2014 Annual Report
Granite—Building Excellence
“ We continue to execute on our Strategic Plan to transform and
grow our vertically integrated business, grow our large projects
business, grow through diversification, and optimize our business.
We are mindful of the opportunities provided by the foundation
of our Sustainability Plan, where Safety and Ethics lead our
behaviors at all levels in our Company. The investments we have
made and will continue to make allow our passionate, dedicated
teams to meet our commitments to build value in our business,
for our shareholders, and across our communities.”
JAMES H. ROBERTS, PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Through its offices and subsidiaries nationwide, Granite Construction
Incorporated (NYSE:GVA) is one of the nation’s leading infrastructure
contractors and construction materials producers. Recognized as one
of the top 25 largest construction companies in the U.S., Granite
specializes in complex infrastructure projects, including transportation,
industrial and federal contracting, and is a proven leader in alternative
procurement project delivery.
Granite is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker
symbol GVA and is part of the S&P MidCap 400 Index, the FTSE KLD
400 Social Index and the Russell 2000 Index. For more information,
please visit our website at www.graniteconstruction.com.
Pictured on cover (clockwise from top left): The Carmel River Reroute & San Clemente Dam Removal (CRRDR), Carmel Valley, CA. The “Left Coast Lifter” Crane in New York Harbor
in transit to the Tappan Zee Bridge, Westchester/Rockland Counties, NY. Big Bend Pavement Preservation, Brewster County, TX. Copyright © 2015 Granite Construction Incorporated.
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To Our Shareholders
2014 RESULTS
Last year we reported net income of $25.3 million compared
with a net loss of $36.4 million in 2013, which included $52.1
million of restructuring and impairment charges related to the
completion of the 2010 Enterprise Improvement Plan (EIP).
Earnings per share totaled $0.64 in 2014, compared to a loss
of $0.17 per share in 2013, or a loss of $0.94 per share includ
ing the EIP charges.
Revenues increased 0.4 percent to $2.3 billion in 2014,
driven primarily by the Large Projects Construction and Con
struction Materials segments. Weakerthanexpected revenue
performance in the Construction segment resulted from a
continued lack of longterm funding for infrastructure in the
United States.
Total Company gross profit increased more than 35% in
2014 to $250.3 million, with gross profit margin increasing
to 11.0 percent, up from 8.2 percent the previous year. Con
struction segment gross profit margin finished 2014 at 10.0
percent, up 150 basis points from last year. In the Large Project
Construction segment, gross profit margin improved more than
400 basis points in 2014 to 13.6 percent. And our Construction
Materials segment also showed significant progress in 2014,
with gross profit margin finishing at 7.2 percent, also up more
than 400 basis points from 2013.
We finished 2014 with a second consecutive record year
end total company backlog of $2.7 billion, up 7.6 percent from
$2.5 billion in 2013. Our balance sheet strengthened in 2014,
helping us to execute and build on our strategic plan and fuel
our growth.
EXECUTIONAL EXCELLENCE
We were encouraged by improved results in 2014, driven by
our focus on project execution and Continuous Improvement.
The investment we have made over the past couple of years
has helped us to grow profitability at both the project and
plant level. This progress, however, represents only a check
point for Granite on our path for improved shareholder returns.
Granite’s reputation underpins our ability to attract and
retain all of our stakeholders: shareholders, customers, employ
ees, and partners. Our record backlog and strong balance
sheet are a reflection of our strategic execution, strong over
sight, and broad operational skills. Financial and operating
metrics, though, represent only part of our equation for success.
We were recognized for the sixth consecutive year as one of
the World’s Most Ethical Companies®1 by Ethisphere Institute®,
an important differentiator when partnering with other
highquality companies and in our work for both government
and private industrial customers.
Further more, 2014 was the safest year in our Company’s
history, continuing a more than decadelong trend of safety
improvement, helping to illustrate our commitment to employ
ees and partners, as well as the general public adjacent to our
work zones. Highlighted in our integrated Sustainability Plan and
Sustainability Report published in 2014, we believe the health,
wellness, training, development, and retention of our employees
are priorities that enhance Granite’s longterm viability.
Financial, operational, and reputational strength are critical
elements of our role as a leader in all segments of our business.
These attributes also particularly highlight Granite’s role as a
leader in Large Projects, enabling our partnerships with distin
guished companies to build some of today’s great infrastructure
projects, including the Tappan Zee Bridge in New York, the
IH35E in Texas, the I4 Ultimate in Florida, and the Pennsylvania
Rapid Bridge Replacement Project.
FORGING AHEAD —2015 AND BEYOND
We have said for some time that recovery first would appear
in the Construction Materials segment, which began in 2014.
With local market conditions expected to continue the trend
of modest growth, additional price improvement is expected
in 2015. Efficiency and cost control, however, also remain key
drivers of segment profit performance.
(1) The World’s Most Ethical Company assessment is based upon the Ethisphere Institute’s Ethics Quotient™ (EQ) framework developed over years of research to provide a means to
assess an organization’s performance in an objective, consistent and standardized way. The Ethisphere® Institute is the global leader in defining and advancing the standards of
ethical business practices that fuel corporate character, marketplace trust and business success. The EQ framework consists of five core categories. The categories and associated
weighting for each is defined as follows: Ethics and Compliance Program (35%), Corporate Citizenship and Responsibility (20%), Culture of Ethics (20%), Governance (15%), and
Leadership, Innovation and Reputation (10%). More information about Ethisphere can be found at: www.ethisphere.com.
Certainly, we are pleased to see states moving proactively,
but these actions all are likely to fall short of their goals without
decisive, longterm federal funding support. We are optimistic
that Congress and the Administration will pass a longterm
highway bill in 2015. We continue to expect that a bill with a
modest increase in year one, along with indexed growth, will
provide the basis that individual states are seeking to unleash
projects that have been postponed for several years. We expect
to be a beneficiary of the quick infusion of projects that would
follow shortly thereafter.
We finished 2014 a stronger enterprise, poised for growth.
We are proud to be an industry leader, recognized as one of
the World’s Most Ethical Companies®. We are equally proud
to be an industry leader in sustainability, highlighting our foun
dation of safety and ethics. Our teams continue to focus on
delivering results for our customers and for our shareholders,
recognizing that leadership is reflected in financial results. As
we execute on our Strategic Plan, we expect to be a stronger
company in 2015 than we were in 2014, positioning Granite
to grow revenue and profitability this year and for many years
to come.
And finally, a sincere thank you to Granite employees,
whose tireless effort makes us the best in the industry.
James H. Roberts, President and Chief Executive Officer
William H. Powell, Chairman of the Board
In the Large Project Construction segment, we have
maintained a steady, roughly twoyear rolling roster of bid
ding opportunities, primarily transportation projects, totaling
between $15 billion to $20 billion, with our venture portion
typically about 40 percent of the potential revenue. This mar
ket is large, robust, healthy and competitive, and we are proud
to be one of the market leaders. We are focused in 2015 on
executing on our more than $2 billion of segment backlog,
even as we track another $40 to $50 billion of future projects
beyond 2016. We remain vigilant in balancing the significant
risks of these enormous efforts with expectations of gross
profit margins in the midteens over the life of our projects.
Market conditions in our vertically integrated business
remain competitive and stable despite the lack of a longterm
federal highway bill. Last year, lack of funding visibility resulted
in project bidding delays in some Western markets. In light of
these tepid market conditions, we expect Construction seg
ment 2015 profit improvement primarily to be driven again by
improved execution and pricing.
