vendors.
We provide warranties to customers on a basis customary to the industry; however, the warranty period does not typically exceed one year. Historically, warranty claims have not been material. Total revenues do not include sales tax as we consider ourselves a pass-through conduit for collecting and remitting sales taxes.
We provide warranties to customers on a basis customary to the industry; however, the warranty period does not typically exceed two years. Historically, warranty claims have not been material. Total revenues do not include sales tax as we consider ourselves a pass-through conduit for collecting and remitting sales taxes.
Non-GAAP Measures EBITDA EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure used by management that we define as net income plus net income from noncontrolling interests, interest expense net of interest income, income tax expense and depreciation and amortization, as shown in the following table.
Non-GAAP Measures EBITDA EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure used by management that we define as net income plus interest expense net of interest income, income tax expense and depreciation and amortization, as shown in the following table.
As of December 31, 2024, one customer individually exceeded 10.0% of our accounts receivable with approximately of 11.3% of the total accounts receivable amount (excluding the impact of allowance for doubtful accounts). As of December 31, 2023, none of our customers individually exceeded 10.0% of our accounts receivable.
As of December 31, 2025, none of the Company's customers individually exceeded 10.0% of our accounts receivable. As of December 31, 2024, one customer individually exceeded 10.0% of our accounts receivable with approximately of 11.3% of the total accounts receivable amount (excluding the impact of allowance for doubtful accounts).
As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, we recognized revenues of $46.0 million and $76.5 million, respectively, related to significant change orders and/or claims that had been included as contract price adjustments on certain contracts, some of which are multi-year projects.
As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, we recognized revenues of $23.5 million and $46.0 million, respectively, related to significant change orders and/or claims that had been included as contract price adjustments on certain contracts, some of which are multi-year projects.
Our primary short-term liquidity needs include cash for operations, debt service requirements, capital expenditures, and acquisition and joint venture opportunities. We believe we have adequate sources of liquidity to meet our long-term liquidity needs and foreseeable material cash requirements, including those associated with funding future acquisition opportunities.
Our primary short-term liquidity needs include cash for operations, debt service requirements, capital expenditures, and acquisition and joint venture opportunities. We believe we have adequate financial resources to meet our long-term liquidity needs and foreseeable material cash requirements, including those associated with funding future acquisition opportunities.
Gains from the sale of property and equipment in the year ended December 31, 2024 were $6.9 million compared to $4.2 million in the year ended December 31, 2023. Gains from the sale of property and equipment are attributable to routine sales of property and equipment that are no longer useful or valuable to our ongoing operations.
Gains from the sale of property and equipment in the year ended December 31, 2025 were $4.3 million compared to $6.9 million in the year ended December 31, 2024. Gains from the sale of property and equipment are attributable to routine sales of property and equipment that are no longer useful or valuable to our ongoing operations.
As of December 31, 2024, we had $3.0 million outstanding finance lease obligations, consisting of short-term and long-term finance lease obligations of approximately $1.1 million and $1.9 million, respectively. As of December 31, 2023, we had $2.3 million outstanding finance lease obligations, consisting of short-term and long-term finance lease obligations of approximately $2.0 million and $0.3 million, respectively.
As of December 31, 2025, we had $2.0 million outstanding finance lease obligations, consisting of short-term and long-term finance lease obligations of approximately $0.8 million and $1.2 million, respectively. As of December 31, 2024, we had $3.0 million outstanding finance lease obligations, consisting of short-term and long-term finance lease obligations of approximately $1.1 million and $1.9 million, respectively.
Operating income margin was impacted by significant changes in our estimated gross profit on certain projects resulting in a net operating income margin decrease of 5.5% for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to a net decrease of 1.5% for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Operating income margin was impacted by significant changes in our estimated gross profit on certain projects resulting in a net operating income margin decrease of 0.5% for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to a net decrease of 5.5% for the year ended December 31, 2024.
As is common practice in the industry, we classify all accounts receivable as current assets. The allowance for doubtful accounts associated with account receivables was $1.1 million as of December 31, 2024 and $2.0 million as of December 31, 2023.
As is common practice in the industry, we classify all accounts receivable as current assets. The allowance for doubtful accounts associated with account receivables was $0.9 million as of December 31, 2025 and $1.1 million as of December 31, 2024.
