Construction Company Financial Model

This 20-Year, 3-Statement Construction Company Financial Model in Excel provides a structured framework to analyze the financial health and project profitability.

Financial Model for a Construction Company

130 spreadsheets of data provide a structured framework to analyze the financial health, project profitability, and overall sustainability of your company.

Easily track Deposits and Milestone Payments in color-coded tabs and cells on multiple projects. Individual cell columns for costings examples such as concrete, steel, lumber, drywall, doors, and windows, view equipment hire expenditure from cranes and diggers, to power tools. View subcontractor fees, such as HVAC installation and plumbing, and track site preparation costs like land clearing, demolition, excavation, and grading. View temporary utility expenditure and waste recycling costs, amounts spent on permits and legal fees such as structural, civil, and mechanical, monitor contingency funding like weather delays and unstable soils, and view money spent on Insurance and Bonds for accidents and performance bonuses. Over 140 Excel tabs.

It includes three core financial statements:

Income Statement (Profit & Loss Statement)
Cash Flow Statement
Balance Sheet

Income Statement (P&L Statement)

The income statement for a construction company reflects revenue, costs, and profitability over a given period. It follows this structure:

A. Revenue (Top Line)

Construction Contracts Revenue – Revenue from projects undertaken, including residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
Change Orders & Extra Work Revenue – Additional revenue from contract modifications.
Consulting & Design Fees – Income from architectural and design services.
Retentions Receivable – Portion of revenue withheld until project completion.
Other Income – Revenue from equipment rentals, subcontracting work, or government grants.

B. Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)

Direct Materials – Cost of raw materials (concrete, steel, wood, etc.).
Direct Labor – Wages for workers, subcontractors, and site supervisors.
Equipment & Machinery Costs – Depreciation, leasing, or fuel costs for machinery.
Subcontractor Costs – Payments to external contractors.
Site Overheads – Security, temporary facilities, utilities.

C. Gross Profit

Gross Profit = Revenue – COGS
Indicates profitability before operating expenses.

D. Operating Expenses

Salaries & Wages – Administrative and corporate staff salaries.
Office Expenses – Rent, utilities, supplies.
Marketing & Business Development – Advertising, client acquisition.
Legal & Compliance Costs – Licenses, insurance, regulatory fees.
Depreciation & Amortization – Non-cash expenses for asset wear and tear.

E. Operating Profit (EBIT)

EBIT = Gross Profit – Operating Expenses
Represents earnings before interest and taxes.

F. Interest & Taxes

Interest Expense – Loans and credit facility interest payments.
Taxes – Corporate tax, VAT, or industry-specific taxes.

G. Net Profit (Bottom Line)

Net Profit = EBIT – Interest – Taxes
Indicates final profitability after all expenses.

Construction Company Financial Model Cash Flow Statement

The cash flow statement tracks cash inflows and outflows, divided into three main sections:

A. Cash Flow from Operating Activities

Net Income – From the income statement.
Adjustments for Non-Cash Items – Depreciation & amortization.
Changes in Working Capital:
- Accounts Receivable – Cash impact of unpaid invoices.
- Accounts Payable – Payments due to suppliers.
- Inventory – Purchase and usage of materials.
- Retentions Payable/Receivable – Held-back amounts in construction contracts.

B. Cash Flow from Investing Activities

Capital Expenditures (CapEx) – Purchase of land, buildings, and machinery.
Sale of Fixed Assets – Proceeds from selling old machinery or real estate.
Investments in Joint Ventures – Funds allocated to new projects.

C. Cash Flow from Financing Activities

New Debt Issuance – Loans, bonds, or credit lines secured.
Debt Repayment – Paying down existing loans.
Equity Issuance – New shares issued for capital.
Dividends Paid – Distributions to shareholders.

Final Cash Flow Position:
Net Cash Flow = Operating CF + Investing CF + Financing CF
Represents the actual cash available for future operations.

Construction Company Financial Model Balance Sheet

The balance sheet provides a snapshot of the company’s financial position at a given time.

A. Assets

1. Current Assets (Short-Term)

Cash & Cash Equivalents – Bank balances and liquid investments.
Accounts Receivable – Money owed by clients.
Inventory & Work-in-Progress (WIP) – Raw materials and ongoing projects.
Retentions Receivable – Funds withheld until project milestones.
Prepaid Expenses – Rent, insurance, and supplier advances.

2. Non-Current Assets (Long-Term)

Property, Plant & Equipment (PPE) – Machinery, construction tools.
Land & Buildings – Real estate owned.
Intangible Assets – Goodwill, patents, brand recognition.
Long-Term Investments – Stakes in other construction firms or infrastructure projects.

B. Liabilities

1. Current Liabilities (Short-Term)

Accounts Payable – Due payments to suppliers.
Short-Term Loans – Credit lines, overdrafts.
Taxes Payable – Corporate and VAT taxes owed.
Accrued Expenses – Unpaid salaries, utilities, and operational costs.
Retentions Payable – Amounts owed to subcontractors upon project completion.

2. Non-Current Liabilities (Long-Term)

Long-Term Loans & Bonds – Bank loans for large-scale projects.
Leases – Equipment or office rental obligations.
Deferred Tax Liabilities – Taxes owed due to accounting differences.

C. Equity

Share Capital – Funds from equity investors.
Retained Earnings – Profits reinvested in the business.
Additional Paid-in Capital – Extra funds raised beyond nominal share value.
Shareholder Loans – Capital injections from owners.

Final Balance Sheet Equation:
Assets = Liabilities + Equity
Ensures financial equilibrium.

Key Metrics & Ratios for a Construction Financial Model

To analyze financial health, these ratios can be tracked:

Gross Margin (%) = (Gross Profit / Revenue) × 100
Operating Margin (%) = (EBIT / Revenue) × 100
Net Profit Margin (%) = (Net Profit / Revenue) × 100
Current Ratio = Current Assets / Current Liabilities (Measures liquidity)
Debt-to-Equity Ratio = Total Debt / Total Equity (Measures leverage)
Return on Assets (ROA) = Net Income / Total Assets
Return on Equity (ROE) = Net Income / Shareholder Equity
Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) = Days Inventory Outstanding + Days Sales Outstanding – Days Payable Outstanding

Construction Model Inputs Tab
- Inputs for Deposits and Milestone Payments
- Costings, this link to the “OPEX Costings” tab where financial details of materials, equipment hire, subcontractor fees, etc are added.
- PP&E is where you can total values from your physical assets used to generate revenue and operate the business, such as buildings, machinery, vehicles, and land.

Construction Model PP&E Tab
- Monetary inputs for the value of land bought by your company.
- Inputs for buildings built by you for sale later.

OPEX Costing Tab In The Construction Model
- Total personnel costs for your projects
- Material costs such as concrete, timber, steel, drywall, windows, doors, etc.
- Equipment hire costs, add values here for all your equipment, from cranes and bulldozers to electric drills.
- Subcontractor fees, like HVAC and landscaping.
- Site preparation costs, land clearing, demolition, and excavation.
- Temporary utilities
- Waste recycling and 3 more sections

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