Construction
Houston, TX
Financial summary
Comparable pricing
26% above marketComparable Construction businesses sell at a median of 2.9x SDE, based on several listings. This one asks 3.7x, about 26% above that median. At the comparable median it would price ~$3.9M.Methodology refines over time.Comparable Construction businesses sell around $3.9M vs this $4.8M ask.
Methodology refines over time.
SBA financeability
Businesses in construction & specialty trades are commonly SBA-financed. The figures below are the industry-category norm from SBA 7(a)/504 lending, a gauge of how financeable a deal like this tends to be.
Construction & Specialty Trades benchmarks
Typical SBA leverage
64%
Industry charge-off
1.8%
Common term
10 yr
Median loan
$148,000
Active lenders in this category: The Huntington National Bank, U.S. Bank, National Association, TD Bank, National Association.
Based on 45,914 SBA loans · source: SBA 7(a)/504 FOIA, as of 2026Q1 · industry-category level.
Detailed information
priced below 1.5x revenue and strong SDE.
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Business description
Civil and structural engineering firm focused on infrastructure projects such as roadways, transportation, and bridges. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, they serve a broad geographic footprint, with the majority of work concentrated in Texas and a growing presence across the Southeast. The operations are supported by 50 full-time professionals, including 7 licensed Professional Engineers (PEs), ~14 Engineers-in-Training (EITs), and a skilled team of technical and administrative personnel. The seller has no billable hours and has been working hard over the last few years to mentor and hand off client relationships to key managers. The company has built a strong client base consisting of state Departments of Transportation (DOTs), local municipalities, large general contractors, and developers. A significant portion of revenue is derived from repeat clients. They have experienced a 5-year upward trend, producing a 28% margin, and are annualizing $1,863,901 in Cash Flow for 2026! Owner is planning for retirement due to age and has offered to carry 15% of the purchase price in addition to a transition period of 2-3 years to show a vested interest in the continued success of the business post-close. With a purchase price of $4,850,000, a solid operational foundation and established market presence, the business presents multiple avenues for growth under new ownership. Opportunities include expanding into additional geographic markets, increasing participation in federal and government projects, further developing the firm’s vertical engineering capabilities, and capitalizing on high-growth sectors such as data centers and large-scale infrastructure developments. The company’s experienced team, scalable platform, and strong industry relationships position it well for continued expansion and long-term success.
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