The $40.0 million of cash used in financing activities in the year ended December 31, 2024 consisted primarily of $75.0 million of share repurchases under our share repurchase program, $7.1 million of payments under our equipment notes, $5.9 million of shares repurchased to satisfy tax obligations under our stock compensation programs and $1.2 million of repayments of finance lease obligations, partially offset by $45.2 million of net borrowings under our revolving line of credit.
The $40.0 million of cash used in financing activities in the year ended December 31, 2024 consisted primarily of $75.0 million of share repurchases under our prior share repurchase program, $7.1 million of payments under our master equipment loan agreements, $5.9 million of shares repurchased to satisfy tax obligations under our stock compensation programs and $1.2 million of payments for finance lease obligations, partially offset by $45.2 million of net borrowings under our revolving line of credit.
During the year ended December 31, 2023, changes in estimates pertaining to certain projects decreased consolidated gross margin by 1.7%. During the year ended December 31, 2022, changes in estimates pertaining to certain projects decreased consolidated gross margin by 0.4%.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, changes in estimates pertaining to certain projects decreased consolidated gross margin by 4.4%. During the year ended December 31, 2023, changes in estimates pertaining to certain projects decreased consolidated gross margin by 1.7%.
For a discussion of changes from the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 to the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022, refer to Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in Part II, Item 7 of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 (filed February 28, 2024).
For a discussion of changes for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 to the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, refer to Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in Part II, Item 7 of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 (filed February 26, 2025).
Revenues from transmission projects represented 60.6%, 66.1%, and 62.1% of T&D segment revenue for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively. 28 TABLE OF CONTENTS Our T&D segment also provides restoration services in response to hurricanes, ice storms or other storm related events, which accounted for less than 5% of our annual revenues in 2024, 2023 and 2022.
Revenues from transmission projects represented 59.9%, 60.6%, and 66.1% of T&D segment revenue for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively. 29 TABLE OF CONTENTS Our T&D segment also provides restoration services in response to hurricanes, ice storms or other storm related events, which accounted for less than 5% of our annual revenues in 2025, 2024 and 2023.
We continue to invest in developing key management and craft personnel in both our T&D and C&I segments and in procuring the specific specialty equipment and tooling needed to win and execute projects of all sizes and complexity. In 2024 and 2023, we invested in capital expenditures of approximately $75.9 million and $84.7 million, respectively.
We continue to invest in developing key management and craft personnel in both our T&D and C&I segments and in procuring the specific specialty equipment and tooling needed to win and execute projects of all sizes and complexity. In 2025 and 2024, we invested in capital expenditures of approximately $94.4 million and $75.9 million, respectively.
The net favorable changes of $119.3 million in cash provided by working capital accounts, mainly related to construction activities, was due to the timing of billings and payments under our contracts.
The net favorable changes of $109.6 million in cash provided by working capital accounts, mainly related to construction activities, was due to the timing of billings and payments under our contracts.
Purchase Commitments for Construction Equipment As of December 31, 2024, we had approximately $4.9 million in outstanding purchase obligations for certain construction equipment to be paid with cash outlays scheduled to occur in 2025.
Purchase Commitments for Construction Equipment As of December 31, 2025, we had approximately $33.9 million in outstanding purchase obligations for certain construction equipment to be paid with cash outlays scheduled to occur in 2026.
During the year ended December 31, 2024, our operating activities provided cash of $87.1 million, compared to $71.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Cash flow from operations is primarily influenced by operating margins, timing of contract performance and the type of services we provide to our customers.
During the year ended December 31, 2025, our operating activities provided cash of $326.6 million, compared to $87.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. Cash flow from operations is primarily influenced by operating margins, timing of contract performance and the type of services we provide to our customers.
Measured by revenues in our C&I segment, we provided 81.2%, 82.0% and 83.3% of our services under fixed-price contracts for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively. Overview-Revenue and Gross Margins Revenue Recognition.
Measured by revenues in our C&I segment, we provided 84.5%, 81.2% and 82.0% of our services under fixed-price contracts for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Overview-Revenue and Gross Margins Revenue Recognition.
The Company was in compliance with all of its financial covenants under the Credit Agreement as of December 31, 2024. We had $58.4 million and $13.2 million of borrowings outstanding under the Facility as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.