Today’s shortterm federal funding approach serves only to
stabilize current projects and select highway and public trans
portation programs in the procurement phase. Responding to
the lack of longterm, public infrastructure funding, support,
and planning, American citizens and legislators in a number
of states have taken action recently to help fill this funding
uncertainty and enable more longterm planning.
Act 89 was passed in Pennsylvania in 2013. The new
transportation funding scheme is enabling the $899 million
Pennsylvania Rapid Bridge Replacement project to move for
ward. Without the passage of Act 89 and a 2012 publicprivate
partnerships law, this bridge replacement project would not
have been possible. Voters in Texas approved Proposition 1 last
year. This amendment authorizes the use of an estimated more
than $1 billion annually of Texas oil revenue proceeds to be
transferred to the state highway fund to assist in the comple
tion of transportation construction, maintenance, and reha
bilitation projects. In California, voters last year approved a
$7.12 billion Water Bond, Prop 1, as well as Prop 2, the Budget
Stabilization Fund act, a rainy day fund. Utah’s legislature
recently passed its first gastax reform in nearly 20 years. And
South Dakota’s latest transportation funding bill includes both
an increase in gas taxes as well as fee increases to support
infrastructure investment. Ballot initiatives and state bills sup
porting infrastructure investment are in process in nearly two
dozen other states.
2014 Form 10-K
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-K
ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014
OR
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from _____ to _____
Commission file number 1-12911
Granite Construction Incorporated
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)
77-0239383
(I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)
585 West Beach Street
Watsonville, California
(Address of principal executive offices)
95076
(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (831) 724-1011
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class
Common Stock, $0.01 par value
Name of each exchange on which registered
New York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes No
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Yes No
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing
requirements for the past 90 days. Yes No
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be
submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the
registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes No
Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K (§ 229.405 of this chapter) is not contained herein, and will not
be contained, to the best of registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any
amendment to this Form 10-K.
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See the
definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. Large accelerated filer
Accelerated filer Non-accelerated filer Smaller reporting company
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act). Yes No
The aggregate market value of voting and non-voting common equity held by non-affiliates of the registrant was $1.4 billion as of June 30, 2014, based
upon the price at which the registrant’s Common Stock was last sold as reported on the New York Stock Exchange on such date.
At February 18, 2015, 39,187,087 shares of Common Stock, par value $0.01, of the registrant were outstanding.
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
Certain information called for by Part III is incorporated by reference to the definitive Proxy Statement for the Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Granite
Construction Incorporated to be held on June 4, 2015, which will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission not later than 120 days after
December 31, 2014.
PART I
Index
BUSINESS
Item 1.
Item 1A. RISK FACTORS
Item 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS
Item 2.
Item 3.
Item 4.
PROPERTIES
LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES
PART II
Item 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER
PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA
Item 6.
Item 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF
OPERATIONS
Item 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
Item 8.
Item 9.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA
CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL
DISCLOSURE
Item 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Item 9B. OTHER INFORMATION
PART III
Item 10. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Item 11.
Item 12.
EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT AND RELATED
STOCKHOLDER MATTERS
Item 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS, AND DIRECTOR INDEPENDENCE
Item 14.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT FEES AND SERVICES
PART IV
Item 15.
EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES
EXHIBIT 21
EXHIBIT 23.1
EXHIBIT 31.1
EXHIBIT 31.2
EXHIBIT 32
EXHIBIT 95
EXHIBIT 101.INS
EXHIBIT 101.SCH
EXHIBIT 101.CAL
EXHIBIT 101.DEF
EXHIBIT 101.LAB
EXHIBIT 101.PRE
1
DISCLOSURE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
From time to time, Granite makes certain comments and disclosures in reports and statements, including in this Annual Report on
Form 10-K, or statements made by its officers or directors, that are not based on historical facts, including statements regarding
future events, occurrences, circumstances, activities, performance, outcomes and results that may constitute forward-looking
statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are
identified by words such as “future,” “outlook,” “assumes,” “believes,” “expects,” “estimates,” “anticipates,” “intends,”
“plans,” “appears,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “would,” “continue,” and the negatives thereof or other comparable
terminology or by the context in which they are made. In addition, other written or oral statements which constitute forward-
looking statements have been made and may in the future be made by or on behalf of Granite. These forward-looking statements
are estimates reflecting the best judgment of senior management and reflect our current expectations regarding future events,
occurrences, circumstances, activities, performance, outcomes and results. These expectations may or may not be realized. Some of
these expectations may be based on beliefs, assumptions or estimates that may prove to be incorrect. In addition, our business and
operations involve numerous risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control, which could result in our expectations
not being realized or otherwise materially affect our business, financial condition, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those more specifically described in this report under “Item 1A. Risk
Factors.” Due to the inherent risks and uncertainties associated with our forward-looking statements, the reader is cautioned not
to place undue reliance on them. The reader is also cautioned that the forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as
of the date of this Annual Report on Form 10-K, and, except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to revise or update any
forward-looking statements for any reason.
Item 1. BUSINESS
Introduction
PART I
Granite Construction Company was originally incorporated in 1922. In 1990, Granite Construction Incorporated was formed as the
holding company for Granite Construction Company and its wholly-owned subsidiaries and was incorporated in Delaware. Unless
otherwise indicated, the terms “we,” “us,” “our,” “Company” and “Granite” refer to Granite Construction Incorporated and its
consolidated subsidiaries.
We are one of the largest diversified heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers in the United States. We operate
nationwide, serving both public and private sector clients. Within the public sector, we primarily concentrate on heavy-civil
infrastructure projects, including the construction of streets, roads, highways, mass transit facilities, airport infrastructure, bridges,
trenchless and underground utilities, power-related facilities, utilities, tunnels, dams and other infrastructure-related projects.
Within the private sector, we perform site preparation and infrastructure services for residential development, energy development,
commercial and industrial sites, and other facilities, as well as provide construction management professional services.
We own and lease substantial aggregate reserves and own a number of plant facilities to produce construction materials for use in
our construction business and for sale to third parties. We also have one of the largest contractor-owned heavy construction
equipment fleets in the United States. We believe that the ownership of these assets enables us to compete more effectively by
ensuring availability of these resources at a favorable cost.
In December 2012, we purchased 100% of the outstanding stock of Kenny Construction Company (“Kenny”), a Northbrook,
Illinois-based national contractor and construction manager. Amounts associated with Kenny are included in our consolidated
statements of operations and of cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013 and on the consolidated balance
sheets as of December 31, 2014 and 2013.
Operating Structure
During 2014, our business was organized into four reportable business segments. These business segments were: Construction,
Large Project Construction, Construction Materials and Real Estate. In the fourth quarter of 2014, we determined that the Real
Estate segment no longer met the requirements of a reportable business segment under Accounting Standard Codification (“ASC”)
280 and have eliminated it as a segment for all periods presented. See Note 20 of “Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements”
for additional information about our reportable business segments.
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In addition to business segments, we review our business by operating groups and by public and private market sectors. Our
operating groups are defined as follows: 1) California; 2) Northwest, which primarily includes offices in Alaska, Arizona, Nevada,
Utah and Washington; 3) Heavy Civil, which primarily includes offices in California, Florida, New York and Texas; and 4) Kenny,
which primarily includes offices in Colorado and Illinois. Each of these operating groups may include financial results from our
Construction and Large Project Construction segments. A project’s results are reported in the operating group that is responsible
for the project, not necessarily the geographic area where the work is located. In some cases, the operations of an operating group
include the results of work performed outside of that geographic region. Our California and Northwest operating groups include
financial results from our Construction Materials segment.
