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Solv Energy, Inc.: Q3 FY2026 earnings call

What management said about Q3 FY2026, from the documents filed with the SEC on 12 November 2026: press release. Guidance figures: 5 raised. The quarter’s numbers.

Key takeaways

  • Third-quarter revenue up 65%: Third-quarter revenue was $1,242 million, up 65% year over year. Nine-month revenue was $2,870 million, up 69%. Source
  • Adjusted EBITDA rose to $173 million: Adjusted EBITDA was $173 million, or 13.9% of revenue, against $122 million (16.1%) a year earlier. Nine-month Adjusted EBITDA was $383 million, or 13.3% of revenue. Source
  • Gross margin lower year over year: Gross margin was 17.8% in the third quarter (Adjusted 17.3%), against 19.7% a year earlier. Nine-month gross margin was 16.7% (Adjusted 16.9%), against 18.9%. Source
  • Backlog reached $9.2 billion: Total backlog was about $9.2 billion at September 30, 2026, up from about $8.9 billion at June 30, 2026. Source
  • ASB adds self-perform high-voltage capability: Management said the acquisition expands self-perform high-voltage construction capability and presence in Texas and other high-growth regions. Source
  • Guidance based on year-to-date execution: Management based the revised ranges on year-to-date execution and its current expectations for the remainder of 2026. Source

“SOLV delivered another quarter of strong results, driven by continued execution across the business, our focus on safety, and the dedication of our employees”

George Hershman, Chief Executive Officer of SOLV Energy

Guidance

AreaPeriodFigureAgainst last quarter
Revenue SourceFull year 2026 (year ending December 31, 2026)$4,030 - $4,120Raised from $3,870 - $3,970
Adjusted Gross Profit SourceFull year 2026 (year ending December 31, 2026)$660 - $690Raised from $620 - $660
Adjusted Gross Margin SourceFull year 2026 (year ending December 31, 2026)16.4% - 16.7%Raised from 16.0% - 16.6%
Adjusted EBITDA SourceFull year 2026 (year ending December 31, 2026)$525 - $540Raised from $485 - $505
Adjusted EBITDA Margin SourceFull year 2026 (year ending December 31, 2026)13.0% - 13.1%Raised from 12.5% - 12.7%

What changed from last quarter

  • Guidance raised: Full-year 2026 guidance raised for revenue, Adjusted Gross Profit, Adjusted Gross Margin, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin. Source
  • New: Acquisition of ASB Energy Services completed October 30, 2026. The second-quarter release did not include it. Source

Results and earnings

  • Third-quarter revenue up 65%: Third-quarter revenue was $1,242 million, up 65% year over year. Nine-month revenue was $2,870 million, up 69%. Source
  • Net income higher on operating gains: Third-quarter net income was $123 million against $70 million. Management attributed this to higher operating income and lower interest expense after the February 2026 IPO debt repayment. Source
  • Nine-month charges from IPO and debt: Nine-month net income of $162 million absorbed an $11 million loss on term debt extinguishment and a $77 million one-time non-cash compensation charge tied to IPO equity awards. Source
  • Adjusted EBITDA rose to $173 million: Adjusted EBITDA was $173 million, or 13.9% of revenue, against $122 million (16.1%) a year earlier. Nine-month Adjusted EBITDA was $383 million, or 13.3% of revenue. Source
  • Diluted EPS reported for both periods: Diluted EPS was $0.53 for the quarter and $0.66 for the period from February 12, 2026 to September 30, 2026. Basic EPS was $0.55 and $0.69. Source

Margins and costs

  • Gross margin lower year over year: Gross margin was 17.8% in the third quarter (Adjusted 17.3%), against 19.7% a year earlier. Nine-month gross margin was 16.7% (Adjusted 16.9%), against 18.9%. Source
  • Prior-year projects shaped margin comparison: Management attributed the year-over-year change mainly to 2025 project performance, contingency releases on later-stage projects, and a significant 2025 repair job. Source
  • Incentive pay moved into cost of revenue: From 2026 certain annual incentive compensation is classified in cost of revenue instead of SG&A. The company says this has no effect on net income, Adjusted EBITDA or cash flows. Source
  • SG&A expense higher year over year: Selling, general and administrative expenses were $61.7 million in the third quarter, against $50.5 million a year earlier. Nine-month SG&A was $225.8 million, against $127.7 million. Source

“With a growing backlog, momentum across our operations, and continued demand across our markets, we are raising our full-year guidance and remain focused on disciplined execution, responsible growth, and expanding the value we provide to our customers.”

George Hershman, Chief Executive Officer of SOLV Energy

Demand, backlog and contracts

  • Backlog reached $9.2 billion: Total backlog was about $9.2 billion at September 30, 2026, up from about $8.9 billion at June 30, 2026. Source
  • Growth from new construction and infrastructure: Management said revenue growth came from both new construction activity and existing infrastructure revenue. Source
  • O&M contracted capacity above 24 GW: Over 24 GW is under contract for O&M services, up from over 23 GW in the second-quarter release. Source

ASB Energy Services acquisition

  • ASB adds self-perform high-voltage capability: Management said the acquisition expands self-perform high-voltage construction capability and presence in Texas and other high-growth regions. Source
  • Consideration of cash and Class A shares: Consideration was about $36 million in cash, net of cash acquired, plus 376,836 shares of Class A common stock. Source
  • ASB serves data center and storage customers: ASB serves customers in the data center, energy storage, renewable energy and industrial sectors, and will operate as a SOLV Energy company. Source

“We believe the strength of our backlog and the opportunities we see throughout the energy infrastructure lifecycle position us well as we look ahead to 2027.”

George Hershman, Chief Executive Officer of SOLV Energy

Liquidity, cash and capital

  • Liquidity about $609 million: Liquidity was about $609 million: $422 million of cash and $187 million of revolver availability after about $13 million of letters of credit. The figure excludes ASB. Source
  • Operating cash flow and capital spending: Nine-month operating cash flow was $177 million, against $123 million a year earlier. Purchases of property and equipment were $27 million, against $13 million. Source
  • Financing: share proceeds, LLC interests, debt: Nine-month financing included $844 million of net Class A share issuance proceeds, $292 million for purchase of LLC Interests and $405 million for term debt repayment. Source
  • Distributions to LLC members rose: Distributions to members of SOLV Energy Holdings LLC were $203 million for nine months, against $87 million a year earlier. Source
  • Tax receivable agreement liability recorded: The tax receivable agreement liability was $289.8 million at September 30, 2026. The December 31, 2025 balance sheet showed none. Source
  • Class A shares outstanding at quarter end: Class A common stock outstanding was 131,067,175 shares at September 30, 2026. Source

Guidance basis and management remarks

  • Prior ranges from August release: The prior ranges are those presented in the second-quarter release of August 13, 2026, and the revised ranges replace them. Source
  • Guidance based on year-to-date execution: Management based the revised ranges on year-to-date execution and its current expectations for the remainder of 2026. Source
  • CEO credits execution, safety and employees: CEO George Hershman credited continued execution, the focus on safety and employee dedication for the quarter's results. Source
  • Safety metrics below industry benchmarks: The highlights state that trailing twelve-month safety metrics are below industry benchmarks. Source

Figures management reported

FigureReported
Total backlog Sourceapproximately $9.2 billion
O&M capacity under contract Sourceover 24 GW
Generating capacity built since 2008 Sourceover 24 GW

Risks management discussed

  • Operational: Transaction, integration and IPO-related costs of $5.3 million in the quarter are added back to Adjusted EBITDA as non-recurring. Source

Other quarters

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