The Company was in compliance with all of its financial covenants under the Credit Agreement as of December 31, 2025. We had $47.4 million and $58.4 million in borrowings outstanding under the Facility as of December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, net income was $30.3 million compared to $91.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Overview-Segments Transmission and Distribution segment . Our T&D segment provides comprehensive solutions to providers in the electric utility industry.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, net income was $118.4 million compared to $30.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. Overview-Segments Transmission and Distribution segment . Our T&D segment provides comprehensive solutions to providers in the electric utility industry.
Measured by revenues in our T&D segment, we provided 43.9%, 52.7% and 47.8% of our T&D services under fixed-price contracts during the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively. Commercial and Industrial segment .
Measured by revenues in our T&D segment, we provided 34.3%, 43.9% and 52.7% of our T&D services under fixed-price contracts during the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Commercial and Industrial segment .
As of December 31, 2023, we had two outstanding Equipment Notes collateralized by equipment and vehicles owned by us. As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, we also had one other equipment note outstanding collateralized by a vehicle owned by us.
As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, we had one outstanding Equipment Note collateralized by equipment and vehicles owned by us. As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, we also had one other equipment note outstanding collateralized by a vehicle owned by us.
Operating income margin was also impacted by significant changes in our estimated gross profit on certain projects resulting in a net operating income margin decrease of 2.9% for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to a net decrease of 2.0% for the year ended December 31, 2023.
C&I operating income margin during the year ended December 31, 2025 was also impacted by significant changes in our estimated gross profit on certain projects resulting in a net operating income margin decrease of 2.6% for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to a net decrease of 2.9% for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Operating income, as a percentage of revenues, for our C&I segment increased to 3.2% for the year ended December 31, 2024 from 3.0% for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Operating income, as a percentage of revenues, for our C&I segment increased to 5.9% for the year ended December 31, 2025 from 3.2% for the year ended December 31, 2024.
During the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, we used net cash of $67.2 million and $79.1 million, respectively, in investing activities. The $67.2 million of cash used in investing activities in the year ended December 31, 2024 consisted of $75.9 million for capital expenditures, partially offset by $8.7 million of proceeds from the sale of equipment.
The $67.2 million of cash used in investing activities in the year ended December 31, 2024 consisted of $75.9 million for capital expenditures, partially offset by $8.7 million of proceeds from the sale of equipment. During the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, we used cash of $94.1 million, and $40.0 million, respectively in financing activities.
As of December 31, 2023, we had $34.4 million in letters of credit outstanding under our Credit Agreement including $27.1 million related to the Company's payment obligations under its insurance programs and $7.3 million related to contract performance obligations.
As of December 31, 2025, we had $34.3 million in letters of credit outstanding under our Credit Agreement, including $34.2 million related to the Company's payment obligations under its insurance programs and $0.1 million related to contract performance obligations.
The decrease in gross margin was primarily impacted by significant changes in our estimated gross profit on certain projects resulting in a net gross margin decrease of 4.4% for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to a net decrease of 1.7% for the year ended December 31, 2023.
The increase in gross margin was primarily due to significant changes in our estimated gross profit on certain projects resulting in a net gross margin decrease of 1.4% for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to a net gross margin decrease of 4.4% for the year ended December 31, 2024.
We believe our $354.8 million borrowing availability under our revolving line of credit as of December 31, 2024, future cash flow from operations and our ability to utilize short-term and long-term leases will provide sufficient liquidity for our short-term and long-term needs.
We believe our $408.3 million borrowing availability under our revolving line of credit as of December 31, 2025, cash on hand, future cash flow from operations and our ability to utilize short-term and long-term leases will provide sufficient liquidity for our short-term and long-term needs.
The favorable change in operating assets and liabilities was primarily due to the net favorable year-over-year changes in various working capital accounts that relate primarily to construction activities (accounts receivable, contract assets, accounts payable and contract liabilities) of $119.3 million, partially offset by the unfavorable change of $50.9 million in other liabilities.
The favorable change in operating assets and liabilities was primarily due to the net favorable year-over-year changes in various working capital accounts that relate primarily to construction activities (accounts receivable, contract assets, accounts payable and contract liabilities) of $109.6 million and the favorable change of $59.3 million in other liabilities, partially offset by the net unfavorable changes of $23.6 million in prepaid expenses and other assets.
As of December 31, 2024, an aggregate of approximately $2.27 billion in original face amount of bonds issued by our sureties were outstanding. Our estimated remaining cost to complete these bonded projects was approximately $662.6 million as of December 31, 2024.