Construction: Revenue from our Construction segment was $1.2 billion and $1.3 billion (52.1% and 55.2% of our total revenue) in
2014 and 2013, respectively. Revenue from our Construction segment is derived from both public and private sector clients. The
Construction segment performs construction management, as well as various civil construction projects with a large portion of the
work focused on new construction and improvement of streets, roads, highways, bridges, site work, underground, power-related
facilities, utilities and other infrastructure projects. These projects are typically bid-build and construction management projects
completed within two years with a contract value of less than $75 million.
Large Project Construction: Revenue from our Large Project Construction segment was $825.0 million and $777.8 million (36.3%
and 34.3% of our total revenue) in 2014 and 2013, respectively. The Large Project Construction segment focuses on large, complex
infrastructure projects which typically have a longer duration than our Construction segment work. These projects include major
highways, mass transit facilities, bridges, tunnels, waterway locks and dams, pipelines, canals, power-related facilities, utilities and
airport infrastructure. This segment primarily includes bid-build, design-build and construction management/general contractor
contracts, together with various contract methods relating to Public Private Partnerships, generally with contract values in excess
of $75 million.
We utilize the design-build construction management/general contract, construction management at-risk, and other alternative
procurement methods of project delivery. Unlike traditional projects where owners first hire a design firm or design a project
themselves and then put the project out to bid for construction, design-build projects provide the owner with a single point of
responsibility and a single contact for both final design and construction. Although design-build projects carry additional risk as
compared to traditional bid/build projects, the profit potential can also be higher. Under the construction management/general
contract method of delivery, we contract with owners to manage the design phase of the contract with the understanding that we
will negotiate a contract on the construction phase when the design nears completion. Revenue from alternative procurement
method projects jointly represented 72.1% and 63.6% of Large Project Construction revenue in 2014 and 2013, respectively.
We participate in joint ventures with other construction companies mainly on projects in our Large Project Construction segment.
Joint ventures are typically used for large, technically complex projects, including design-build projects, where it is necessary or
desirable to share risk and resources. Joint venture partners typically provide independently prepared estimates, shared financing
and equipment, and often bring local knowledge and expertise (see “Joint Ventures” section below).
Construction Materials: Revenue from our Construction Materials segment was $263.8 million and $237.9 million (11.6% and
10.5% of our total revenue) in 2014 and 2013, respectively. The Construction Materials segment mines and processes aggregates
and operates plants that produce construction materials for internal use and for sale to third parties. We have significant aggregate
reserves that we own or lease through long-term leases. Sales to our construction projects represented 30.5% of our gross
sales during 2014, and ranged from 30.5% to 45.6% over the last five years. The remainder is sold to third parties.
During 2013 and in connection with our 2010 Enterprise Improvement Plan (“EIP”), we recorded $14.7 million in restructuring
charges related to non-performing quarry sites and incurred $3.2 million in lease termination charges, both related to the
Construction Materials segment. During 2014 we recorded a $1.3 million restructuring gain resulting from our release from the
lease obligations. In addition, during 2013 as part of the EIP we recorded $31.1 million of non-cash impairment charges, including
amounts attributable to non-controlling interests of $3.9 million, related to all of the remaining consolidated real estate assets.
Separate from the EIP, we recorded $1.3 million in non-cash impairment gains and $3.2 million in non-cash impairment charges
during 2014 and 2013, respectively, related to the Construction Materials segment. See Note 11 of “Notes to the Consolidated
Financial Statements” and “Restructuring and Impairment (Gains) Charges, Net” under “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and
Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” for additional information.
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Business Strategy
Our fundamental objective is to increase long-term shareholder value as measured by the appreciation of the value of our common
stock over a period of time, as well as dividend payouts. A specific measure of our financial success is the achievement of a return
on net assets greater than the cost of capital. The following are key factors in our ability to achieve these objectives:
Aggregate Materials - We own and lease aggregate reserves and own processing plants that are vertically integrated into our
construction operations. By ensuring availability of these resources and providing quality products, we believe we have a
competitive advantage in many of our markets, as well as a source of revenue and earnings from the sale of construction materials
to third parties.
Controlled Growth - We intend to grow our business by working on many types of infrastructure projects, as well as by expanding
into new geographic areas organically and through acquisitions. In addition, our financial strength and project experience provide
us with a competitive advantage, as we focus our efforts on larger projects.
Decentralized Profit Centers - Each of our operating groups is established as an individual profit center which encourages
entrepreneurial activity while allowing the operating groups to benefit from centralized administrative and support functions.
Diversification - To mitigate the risks inherent in the construction business as the result of general economic factors, we pursue
projects: (i) in both the public and private sectors; (ii) in federal, rail, power and renewable energy markets; (iii) for a wide range
of customers within each sector (from the federal government to small municipalities and from large corporations to individual
homeowners); (iv) in diverse geographic markets; (v) that are construction management/general contractor, design-build and bid-
build; (vi) at fixed price, time and materials, cost reimbursable and fixed unit price; and (vii) of various sizes, durations and
complexity. In addition to pursuing opportunities with traditional project funding, we continue to evaluate other sources of project
funding (e.g., public and private partnerships).
Employee Development - We believe that our employees are key to the successful implementation of our business strategies.
Significant resources are employed to attract, develop and retain extraordinary talent and fully promote each employee’s
capabilities.
Core Competency Focus - A core competency is to perform the myriad tasks necessary to deliver major infrastructure projects.
These projects include the building of roads, highways, bridges, dams, tunnels, mass transit facilities, airport and railroad
infrastructure, underground utilities, power-related facilities, materials management, construction management, staff augmentation
and site preparation. This focus allows us to most effectively utilize our specialized strengths.
Ownership of Construction Equipment - We own a large fleet of well-maintained heavy construction equipment. The ownership of
construction equipment enables us to compete more effectively by ensuring availability of the equipment at a favorable cost.
Profit-based Incentives - Managers are incentivized with cash compensation and restricted equity awards, payable upon the
attainment of pre-established annual financial and non-financial metrics.
Selective Bidding - We focus our resources on bidding jobs that meet our selective bidding criteria, which include analyzing the
risk of a potential job relative to: (i) available personnel to estimate and prepare the proposal as well as to effectively manage and
build the project; (ii) the competitive environment; (iii) our experience with the type of work and with the owner; (iv) local
resources and partnerships; (v) equipment resources; and (vi) the size, complexity and expected profitability of the job.
Our operating principles include:
Accident Prevention - We believe accident prevention is a moral obligation as well as good business. By identifying and
concentrating resources to address jobsite hazards, we continually strive to reduce our incident rates and the costs associated with
accidents.
Quality and High Ethical Standards - We believe in the importance of performing high quality work. Additionally, we believe in
maintaining high ethical standards through an established code of conduct and an effective company-wide compliance program.
Sustainability - Our focus on sustainability encompasses many aspects of how we conduct ourselves and practice our core values.
We believe sustainability is important to our customers, employees, shareholders, and communities, and is also a long-term
business driver. By focusing on specific initiatives that address social, environmental and economic challenges, we can minimize
risk and increase our competitive advantage.
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Raw Materials
We purchase raw materials, including aggregate products, cement, diesel fuel, liquid asphalt, natural gas, propane and steel, from
numerous sources. Our aggregate reserves supply a portion of the raw materials needed in our construction projects. The price and
availability of raw materials may vary from year to year due to market conditions and production capacities. We do not foresee a
lack of availability of any raw materials in the near term.
Seasonality
Our operations are typically affected by weather conditions during the first and fourth quarters of our fiscal year which may alter
our construction schedules and can create variability in our revenues, profitability and the required number of employees.
