INDUSTRY
ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION
The Engineering and Construction sector is a cornerstone of the global economy, driving infrastructure development and employing millions of skilled workers. The sector faces significant challenges, including project delays, cost overruns, resource management, and the complexities of adhering to stringent safety and environmental regulations. Addressing these challenges demands considerable financial investment to ensure sustainable growth.
Industry factsheet
The Engineering, Construction, and Building Materials sectors involve the planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining infrastructure projects such as buildings, roads, bridges, and other large physical structures. It also includes manufacturing construction materials like cement, steel, and glass.
EUROPE TURNOVER
MAIN CURRENCY
DOMESTIC TRADE
FOREIGN TRADE
SUPPLY CHAIN TEARING
€ 1.5 T
€
60%
40%
5+
EUROPE TURNOVER
€ 1.5 T
MAIN CURRENCY
€
DOMESTIC TRADE
60%
FOREIGN TRADE
40%
SUPPLY CHAIN TEARING
5+
Notable companies
Creditworthiness
Generally moderate to high, with large firms like Vinci and HeidelbergCement having strong credit ratings (A or above), while smaller firms may have more variable ratings due to project-based revenue streams and economic cycles.
Geographic distribution, %
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DSO
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Working capital challenges
Engineering and Construction businesses experience substantial cash outflows throughout various project phases, while their revenue streams are often delayed. This financial unpredictability requires careful cash flow management to maintain operational stability.
- Long project durations
- Large capital outlays
- Payment delays and disputes
- Managing multiple subcontractors
- Project cost overruns
Invoice sizes
€10,000,000
Maximum
€250,000
Average
€ 10,000
Minimum
Turnover size distribution
Engineering & Construction companies, Europe, %
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Economic outlook
Growth in the Engineering and Construction sector will be driven by infrastructure development, urbanization, and green building trends. Public and private investments in smart cities and renewable energy projects will be significant growth drivers.
Top invoicing currencies
- EURO
- US Dollar
- British Pound
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