As of December 31, 2025, an aggregate of approximately $2.35 billion in original face amount of bonds issued by our sureties were outstanding. Our estimated remaining cost to complete these bonded projects was approximately $817.8 million as of December 31, 2025.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, our C&I revenues were $1.48 billion, or 44.1%, of our revenue, compared to $1.55 billion, or 42.7%, of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023 and $1.26 billion, or 42.0%, of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, our C&I revenues were $1.66 billion, or 45.3%, of our revenue, compared to $1.48 billion, or 44.1%, of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024 and $1.55 billion, or 42.7%, of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, our T&D revenues were $1.88 billion, or 55.9%, of our revenue, compared to $2.09 billion, or 57.3%, of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023 and $1.75 billion, or 58.0%, of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, our T&D revenues were $2.00 billion, or 54.7%, of our revenue, compared to $1.88 billion, or 55.9%, of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024 and $2.09 billion, or 57.3%, of our revenue for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Income tax expense was $16.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, with an effective tax rate of 34.9%, compared to $34.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, with an effective tax rate of 27.2%.
Income tax expense was $42.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, with an effective tax rate of 26.6%, compared to $16.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, with an effective tax rate of 34.9%.
The outstanding balance of all equipment notes was $16.0 million as of December 31, 2024, of which $4.4 million was due in the next twelve months. The outstanding balance of these equipment notes was $23.0 million as of December 31, 2023, of which $7.1 million was due in the next twelve months.
The outstanding balance of all equipment notes was $11.6 million as of December 31, 2025, of which $4.6 million was due in the next twelve months. The outstanding balance of these equipment notes was $16.0 million as of December 31, 2024, of which $4.4 million was due in the next twelve months.
Corporate The decrease in corporate expenses for the year ended December 31, 2024 was primarily attributable to a decrease in employee incentive compensation costs, partially offset by an increase in employee-related expenses to support future growth in our operations.
Corporate The increase in corporate expenses for the year ended December 31, 2025 was primarily attributable to an increase in employee incentive compensation costs and an increase in employee-related expenses to support future growth in our operations.
The Master Loan Agreements may be used for financing of equipment between us and the lenders pursuant to one or more equipment notes (“Equipment Notes”). Each Equipment Note constitutes a separate, distinct and independent financing of equipment and contractual obligation. As of December 31, 2024, we had one outstanding Equipment Note collateralized by equipment and vehicles owned by us.
The Master Loan Agreements may be used for financing of equipment between us and the lenders pursuant to one or more equipment notes (“Equipment Notes”). Each Equipment Note constitutes a separate, distinct and independent financing of equipment and contractual obligation.
The estimated value of unbilled amounts are determined using a regression analysis that estimates value based on our historical experience, and is adjusted for large individual projects. The profit and corresponding revenue is recognized over the contract term based on costs incurred under the cost-to-cost method.
The estimated value of unbilled amounts is determined using a regression and other types of analysis, as well as management judgment to produce an estimated value based on the Company’s historical experience, and is adjusted for large individual projects. The profit and corresponding revenue is recognized over the contract term based on costs incurred under the cost-to-cost method.
Other expense was $1.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to an insignificant amount of other expense for the year ended December 31, 2023. The change was largely due to foreign currency losses from changes in exchange rates on intercompany receivables.
Other expense was $0.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2025 compared to $1.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. The change was largely due to higher foreign currency losses from changes in exchange rates on intercompany receivables recognized during the year ended December 31, 2024.
As a percentage of revenues operating income for our T&D segment was 3.7% for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to 7.2% for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Operating income as a percentage of revenues for our T&D segment increased to 7.9% for the year ended December 31, 2025 from 3.7% for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Depending on the circumstances of such a reimbursement, we may also have to record a charge to earnings for the reimbursement. As of December 31, 2024, we had $37.3 million in letters of credit outstanding under our Credit Agreement, including $32.6 million related to the Company's payment obligations under its insurance programs and $4.7 million related to contract performance obligations.
As of December 31, 2024, we had $37.3 million in letters of credit outstanding under our Credit Agreement including $32.6 million related to the Company's payment obligations under its insurance programs and $4.7 million related to contract performance obligations.