Customers
Customers in our Construction segment include certain federal agencies, state departments of transportation, county and city public
works departments, school districts and developers, utilities and owners of industrial, commercial and residential sites. Customers
of our Large Project Construction segment are predominantly in the public sector and currently include various state departments
of transportation, local transit authorities, utilities and federal agencies. Customers of our Construction Materials segment include
internal usage by our own construction projects, as well as third-party customers. Our third party customers include, but, are not
limited to, contractors, landscapers, manufacturers of products requiring aggregate materials, retailers, homeowners, farmers and
brokers.
During the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013, and 2012, our largest volume customer, including both prime and subcontractor
arrangements, was the California Department of Transportation (“Caltrans”). Revenue recognized from contracts with Caltrans
represented $195.4 million (8.6% of our total revenue) in 2014, of which $178.7 million (15.1% of segment revenue) was in our
Construction segment and $16.8 million (2.0% of segment revenue) was in our Large Project Construction segment. Revenue from
Caltrans represented $265.8 million (11.7% of total revenue) in 2013, of which $239.9 million (19.2% of segment revenue) was in
our Construction segment and $25.9 million (3.3% of segment revenue) was in the Large Project Construction segment. Revenue
from Caltrans represented $272.9 million (13.1% of total revenue) in 2012, of which $268.9 million (27.3% of segment revenue)
was in the Construction segment and $4.1 million (0.5% of segment revenue) was in the Large Project Construction segment.
Contract Backlog
Our contract backlog consists of the remaining unearned revenue on awarded contracts, including 100% of our consolidated joint
venture contracts and our proportionate share of unconsolidated joint venture contracts. We generally include a project in our
contract backlog at the time a contract is awarded and funding is in place. Certain federal government contracts where funding is
appropriated on a periodic basis are included in contract backlog at the time of the award. Existing contracts that include
unexercised contract options and unissued task orders are included in contract backlog as follows:
Contract Options: Contract options represent the monetary value of option periods under existing contracts in contract backlog,
which are exercisable at the option of our customers without requiring us to go through an additional competitive bidding
process and would be canceled only if a customer decided to end the project (a termination for convenience) or through a
termination for default. When the options are exercised and funding is in place, the amount associated with the exercised option
is recorded into contract backlog.
Task Orders: Task orders represent the expected monetary value of signed contracts under which we perform work only when
the customer awards specific task orders or projects to us. When agreements for such task orders or projects are signed and
funding is in place, the amount associated with the task order is recorded into contract backlog.
Substantially all of the contracts in our contract backlog, as well as unexercised contract options and unissued task orders, may be
canceled or modified at the election of the customer; however, we have not been materially adversely affected by contract
cancellations or modifications in the past (see “Contract Provisions and Subcontracting”). Many projects in our Construction
segment are added to backlog and completed within a year and therefore may not be reflected in our beginning or year-end
contract backlog. Contract backlog by segment is presented in “Contract Backlog” under “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and
Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.” Our contract backlog was $2.7 billion and $2.5 billion
at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Approximately $1.4 billion of the December 31, 2014 contract backlog is expected
to be completed during 2015.
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Equipment
At December 31, 2014 and 2013, we owned the following number of construction equipment and vehicles:
December 31,
Heavy construction equipment
Trucks, truck-tractors, trailers and vehicles
2014
2013
2,506
3,851
2,534
3,664
Our portfolio of equipment includes backhoes, barges, bulldozers, cranes, excavators, loaders, motor graders, pavers, rollers,
scrapers, trucks and tunnel boring machines that are used in our Construction, Large Project Construction and Construction
Materials segments. We believe that ownership of equipment is generally preferable to leasing because it ensures the equipment is
available as needed and normally results in lower costs. We pool certain equipment for use by our Construction, Large Project
Construction and Construction Materials segments to maximize utilization. We continually monitor and adjust our fleet size so that
it is consistent with the size of our business, considering both existing backlog and expected future work. On a short-term basis, we
lease or rent equipment to supplement existing equipment in response to construction activity peaks. In 2014 and 2013, we
spent $32.3 million and $30.2 million, respectively, on purchases of construction equipment and vehicles.
Employees
On December 31, 2014, we employed approximately 1,700 salaried employees who work in management, estimating and clerical
capacities, plus approximately 1,300 hourly employees. The total number of hourly personnel is subject to the volume of
construction in progress and is seasonal. During 2014, the number of hourly employees ranged from approximately 1,300 to
3,600 and averaged approximately 2,900. Four of our wholly-owned subsidiaries, Granite Construction Company, Granite
Construction Northeast, Inc., Granite Infrastructure Constructors, Inc., and Kenny Construction Company, are parties to craft
collective bargaining agreements in many areas in which they work.
We believe our employees are our most valuable resource, and our workforce possesses a strong dedication to and pride in our
company. Among salaried and non-union hourly employees, this dedication is reinforced by a 5.5% equity ownership at
December 31, 2014 through our 401(k) Plan. Our managerial and supervisory personnel have an average of
approximately 10 years of service with Granite.
Competition
Competitors in our Construction segment typically range from small, local construction companies to large, regional, national and
international construction companies. We compete with numerous companies in individual markets; however, there are few, if any,
companies which compete in all of our market areas. Many of our Construction segment competitors have the ability to perform
work in either the private or public sectors. When opportunities for work in one sector are reduced, competitors tend to look for
opportunities in the other sector. This migration has the potential to reduce revenue growth and/or increase pressure on gross profit
margins.
The scale and complexity of jobs in the Large Project Construction segment preclude many smaller contractors from bidding such
work. Consequently, our Large Project Construction segment competition typically is comprised of large, regional, national and
international construction companies.
We own and/or have long-term leases on aggregate resources that we believe provide a competitive advantage in certain markets
for both the Construction and Large Project Construction segments.
Competitors in our Construction Materials segment typically range from small local materials companies to large regional, national
and international materials companies. We compete with numerous companies in individual markets; however, there are few, if
any, companies which compete in all of our market areas.
Factors influencing our competitiveness include price, estimating abilities, knowledge of local markets and conditions, project
management, financial strength, reputation for quality, aggregate materials availability, and machinery and equipment. Historically,
the construction business has not required large amounts of capital, particularly for the smaller size construction work pursued by
our Construction segment, which can result in relative ease of market entry for companies possessing acceptable qualifications.
Although the construction business is highly competitive, we believe we are well positioned to compete effectively in the markets
in which we operate.
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Contract Provisions and Subcontracting
Our contracts with our customers are primarily “fixed unit price” or “fixed price.” Under fixed unit price contracts, we are
committed to providing materials or services at fixed unit prices (for example, dollars per cubic yard of concrete placed or cubic
yard of earth excavated). While the fixed unit price contract shifts the risk of estimating the quantity of units required for a
particular project to the customer, any increase in our unit cost over the expected unit cost in the bid, whether due to inflation,
inefficiency, errors in our estimates or other factors, is borne by us unless otherwise provided in the contract. Fixed price contracts
are priced on a lump-sum basis under which we bear the risk of performing all the work for the specified amount. The percentage
of fixed price contracts in our contract backlog increased to 71.0% at December 31, 2014 compared with 63.5% at December 31,
2013. The percentage of fixed unit price contracts in our contract backlog was 19.9% and 26.0% at December 31, 2014 and 2013,
respectively. All other contract types represented 9.1% and 10.5% of our backlog at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
Our construction contracts are obtained through competitive bidding in response to solicitations by both public agencies and
private parties and on a negotiated basis as a result of solicitations from private parties. Project owners use a variety of methods to
make contractors aware of new projects, including posting bidding opportunities on agency websites, disclosing long-term
infrastructure plans, advertising and other general solicitations. Our bidding activity is affected by such factors as the nature and
volume of advertising and other solicitations, contract backlog, available personnel, current utilization of equipment and other
resources, our ability to obtain necessary surety bonds and competitive considerations. Our contract review process includes
identifying risks and opportunities during the bidding process and managing these risks through mitigation efforts such as contract
negotiation, insurance and pricing. Contracts fitting certain criteria of size and complexity are reviewed by various levels of
management and, in some cases, by the Executive Committee of our Board of Directors. Bidding activity, contract backlog and
revenue resulting from the award of new contracts may vary significantly from period to period.
