10-QPeriod: Q3 FY2016

EMCOR Group, Inc. Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Sep 30, 2016

Filed October 27, 2016For Securities:EME

Summary

EMCOR Group, Inc. reported strong third-quarter and year-to-date results for 2016, demonstrating significant growth in revenues and operating income. The company achieved record quarterly revenues of $1.92 billion, a 13.2% increase year-over-year, driven by robust performance across its domestic construction and building services segments. This growth was further bolstered by strategic acquisitions, notably Ardent Services, L.L.C. and Rabalais Constructors, LLC, which contributed significantly to the electrical construction and facilities services segment. Profitability also saw a substantial improvement, with operating income rising to $86.1 million from $70.0 million in the prior year's quarter, reflecting an improved operating margin of 4.5%. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations reached $0.85, up from $0.66 in the comparable period. The company's backlog remains strong at $3.90 billion, indicating sustained future revenue potential. EMCOR's financial position appears solid, with a healthy increase in cash and cash equivalents and effective management of its credit facilities, which were amended and restated to provide greater capacity.

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Key Highlights

  • 1Revenues increased by 13.2% to $1.92 billion for the three months ended September 30, 2016, driven by strong performance across most segments, particularly domestic construction and building services.
  • 2Operating income grew to $86.1 million from $70.0 million in the prior year's quarter, with operating margin improving to 4.5%.
  • 3Diluted earnings per common share from continuing operations rose to $0.85 from $0.66 in the same period last year.
  • 4The company completed the significant acquisition of Ardent Services, L.L.C. and Rabalais Constructors, LLC for $201.4 million, enhancing its electrical construction and facilities services capabilities.
  • 5Backlog increased to $3.90 billion as of September 30, 2016, indicating a healthy pipeline of future work.
  • 6EMCOR amended and restated its credit agreement, establishing a larger $900 million revolving credit facility and a $400 million term loan, improving its financial flexibility.
  • 7Net cash provided by operating activities increased to $128.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2016, up from $95.6 million in the prior year.

Frequently Asked Questions

The acquisition of Ardent Services, L.L.C. and Rabalais Constructors, LLC in April 2016 for $201.4 million was a significant event. This acquisition contributed $58.6 million in revenue and $5.7 million in operating income (net of amortization) during the third quarter of 2016 to the United States electrical construction and facilities services segment, positively impacting overall revenue and profitability.

EMCOR reported a strong backlog of $3.90 billion as of September 30, 2016, an increase from both December 31, 2015 and September 30, 2015. This robust backlog, particularly in its domestic construction segments, suggests continued revenue generation and stability for the upcoming periods.

Corporate administration operating loss increased significantly due to several factors, including higher employment costs (incentive compensation and salaries), increased non-income related taxes, rising software licensing costs, and higher legal expenses. Transaction costs associated with the Ardent acquisition also contributed to the increase in operating loss for the nine-month period.

EMCOR amended and restated its credit agreement effective August 3, 2016, to provide a larger $900 million revolving credit facility and a $400 million term loan. This provides greater financial flexibility and capacity. While total debt increased, the company maintained compliance with covenants and benefited from this enhanced liquidity for operations and strategic initiatives.