During 2024 and 2023, the Company repurchased 643,549 and 25,042 shares, respectively of its common stock under repurchase programs at a weighted-average price of $116.54 and $114.55 per share, respectively.
During 2025 and 2024, the Company repurchased 639,207 and 643,549 shares, respectively of its common stock under repurchase programs at a weighted-average price of $117.33 and $116.54 per share, respectively.
The following table provides a reconciliation of net cash flows provided by operating activities to EBITDA: For the year ended December 31, (in thousands) 2024 2023 2022 Net cash flows provided by operating activities $ 87,115 $ 71,016 $ 167,484 Add/(subtract) Changes in operating assets and liabilities 11,074 85,426 (8,522) Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash flows provided by operating activities (67,926) (65,452) (75,581) Depreciation and amortization 65,189 59,138 58,170 Income tax expense 16,230 34,014 30,823 Interest expense, net 6,110 4,051 3,376 EBITDA $ 117,792 $ 188,193 $ 175,750 Working Capital Working capital is a non-GAAP measure.
The following table provides a reconciliation of net cash flows provided by operating activities to EBITDA: For the year ended December 31, (in thousands) 2025 2024 2023 Net cash flows provided by operating activities $ 326,567 $ 87,115 $ 71,016 Add/(subtract) Changes in operating assets and liabilities (140,399) 11,074 85,426 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash flows provided by operating activities (67,752) (67,926) (65,452) Depreciation and amortization 66,512 65,189 59,138 Income tax expense 42,868 16,230 34,014 Interest expense, net 4,925 6,110 4,051 EBITDA $ 232,721 $ 117,792 $ 188,193 37 TABLE OF CONTENTS Working Capital Working capital is a non-GAAP measure.
Our C&I bidding opportunities remain strong and we believe we will see continued opportunities in the primary markets we serve such as transportation, data centers, health care, clean energy and warehousing. However, we may experience unanticipated volatility associated with potential policy changes and tariffs.
Our C&I bidding opportunities remain strong and we believe we will see continued opportunities in the primary markets we serve such as data centers, transportation, health care, manufacturing, clean energy and warehousing.
These decreases were partially offset by positive significant estimated gross profit changes totaling 2.1% of revenues largely related to better-than-anticipated productivity, some of which related to clean energy projects, favorable change orders and favorable job closeouts.
These decreases were partially offset by positive significant estimated gross profit changes totaling 1.5% and largely related to better-than-anticipated productivity, favorable change orders and a favorable job closeout.
As of December 31, 2024, we had outstanding short-term and long-term operating lease obligations of approximately $12.1 million and $30.5 million, respectively. The outstanding balance of operating lease obligations was $35.0 million as of December 31, 2023. As of December 31, 2023, we had outstanding short-term and long-term operating lease obligations of approximately $9.2 million and $25.8 million, respectively.
As of December 31, 2025, we had outstanding short-term and long-term operating lease obligations of approximately $13.0 million and $29.4 million, respectively. The outstanding balance of operating lease obligations was $42.6 million as of December 31, 2024. As of December 31, 2024, we had outstanding short-term and long-term operating lease obligations of approximately $12.1 million and $30.5 million, respectively.
Letters of Credit Some of our vendors require letters of credit to ensure reimbursement for amounts they are disbursing on our behalf, such as to beneficiaries under our insurance programs.
Letters of Credit Some of our vendors require letters of credit to ensure reimbursement for amounts they are disbursing on our behalf, such as to beneficiaries under our insurance programs. In addition, from time to time, certain customers require us to post letters of credit to guarantee performance under our contracts.
Backlog may not accurately represent the revenues that we expect to realize during any particular period. Several factors, such as the timing of contract awards, the type and duration of contracts, and the mix of subcontractor and material costs in our projects, can impact our backlog at any point in time.
Several factors, such as the timing of contract awards, the type and duration of contracts, and the mix of subcontractor and material costs in our projects, can impact our backlog at any point in time.
The $18.4 million of cash used in financing activities in the year ended December 31, 2023 consisted primarily of $7.9 million of shares repurchased to satisfy tax obligations under our stock compensation programs, $4.6 million of net repayments under our master equipment loan agreements, $2.9 million of shares repurchases under our share repurchase program and $1.1 million of repayments of finance lease obligations.