There are a number of factors that can create variability in contract performance as compared to the original bid. Such factors can
positively or negatively impact costs and profitability, may cause higher than anticipated construction costs and can create
additional liability to the contract owner. The most significant of these include:
•
the completeness and accuracy of the original bid;
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costs associated with scope changes;
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costs of labor and/or materials;
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extended overhead due to owner, weather and other delays;
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subcontractor performance issues;
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changes in productivity expectations;
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site conditions that differ from those assumed in the original bid (to the extent contract remedies are unavailable);
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continuing changes from original design on design-build projects;
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the availability and skill level of workers in the geographic location of the project;
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a change in the availability and proximity of equipment and materials; and
• our ability to fully and promptly recover on claims for additional contract costs.
The ability to realize improvements on project profitability at times is more limited than the risk of lower profitability. For
example, design-build projects typically incur additional costs such as right-of-way and permit acquisition costs. In addition,
design-build contracts carry additional risks such as those associated with design errors and estimating quantities and prices before
the project design is completed. We manage this additional risk by adding contingencies to our bid amounts, obtaining errors and
omissions insurance and obtaining indemnifications from our design consultants where possible. However, there is no guarantee
that these risk management strategies will always be successful.
Most of our contracts, including those with the government, provide for termination at the convenience of the contract owner, with
provisions to pay us for work performed through the date of termination. We have not been materially adversely affected by these
provisions in the past. Many of our contracts contain provisions that require us to pay liquidated damages if specified completion
schedule requirements are not met, and these amounts could be significant.
We act as prime contractor on most of our construction projects. We complete the majority of our projects with our own resources
and subcontract specialized activities such as electrical and mechanical work. As prime contractor, we are responsible for the
performance of the entire contract, including subcontract work. Thus, we may be subject to increased costs associated with the
failure of one or more subcontractors to perform as anticipated. Based on our analysis of their construction and financial
capabilities, among other criteria, we determine whether to require the subcontractor to furnish a bond or other type of security to
guarantee their performance. Disadvantaged business enterprise regulations require us to use our good faith efforts to subcontract a
specified portion of contract work done for governmental agencies to certain types of disadvantaged contractors or suppliers. As
with all of our subcontractors, some may not be able to obtain surety bonds or other types of performance security.
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Joint Ventures
We participate in various construction joint ventures, partnerships and a limited liability company of which we are a limited
member (“joint ventures”) in order to share expertise, risk and resources for certain highly complex projects. Generally, each
construction joint venture is formed to accomplish a specific project and is jointly controlled by the joint venture partners. We
select our joint venture partners based on our analysis of their construction and financial capabilities, expertise in the type of work
to be performed and past working relationships, among other criteria. The joint venture agreements typically provide that our
interests in any profits and assets, and our respective share in any losses and liabilities, that may result from the performance of the
contract are limited to our stated percentage interest in the project.
Under each joint venture agreement, one partner is designated as the sponsor. The sponsoring partner typically provides all
administrative, accounting and most of the project management support for the project and generally receives a fee from the joint
venture for these services. We have been designated as the sponsoring partner in certain of our current joint venture projects and
are a non-sponsoring partner in others.
We also participate in various “line item” joint venture agreements under which each partner is responsible for performing certain
discrete items of the total scope of contracted work. The revenue for these discrete items is defined in the contract with the project
owner and each venture partner bears the profitability risk associated with its own work. There is not a single set of books and
records for a line item joint venture. Each partner accounts for its items of work individually as it would for any self-performed
contract. We account for our portion of these contracts as project revenues and costs in our accounting system and include
receivables and payables associated with our work in our consolidated financial statements.
The agreements with our joint venture partners and limited liability company members (“partner(s)”) for both construction joint
ventures and line item joint ventures define each partner’s management role and financial responsibility in the project. The amount
of exposure is generally limited to our stated ownership interest. Due to the joint and several nature of the performance obligations
under these agreements, if one of the partners fails to perform, we and the remaining partners, if any, would be responsible for
performance of the outstanding work (i.e., we provide a performance guarantee). We estimate our liability for performance
guarantees and include them in accrued expenses and other current liabilities with a corresponding asset in equity in construction
joint ventures on the consolidated balance sheets. We reassess our liability when and if changes in circumstances occur. The
liability and corresponding asset are removed from the consolidated balance sheets upon completion and customer acceptance of
the project. Circumstances that could lead to a loss under these agreements beyond our stated ownership interest include the failure
of a partner to contribute additional funds to the venture in the event the project incurs a loss or additional costs that we could incur
should a partner fail to provide the services and resources that it had committed to provide in the agreement. We are not able to
estimate amounts that may be required beyond the remaining cost of the work to be performed. These costs could be offset by
billings to the customer or by proceeds from our partners’ corporate and/or other guarantees.
At December 31, 2014, there was $5.7 billion of construction revenue to be recognized on unconsolidated and line item
construction joint venture contracts, of which $1.7 billion represented our share and the remaining $4.0 billion represented our
partners’ share.
Insurance and Bonding
We maintain general and excess liability, construction equipment and workers’ compensation insurance; all in amounts consistent
with industry practice.
In connection with our business, we generally are required to provide various types of surety bonds that provide an additional
measure of security for our performance under certain public and private sector contracts. Our ability to obtain surety bonds
depends upon our capitalization, working capital, past performance, management expertise and external factors, including the
capacity of the overall surety market. Surety companies consider such factors in light of the amount of our contract backlog that we
have currently bonded and their current underwriting standards, which may change from time to time. The capacity of the surety
market is subject to market-based fluctuations driven primarily by the level of surety industry losses and the degree of surety
market consolidation. When the surety market capacity shrinks it results in higher premiums and increased difficulty obtaining
bonding, in particular for larger, more complex projects throughout the market. In order to help mitigate this risk, we employ a co-
surety structure involving three sureties. Although we do not believe that fluctuations in surety market capacity have
significantly affected our ability to grow our business, there is no assurance that it will not significantly affect our ability to obtain
new contracts in the future (see “Item 1A. Risk Factors”).
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Environmental Regulations
Our operations are subject to various federal, state and local laws and regulations relating to the environment, including those
relating to discharges to air, water and land, the handling and disposal of solid and hazardous waste, the handling of underground
storage tanks and the cleanup of properties affected by hazardous substances. Certain environmental laws impose substantial
penalties for non-compliance and others, such as the federal Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability
Act, impose strict, retroactive, joint and several liability upon persons responsible for releases of hazardous substances. We
continually evaluate whether we must take additional steps at our locations to ensure compliance with environmental laws. While
compliance with applicable regulatory requirements has not materially adversely affected our operations in the past, there can be
no assurance that these requirements will not change and that compliance will not adversely affect our operations in the future. In
addition, our aggregate materials operations require operating permits granted by governmental agencies. We believe that tighter
regulations for the protection of the environment and other factors will make it increasingly difficult to obtain new permits and
renewal of existing permits may be subject to more restrictive conditions than currently exist.
