Granite Construction secured a $20 million contract to rehabilitate an eight‑mile stretch of U.S. 101 near King City in Monterey County. The win is part of a broader $223 million pipeline of contracts announced in late January, including a $157 million Tucson project and a $66 million Nevada County project. The contract will be funded through federal sources, aligning with the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act tailwinds.
The project will begin in late Q1 2026 and conclude in Q1 2027. Granite’s Coalinga Asphalt Plant will supply 31,900 tons of rubberized hot‑mix asphalt and 5,930 tons of conventional hot‑mix asphalt, underscoring the company’s vertically integrated model that captures margin by producing its own materials.
The win reinforces Granite’s strategy of combining construction services with in‑house material production to secure long‑term, high‑margin projects. Management has highlighted the company’s focus on “best‑value” contracts that deliver stronger pricing power and operational leverage, a shift that has helped the firm maintain healthy margins amid rising input costs.
The project’s inclusion in Granite’s first‑quarter capital‑allocation plan signals confidence in the company’s cash‑flow generation and its ability to deploy capital into projects that drive long‑term growth. Analysts have noted the company’s recent guidance raise for 2025 adjusted EBITDA margin to 11.5‑12.5%, reflecting optimism about continued demand for infrastructure work.
Overall, the U.S. 101 rehabilitation contract adds a steady revenue stream to Granite’s portfolio and demonstrates the firm’s capacity to win sizable federal projects, positioning it well to capitalize on ongoing infrastructure spending.
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