The $94.1 million of cash used in financing activities in the year ended December 31, 2025 consisted primarily of $75.0 million of share repurchases under our prior share repurchase program, $11.0 million of net payments under our revolving line of credit, $4.4 million of payments for equipment notes, $2.6 million of shares repurchased to satisfy tax obligations under our stock compensation programs and $1.1 million of payments for finance lease obligations.
Consolidated Results of Operations The following table sets forth selected statements of operations data and such data as a percentage of revenues for the years indicated: Year Ended December 31, 2024 Compared to the Year Ended December 31, 2023 For the year ended December 31, (dollars in thousands) 2024 2023 Contract revenues $ 3,362,290 100.0 % $ 3,643,905 100.0 % Contract costs 3,071,971 91.4 3,279,508 90.0 Gross profit 290,319 8.6 364,397 10.0 Selling, general and administrative expenses 238,222 7.1 234,611 6.5 Amortization of intangible assets 4,869 0.1 4,907 0.1 Gain on sale of property and equipment (6,854) (0.2) (4,214) (0.1) Income from operations 54,082 1.6 129,093 3.5 Other income (expense): Interest income 415 — 888 — Interest expense (6,525) (0.2) (4,939) (0.1) Other income (expense), net (1,479) — (38) — Income before provision for income taxes 46,493 1.4 125,004 3.4 Income tax expense 16,230 0.5 34,014 0.9 Net income 30,263 0.9 90,990 2.5 Revenues decreased $281.6 million, or 7.7%, to $3.36 billion for the year ended December 31, 2024 from $3.64 billion for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Consolidated Results of Operations The following table sets forth selected statements of operations data and such data as a percentage of revenues for the years indicated: Year Ended December 31, 2025 Compared to the Year Ended December 31, 2024 For the year ended December 31, (dollars in thousands) 2025 2024 Contract revenues $ 3,657,889 100.0 % $ 3,362,290 100.0 % Contract costs 3,234,103 88.4 3,071,971 91.4 Gross profit 423,786 11.6 290,319 8.6 Selling, general and administrative expenses 256,357 7.0 238,222 7.1 Amortization of intangible assets 4,818 0.1 4,869 0.1 Gain on sale of property and equipment (4,261) (0.1) (6,854) (0.2) Income from operations 166,872 4.6 54,082 1.6 Other income (expense): Interest income 723 — 415 — Interest expense (5,648) (0.2) (6,525) (0.2) Other expense, net (663) — (1,479) — Income before provision for income taxes 161,284 4.4 46,493 1.4 Income tax expense 42,868 1.2 16,230 0.5 Net income $ 118,416 3.2 % $ 30,263 0.9 % Revenues increased $295.6 million, or 8.8%, to $3.66 billion for the year ended December 31, 2025 from $3.36 billion for the year ended December 31, 2024.
We believe legislative actions aimed at supporting infrastructure improvements in the United States may positively impact long-term demand, particularly in connection with electric power infrastructure, transportation and clean energy spending. We believe legislative actions are likely to provide greater long-term opportunity in both of our reporting segments.
We believe legislative actions aimed at supporting infrastructure improvements in the United States may positively impact long-term demand, and opportunity in both of our reporting segments, particularly in connection with electric power infrastructure, expansion of domestic manufacturing, and transportation spending. However, we may experience unanticipated volatility associated with policy changes and tariffs.
We use, and we believe investors benefit from, the presentation of EBITDA in evaluating our operating performance because it provides us and our investors with an additional tool to compare our operating performance on a consistent basis by removing the impact of certain items that management believes do not directly reflect our core operations.
We use, and we believe investors benefit from, the presentation of EBITDA in evaluating our operating performance because it provides us and our investors with an additional tool to compare our operating performance on a consistent basis by removing the impact of certain items that management believes do not directly reflect our core operations. 36 TABLE OF CONTENTS Using EBITDA as a performance measure has material limitations as compared to net income, or other financial measures as defined under GAAP, as it excludes certain recurring items, which may be meaningful to investors.
Interest expense was $6.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to $4.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. This increase was primarily attributable to higher average debt balances partially offset by lower interest rates during the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2023.
Interest expense was $5.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2025 compared to $6.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2024. This decrease was primarily attributable to lower interest rates during the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2024.
The $79.1 million of cash used in investing activities in the year ended December 31, 2023 consisted of $84.7 million for capital expenditures, partially offset by $5.6 million of proceeds from the sale of equipment. During the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, we used cash of $40.0 million, and $18.4 million, respectively in financing activities.