In July 2007, the California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) approved a regulation that will require California equipment
owners/operators to reduce diesel particulate and nitrogen oxide emissions from in-use off-road diesel equipment and to meet
progressively more restrictive emission targets from 2010 to 2020. In December 2008, CARB approved a similar regulation for in-
use on-road diesel equipment that includes more restrictive emission targets from 2010 to 2022. The emission targets will require
California off-road and on-road diesel equipment owners to retrofit equipment with diesel emission control devices or replace
equipment with new engine technology as it becomes available, which will result in higher equipment-related expenses. In
December 2010, CARB amended both regulations to grant economic relief to affected fleets by extending initial compliance dates
as well as adding additional compliance requirements. To-date, costs to prepare the Company for compliance have totaled $14.7
million and costs of compliance in 2015 are expected to be $5.6 million. We will continue to manage compliance costs; however, it
is not possible to determine the total future cost of compliance.
As is the case with other companies in our industry, some of our aggregate products contain varying amounts of crystalline silica, a
common mineral. Also, some of our construction and material processing operations release, as dust, crystalline silica that is in the
materials being handled. Excessive, prolonged inhalation of very small-sized particles of crystalline silica has allegedly been
associated with respiratory disease (including Silicosis). The Mine Safety and Health Administration and the Occupational Safety
and Health Administration have established occupational thresholds for crystalline silica exposure as respirable dust. We have
implemented dust control procedures to measure compliance with requisite thresholds and to verify that respiratory protective
equipment is made available as necessary. We also communicate, through safety information sheets and other means, what we
believe to be appropriate warnings and cautions to employees and customers about the risks associated with excessive, prolonged
inhalation of mineral dust in general and crystalline silica in particular (see “Item 1A. Risk Factors”).
Website Access
Our website address is www.graniteconstruction.com. On our website we make available, free of charge, our Annual Report on
Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, current reports on Form 8-K, and all amendments to those reports as soon as
reasonably practicable after such material is electronically filed with or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission
(“SEC”). The information on our website is not incorporated into, and is not part of, this report. These reports, and any
amendments to them, are also available at the website of the SEC, www.sec.gov.
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Executive Officers of the Registrant
Information regarding our executive officers is set forth below.
Name
James H. Roberts
Christopher S. Miller
Laurel J. Krzeminski
Michael F. Donnino
Martin P. Matheson
James D. Richards
Age
58
48
60
60
53
51
Position
President and Chief Executive Officer
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Senior Vice President and Group Manager
Senior Vice President and Group Manager
Senior Vice President and Group Manager
Mr. Roberts joined Granite in 1981 and has served in various capacities, including President and Chief Executive Officer since
September 2010. He also served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer from September 2009 to August 2010,
Senior Vice President from May 2004 to September 2009, Granite West Manager from February 2007 to September 2009, Branch
Division Manager from May 2004 to February 2007, Vice President and Assistant Branch Division Manager from 1999 to 2004,
and Regional Manager of Nevada and Utah Operations from 1995 to 1999. Mr. Roberts served as Chairman of The National
Asphalt Pavement Association in 2006. He received a B.S.C.E. in 1979 and an M.S.C.E. in 1980 from the University of
California, Berkeley, and an M.B.A. from the University of Southern California in 1981. He also completed the Stanford Executive
Program in 2009.
Mr. Miller has served as Granite’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer since August 2014. From June 2006 to
July 2014, he served in various executive positions with CH2M HILL, including Managing Director, Global Operations; Managing
Director, United Kingdom Ministry of Defense Programs; President, Government Facilities and Infrastructure Business Group;
President, CH2M HILL Constructors, Inc. and Global Business Development and Planning Director. Prior to CH2M Hill, Mr.
Miller served as Director of Federal Programs for Jacobs Engineering Group. From 1989 to 1995, Mr. Miller served in the United
States Air Force in the Human Systems Division, Weapons System Program Office and the Air Force Center for Environmental
Excellence. He received a B.A. in Biology from the University of Louisville and an M.S. in Civil Engineering from the University
of Texas at San Antonio.
Ms. Krzeminski joined Granite in 2008 and has served as Chief Financial Officer since November 2010 and Senior Vice President
since January 2013. She also served as Vice President from July 2008 to December 2012, Interim Chief Financial Officer from
June 2010 to October 2010 and Corporate Controller from July 2008 to May 2010. From 1993 to 2007, she served in various
corporate and operational finance positions with The Gillette Company (acquired by The Procter & Gamble Company in 2005),
including Finance Director for the Duracell and Braun North American business units. Ms. Krzeminski also served as the Director
of Gillette’s Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 Compliance program and as Gillette’s Director of Corporate Financial Reporting. Her
experience also includes several years in public accounting with an international accounting firm. She received a Bachelor’s degree
in Business Administration-Accounting from San Diego State University.
Mr. Donnino joined Granite in 1977 and has served as Senior Vice President and Group Manager since January 2010, Senior Vice
President since January 2005, Manager of Granite East from February 2007 to December 2009, and Heavy Construction Division
Manager from January 2005 to February 2007. He served as Vice President and Heavy Construction Division Assistant Manager
during 2004, Texas Regional Manager from 2000 to 2003 and Dallas Estimating Office Area Manager from 1991 to 2000. Mr.
Donnino received a B.S.C.E. in Structural, Water and Soils Engineering from the University of Minnesota in 1976.
Mr. Matheson joined Granite in 1989 and has served as Senior Vice President and Group Manager since August 2013. He also
served as Washington Region Manager from February 2007 through July 2013, Branch Division Construction Manager from 2006
through February 2007, Utah Operations Area/Operations Manager from 1999 to 2006 and in other positions at Granite’s Nevada
Branch between 1989 and 1997. Prior to joining Granite, he worked at Kenny Construction Company. Mr. Matheson received a
B.S. in Animal Science from University of Illinois in 1983.
Mr. Richards joined Granite in January 1992 and has served as Senior Vice President and Group Manager since January 2013. He
also served as Arizona Region Manager from February 2006 through December 2012, Arizona Region Chief Estimator from
January 2000 through January 2006 and in other positions at Granite’s Arizona Branch between 1992 and 2000. Prior to joining
Granite, he served as a U.S. Army Officer. Mr. Richards received a B.S. in Civil Engineering from New Mexico State University
in 1987.
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Item 1A. RISK FACTORS
Set forth below and elsewhere in this report and in other documents we file with the SEC are various risks and uncertainties that
could cause our actual results to differ materially from the results contemplated by the forward-looking statements contained in this
report or otherwise adversely affect our business.
• We work in a highly competitive marketplace. We have multiple competitors in all of the areas in which we work, and some
of our competitors are larger than we are and may have greater resources than we do. Government funding for public works
projects is limited, thus contributing to competition for the limited number of public projects available. This increased
competition may result in a decrease in new awards at acceptable profit margins. In addition, should downturns in
residential and commercial construction activity occur, the competition for available public sector work would intensify,
which could impact our revenue, contract backlog and profit margins.
