Structural Steel Manufacturer - AISC Certified

NOT DISCLOSED, Texas

Asking Price	$2,950,000	Year Established
Annual Revenue	$10,725,108	Reason for Selling	Retirement
Annual P/L	$0	Attention	Walter Szuja
Annual Cash Flow	$439,043	Listing Number	1010825
# of Employees	42	Business Category	Manufacturing: Agricultural Manufacturing

Business Overview:

Presented is a well-established structural steel fabrication business with a nearly 50-years trading history. It serves commercial, industrial, and government clients across Texas, with some client relationships spanning over 40 years. Its AISC certification is a key differentiator, qualifying it for government and municipal contracts in a market with limited certified competitors. The business will be sold together with its modern industrial manufacturing plant, separate office building, and related real estate for an additional $10.4M.

Over the past three years, revenues have ranged from $8.4M to $13M. The three-year average sellers discretionary earnings stands at approximately $494,704, and the business uses percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting, which is standard for the industry.

As of writing, the business currently operates at roughly 75% capacity, with existing infrastructure already in place to support up to 15,000 additional sq ft. of shop space. A skilled management team, including a seasoned CFO/Controller and an AISC Compliance Manager, reduces owner dependency and supports a smooth transition, with the retiring owner offering up to one year of post-sale consultation.

Texas is experiencing significant growth in data center development as artificial intelligence and cloud computing drive demand for large-scale digital infrastructure. This trend is expected to support continued demand for structural steel fabrication, as data centers and related power, cooling, and infrastructure projects require substantial steel-intensive construction. The business is positioned for further growth with these favorable macroeconomic tailwinds, including reshoring trends, steel tariffs, and strong construction demand. This opportunity is Ideal for buyers with industry experience seeking a scalable, relationship-driven business with proven potential.

Prior to engaging in detailed negotiations or accepting any Letter of Intent, the Seller and broker will require satisfactory evidence of the buyer’s financial capability to complete the transaction. This may include a recent proof of funds statement, bank comfort letter, lender prequalification, or other documentation from a recognized financial institution confirming that the buyer has the liquidity, financing capacity, or committed funding necessary to close a transaction of this size. Additional confidential information may be limited until the buyer has signed an NDA and demonstrated sufficient financial capacity.

Property Features and Assets:

<p>• Main Manufacturing Building (with Attached Office Component) – The primary improvement<br>consists of an approximately 55,310 square foot industrial manufacturing facility constructed<br>in 2016. The building is situated on a concrete slab foundation and is classified as Class C –<br>Masonry, with metal exterior walls, a metal roof, and an exposed ceiling typical of industrial<br>construction. The facility includes an attached office component integrated within the structure<br>and is equipped with multiple overhead cranes, including five 5-ton and one 10-ton cranes,<br>supporting manufacturing operations. The building provides four drive-in doors, and four<br>standard entrance/exits, with no dock-high loading reported. Clear heights range from<br>approximately 20 to 25 feet, and interior finishes within the industrial area consist primarily of<br>concrete flooring and fluorescent lighting. Electrical service is considered adequate for the<br>intended industrial use, and the building is sprinklered.<br><br>• Office Building – The property also includes a detached office building containing<br>approximately 5,580 square feet, constructed in 2016 and situated on a concrete slab<br>foundation. The building is classified as Class C – Masonry and features brick and masonry<br>exterior walls with interior finishes consisting primarily of tile flooring and vinyl ceilings. The<br>office layout includes multiple private offices, conference rooms, men’s and women’s<br>restrooms, break room areas, storage rooms, and dedicated internet rooms. The office space<br>represents approximately 16.8% of the total building area and is air-conditioned.</p><p><br></p>

Market Competition and Expansion:

<p>Steel framers are navigating a mixed but resilient landscape as structural steel erection tracks surging demand in select nonresidential segments, even while traditional office and multifamily pipelines weaken. Warehouse, data center and public infrastructure work have helped offset softness in speculative office towers, enabling many framing contractors to keep crews busy despite higher material and borrowing costs. At the same time, rising labor costs and volatile steel pricing have pushed contractors to rethink how and where they add value. Overall, industry revenue has been increasing at a CAGR of 2.3% over the past five years, including an expected increase of 1.2% in 2026 to reach an estimated $27.4 billion.<br><br>Over the past five years, the center of gravity for steel framing has shifted toward logistics, tech and advanced manufacturing projects. Warehouse construction jumped more than 50.0% from 2021 to 2023 as e‑commerce expanded, while data center construction value climbed over 200.0% from 2021 to 2024, reflecting the build‑out of AI and cloud infrastructure. Government-backed spending through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the CHIPS and Science Act and the Inflation Reduction Act drove a surge in manufacturing and infrastructure facilities, although momentum began to cool in 2024 and 2025 as funding pauses and policy resets introduced new uncertainty.<br><br>Looking ahead five years, steel framing demand is set to remain uneven, pressured by weak office and some manufacturing segments, yet buoyed by AI data centers, hotel pipelines and ongoing infrastructure needs. Thousands of hotel projects and steel‑heavy data centers promise multi‑year, high‑tonnage opportunities, particularly for contractors that can integrate detailing, fabrication and erection. However, contractors will wrestle with rising steel and cement costs, potential tariff escalations and intensifying price competition as more contractors chase a finite pool of work. Profit growth will hinge on securing escalation clauses, expanding off‑site fabrication and moving up the value chain into preconstruction and design‑assist roles to better manage risk and protect profit. Industry revenue is forecast to climb at a CAGR of 1.5% to reach $29.6 billion through the end of 2031.<br> <br>The company operates from a custom-built facility designed for efficient steel fabrication, with significant room for expansion. It maintains a skilled team of estimators, project managers, quality control personnel, and shop employees, supported by an expert management team. AISC certification allows the business to access premium projects and government contracts, while long-term relationships with key general contractors ensure consistent repeat business and strong referrals.<br><br>The company offers clear growth opportunities, including expanding the facility, increasing project bids, and developing a miscellaneous steel division for stairs, railings, and roof ladders. Recent equipment investments and potential automation upgrades can boost production capacity. With proven management, established infrastructure, and untapped bidding capacity, it is a turnkey operation ready for a buyer seeking a reputable, growth-ready steel fabrication business in Central Texas.</p>

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