During the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, we used net cash of $86.2 million and $67.2 million, respectively, in investing activities. The $86.2 million of cash used in investing activities in the year ended December 31, 2025 consisted of $94.4 million for capital expenditures, partially offset by $8.2 million of proceeds from the sale of equipment.
The decrease was primarily for the reasons stated above. 34 TABLE OF CONTENTS Segment Results The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated, statements of operations data by segment, segment net sales as a percentage of total net sales and segment operating income as a percentage of segment net sales: For the Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 (dollars in thousands) Amount Percent Amount Percent Contract revenues: Transmission & Distribution $ 1,880,501 55.9 % $ 2,089,196 57.3 % Commercial & Industrial 1,481,789 44.1 1,554,709 42.7 Total $ 3,362,290 100.0 $ 3,643,905 100.0 Operating income: Transmission & Distribution $ 69,374 3.7 $ 149,703 7.2 Commercial & Industrial 48,041 3.2 45,889 3.0 Total 117,415 3.5 195,592 5.3 Corporate (63,333) (1.9) (66,499) (1.8) Consolidated $ 54,082 1.6 % $ 129,093 3.5 % Transmission & Distribution Revenues for our T&D segment for the year ended December 31, 2024 were $1.88 billion compared to $2.09 billion for the year ended December 31, 2023, a decrease of $208.7 million, or 10.0%.
Segment Results The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated, statements of operations data by segment, segment net sales as a percentage of total net sales and segment operating income as a percentage of segment net sales: For the Year Ended December 31, 2025 2024 (dollars in thousands) Amount Percent Amount Percent Contract revenues: Transmission & Distribution $ 2,002,440 54.7 % $ 1,880,501 55.9 % Commercial & Industrial 1,655,449 45.3 1,481,789 44.1 Total $ 3,657,889 100.0 $ 3,362,290 100.0 Operating income: Transmission & Distribution $ 157,610 7.9 $ 69,374 3.7 Commercial & Industrial 97,207 5.9 48,041 3.2 Total 254,817 7.0 117,415 3.5 Corporate (87,945) (2.4) (63,333) (1.9) Consolidated $ 166,872 4.6 % $ 54,082 1.6 % 35 TABLE OF CONTENTS Transmission & Distribution Revenues for our T&D segment for the year ended December 31, 2025 were $2.00 billion compared to $1.88 billion for the year ended December 31, 2024, an increase of $121.9 million, or 6.5%.
The year-over-year increase was primarily due to an increase in employee-related expenses to support future growth in our operations and an increase of $1.1 million related to contingent compensation expense related to a prior acquisition, partially offset by a decrease in employee incentive compensation costs.
The year-over-year increase was primarily due to an increase in employee incentive compensation costs and an increase in employee-related expenses to support future growth. These increases were partially offset by $10.3 million of contingent compensation expense related to a prior acquisition and recognized during the year ended December 31, 2024, which did not recur.
The $16.1 million year-over-year increase in cash provided by operating activities was primarily due to favorable net changes in operating assets and liabilities of $74.4 million, offset by a $60.7 million decrease in net income.
The $239.5 million year-over-year increase in cash provided by operating activities was primarily due to favorable net changes in operating assets and liabilities of $151.5 million, and an increase in net income of $88.2 million.
Gross profit decreased $74.1 million, or 20.3%, to $290.3 million for year ended December 31, 2024 from $364.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, due to lower margins and lower revenues. SG&A was $238.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, an increase of $3.6 million from $234.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Gross profit increased $133.5 million, or 46.0%, to $423.8 million for year ended December 31, 2025 from $290.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, due to higher margins and revenues. SG&A was $256.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, an increase of $18.2 million from $238.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024.
In addition, significant estimate changes in gross profit positively impacted gross margin by 1.0% and mainly related to better-than-anticipated productivity, favorable change orders and favorable job closeouts. Gross margin also benefited by approximately 0.2% from favorable joint venture results during the year ended December 31, 2024.
In addition, significant estimate changes in gross profit positively impacted gross margin by 1.0% and mainly related to better-than-anticipated productivity, favorable change orders and favorable job closeouts. During the year ended December 31, 2024, gross margin was primarily impacted by negative significant estimate changes in our estimated gross profit on certain T&D clean energy projects and a C&I project.