• Government contracts generally have strict regulatory requirements. Approximately 75.0% of our total revenue in 2014
was derived from contracts funded by federal, state and local government agencies and authorities. Government contracts
are subject to specific procurement regulations, contract provisions and a variety of socioeconomic requirements relating to
their formation, administration, performance and accounting and often include express or implied certifications of
compliance. Claims for civil or criminal fraud may be brought for violations of regulations, requirements or statutes. We
may also be subject to qui tam (“Whistle Blower”) litigation brought by private individuals on behalf of the government
under the Federal Civil False Claims Act, which could include claims for up to treble damages. Further, if we fail to comply
with any of the regulations, requirements or statutes or if we have a substantial number of accumulated Occupational Safety
and Health Administration, Mine Safety and Health Administration or other workplace safety violations, our existing
government contracts could be terminated and we could be suspended from government contracting or subcontracting,
including federally funded projects at the state level. Should one or more of these events occur, it could have a material
adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
• Government contractors are subject to suspension or debarment from government contracting. Our substantial
dependence on government contracts exposes us to a variety of risks that differ from those associated with private sector
contracts. Various statutes to which our operations are subject, including the Davis-Bacon Act (which regulates wages and
benefits), the Walsh-Healy Act (which prescribes a minimum wage and regulates overtime and working conditions),
Executive Order 11246 (which establishes equal employment opportunity and affirmative action requirements) and the
Drug-Free Workplace Act, provide for mandatory suspension and/or debarment of contractors in certain circumstances
involving statutory violations. In addition, the Federal Acquisition Regulation and various state statutes provide for
discretionary suspension and/or debarment in certain circumstances that might call into question a contractor’s willingness
or ability to act responsibly, including as a result of being convicted of, or being found civilly liable for, fraud or a criminal
offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain or performing a public contract or subcontract. The scope and
duration of any suspension or debarment may vary depending upon the facts and the statutory or regulatory grounds for
debarment and could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
• Our success depends on attracting and retaining qualified personnel, joint venture partners and subcontractors in a
competitive environment. The success of our business is dependent on our ability to attract, develop and retain qualified
personnel, joint venture partners, advisors and subcontractors. Changes in general or local economic conditions and the
resulting impact on the labor market and on our joint venture partners may make it difficult to attract or retain qualified
individuals in the geographic areas where we perform our work. If we are unable to provide competitive compensation
packages, high-quality training programs and attractive work environments or to establish and maintain successful
partnerships, our ability to profitably execute our work could be adversely impacted.
• Failure to maintain safe work sites could result in significant losses. Construction and maintenance sites are potentially
dangerous workplaces and often put our employees and others in close proximity with mechanized equipment, moving
vehicles, chemical and manufacturing processes, and highly regulated materials. On many sites, we are responsible for
safety and, accordingly, must implement safety procedures. If we fail to implement these procedures or if the procedures we
implement are ineffective, we may suffer the loss of or injury to our employees, as well as expose ourselves to possible
litigation. Despite having invested significant resources in safety programs and being recognized as an industry leader, a
serious accident may nonetheless occur on one of our worksites. As a result, our failure to maintain adequate safety
standards could result in reduced profitability or the loss of projects or clients, and could have a material adverse impact on
our financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
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• An inability to obtain bonding could have a negative impact on our operations and results. As more fully described in
“Insurance and Bonding” under “Item 1. Business,” we generally are required to provide surety bonds securing our
performance under the majority of our public and private sector contracts. Our inability to obtain reasonably priced surety
bonds in the future could significantly affect our ability to be awarded new contracts, which could have a material adverse
effect on our financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
• We may be unable to identify and contract with qualified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) contractors to
perform as subcontractors. Certain of our government agency projects contain minimum DBE participation clauses. If we
subsequently fail to complete these projects with the minimum DBE participation, we may be held responsible for breach of
contract, which may include restrictions on our ability to bid on future projects as well as monetary damages. To the extent
we are responsible for monetary damages, the total costs of the project could exceed our original estimates, we could
experience reduced profits or a loss for that project and there could be a material adverse impact to our financial position,
results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
• Fixed price and fixed unit price contracts subject us to the risk of increased project cost. As more fully described in
“Contract Provisions and Subcontracting” under “Item 1. Business,” the profitability of our fixed price and fixed unit price
contracts can be adversely affected by a number of factors that can cause our actual costs to materially exceed the costs
estimated at the time of our original bid.
• Design-build contracts subject us to the risk of design errors and omissions. Design-build is increasingly being used as a
method of project delivery as it provides the owner with a single point of responsibility for both design and construction. We
generally subcontract design responsibility to architectural and engineering firms. However, in the event of a design error or
omission causing damages, there is risk that the subcontractor or their errors and omissions insurance would not be able to
absorb the liability. In this case we may be responsible, resulting in a potentially material adverse effect on our financial
position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
• Many of our contracts have penalties for late completion. In some instances, including many of our fixed price contracts,
we guarantee that we will complete a project by a certain date. If we subsequently fail to complete the project as scheduled
we may be held responsible for costs resulting from the delay, generally in the form of contractually agreed-upon liquidated
damages. To the extent these events occur, the total cost of the project could exceed our original estimate and we could
experience reduced profits or a loss on that project.
• Strikes or work stoppages could have a negative impact on our operations and results. We are party to collective
bargaining agreements covering a portion of our craft workforce. Although strikes or work stoppages have not had a
significant impact on our operations or results in the past, such labor actions could have a significant impact on
our operations and results if they occur in the future.
• Failure of our subcontractors to perform as anticipated could have a negative impact on our results. As further described
in “Contract Provisions and Subcontracting” under “Item 1. Business,” we subcontract portions of many of our contracts to
specialty subcontractors, but we are ultimately responsible for the successful completion of their work. Although we seek to
require bonding or other forms of guarantees, we are not always successful in obtaining those bonds or guarantees from our
higher-risk subcontractors. In this case we may be responsible for the failures on the part of our subcontractors to perform as
anticipated, resulting in a potentially adverse impact on our cash flows and liquidity. In addition, the total costs of a project
could exceed our original estimates and we could experience reduced profits or a loss for that project, which could have an
adverse impact on our financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
• Our joint venture contracts subject us to joint and several liability. As further described in Note 1 of “Notes to the
Consolidated Financial Statements” and under “Item 1. Business; Joint Ventures,” we participate in various construction
joint venture partnerships in connection with complex construction projects. If our joint venture partners fail to perform
under one of these contracts, we could be liable for completion of the entire contract. If the contract were unprofitable, this
could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
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• Our failure to adequately recover on claims brought by us against project owners or other project participants for
additional contract costs could have a negative impact on our liquidity and future operations. In certain circumstances,
we assert claims against project owners, engineers, consultants, subcontractors or others involved in a project for additional
costs exceeding the contract price or for amounts not included in the original contract price. These types of claims occur due
to matters such as delays or changes from the initial project scope, both of which may result in additional costs. Often, these
claims can be the subject of lengthy arbitration or litigation proceedings, and it is difficult to accurately predict when and the
terms upon which these claims will be fully resolved. When these types of events occur, we use working capital in projects
to promptly and fully cover cost overruns pending the resolution of the relevant claims. A failure to recover on these types
of claims promptly and fully could have a negative impact on our liquidity and results of operations. In addition, while
clients and subcontractors may be obligated to indemnify us against certain liabilities, such third parties may refuse or be
unable to pay us.
• Failure to remain in compliance with covenants under our debt and credit agreements, service our indebtedness, or fund
our other liquidity needs could adversely impact our business. Our debt and credit agreements and related restrictive and
financial covenants are more fully described in Note 12 of “Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.” Our failure to
comply with any of these covenants, or to pay principal, interest or other amounts when due thereunder, would constitute an
event of default under the applicable agreements. Under certain circumstances, the occurrence of an event of default under
one of our debt or credit agreements (or the acceleration of the maturity of the indebtedness under one of our agreements)
may constitute an event of default under one or more of our other debt or credit agreements. Default under our debt and
credit agreements could result in (1) us no longer being entitled to borrow under the agreements; (2) termination of the
agreements; (3) the requirement that any letters of credit under the agreements be cash collateralized; (4) acceleration of the
maturity of outstanding indebtedness under the agreements; and/or (5) foreclosure on any collateral securing the obligations
under the agreements. On March 3, 2014, Granite executed amendments to the Credit Agreement and 2019 NPA (the
“Amendments”), which terms include, among other things, (i) revised minimum Consolidated Tangible Net Worth; and (ii)
revised maximum Consolidated Leverage Ratio. For the Credit Agreement, the Amendments were effective for our quarter
ending March 31, 2013 and for the 2019 NPA, the Amendments were retroactive to December 31, 2013. If we are unable to
service our debt obligations or fund our other liquidity needs, we could be forced to curtail our operations, reorganize our
capital structure (including through bankruptcy proceedings) or liquidate some or all of our assets in a manner that could
cause holders of our securities to experience a partial or total loss of their investment in us.
• Unavailability of insurance coverage could have a negative effect on our operations and results. We maintain insurance
coverage as part of our overall risk management strategy and pursuant to requirements to maintain specific coverage that are
contained in our financing agreements and in most of our construction contracts. Although we have been able to obtain
reasonably priced insurance coverage to meet our requirements in the past, there is no assurance that we will be able to do
so in the future, and our inability to obtain such coverage could have an adverse impact on our ability to procure new work,
which could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
• Accounting for our revenues and costs involves significant estimates. As further described in “Critical Accounting Policies
and Estimates” under “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,”
accounting for our contract-related revenues and costs, as well as other expenses, requires management to make a variety of
significant estimates and assumptions. Although we believe we have sufficient experience and processes to enable us to
formulate appropriate assumptions and produce reasonably dependable estimates, these assumptions and estimates may
change significantly in the future and could result in the reversal of previously recognized revenue and profit. Such changes
could have a material adverse effect on our financial position and results of operations.
• We use certain commodity products that are subject to significant price fluctuations. Diesel fuel, liquid asphalt and other
petroleum-based products are used to fuel and lubricate our equipment and fire our asphalt concrete processing plants. In
addition, they constitute a significant part of the asphalt paving materials that are used in many of our construction
projects and are sold to third parties. Although we are partially protected by asphalt or fuel price escalation clauses in some
of our contracts, many contracts provide no such protection. We also use steel and other commodities in our construction
projects that can be subject to significant price fluctuations. We pre-purchase commodities, enter into supply agreements
or enter into financial contracts to secure pricing. We have not been significantly adversely affected by price fluctuations in
the past; however, there is no guarantee that we will not be in the future.
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• We are subject to environmental and other regulation. As more fully described in “Environmental Regulations” under
“Item 1. Business,” we are subject to a number of federal, state and local laws and regulations relating to the
environment, workplace safety and a variety of socioeconomic requirements. Noncompliance with such laws and
regulations can result in substantial penalties, or termination or suspension of government contracts as well as civil and
criminal liability. In addition, some environmental laws and regulations impose liability and responsibility on present and
former owners, operators or users of facilities and sites for contamination at such facilities and sites, without regard to
causation or knowledge of contamination. We occasionally evaluate various alternatives with respect to our facilities,
including possible dispositions or closures. Investigations undertaken in connection with these activities may lead to
discoveries of contamination that must be remediated, and closures of facilities may trigger compliance requirements that
are not applicable to operating facilities. While compliance with these laws and regulations has not materially adversely
affected our operations in the past, there can be no assurance that these requirements will not change and that compliance
will not adversely affect our operations in the future. Furthermore, we cannot provide assurance that existing or future
circumstances or developments with respect to contamination will not require us to make significant remediation or
restoration expenditures.
• Weather can significantly affect our revenues and profitability. Our ability to perform work is significantly affected by
weather conditions such as precipitation and temperature. Changes in weather conditions can cause delays and otherwise
significantly affect our project costs. The impact of weather conditions can result in variability in our quarterly revenues and
profitability, particularly in the first and fourth quarters of the year.
•
Increasing restrictions on securing aggregate reserves could negatively affect our future operations and results. Tighter
regulations and the finite nature of property containing suitable aggregate reserves are making it increasingly challenging
and costly to secure aggregate reserves. Although we have thus far been able to secure reserves to support our business, our
financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity may be adversely affected by an increasingly difficult
permitting process.
• We may be required to contribute cash to meet our unfunded pension obligations in certain multi-employer plans. Three
of our wholly-owned subsidiaries, Granite Construction Company, Granite Construction Northeast, Inc., and Kenny
Construction Company, participate in various domestic multi-employer pension plans on behalf of union employees. One of
our wholly-owned subsidiaries, Granite Infrastructure Constructors, Inc., participates in a Canadian multi-employer pension
plan covering union employees working on a construction project in Canada. Union employee benefits generally are based
on a fixed amount for each year of service. We are required to make contributions to the plans in amounts established under
collective bargaining agreements. Pension expense is recognized as contributions are made. The domestic pension plans are
subject to the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (“ERISA”). Under ERISA, a contributor to a multi-
employer plan may be liable, upon termination or withdrawal from a plan, for its proportionate share of a plan’s unfunded
vested liability. While we currently have no intention of withdrawing from a plan and unfunded pension obligations have
not significantly affected our operations in the past, there can be no assurance that we will not be required to make material
cash contributions to one or more of these plans to satisfy certain underfunded benefit obligations in the future.
• Recent healthcare legislation may increase our costs and reduce our future profitability. In 2012, the United States
Supreme Court upheld the majority of the provisions in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (the “Act”). The Act
places requirements on employers to provide a minimum level of benefits to employees and assesses penalties on employers
if the benefits do not meet the required minimum level or if the cost of coverage to employees exceeds affordability
thresholds specified in the Act. The minimum benefits and affordability requirements took effect in 2015. The Act also
imposes an excise tax beginning in 2018 on plans whose average cost exceeds specified amounts. Although our initial
assessment indicates that the provisions in the Act will not have a material adverse impact to our financial position, results
of operations, cash flows and liquidity, it is difficult to predict the financial and operational impacts due to the breadth and
complexity of this legislation.
• Force majeure events, including natural disasters and terrorists’ actions, could negatively impact our business, which
may affect our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows. Force majeure or extraordinary events beyond the
control of the contracting parties, such as natural and man-made disasters, as well as terrorist actions, could negatively
impact the economies in which we operate. We typically negotiate contract language where we are allowed certain relief
from force majeure events in private client contracts and review and attempt to mitigate force majeure events in both public
and private client contracts. We remain obligated to perform our services after most extraordinary events subject to relief
that may be available pursuant to a force majeure clause. If we are not able to react quickly to force majeure events, our
operations may be affected significantly, which would have a negative impact on our financial position, results of
operations, cash flows and liquidity.
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• Changes to our outsourced software or infrastructure vendors as well as any sudden loss, breach of security, disruption
or unexpected data or vendor loss associated with our information technology systems could have a material adverse
effect on our business. We rely on third-party software and infrastructure to run critical accounting, project management
and financial information systems. If software or infrastructure vendors decide to discontinue further development,
integration or long-term maintenance support for our information systems, or there is any system interruption, delay, breach
of security, loss of data or loss of a vendor, we may need to migrate some or all of our accounting, project management and
financial information to other systems. Despite business continuity plans, these disruptions could increase our operational
expense as well as impact the management of our business operations, which could have a material adverse effect on our
financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
• An inability to safeguard our information technology environment could result in business interruptions, remediation
costs and/or legal claims. To protect confidential customer, vendor, financial and employee information, we employ
information security measures that secure our information systems from cybersecurity attacks or breaches. Even with these
measures, we may be subject to unauthorized access of digital data with the intent to misappropriate information, corrupt
data or cause operational disruptions. If a failure of our safeguarding measures were to occur, it could have a negative
impact to our business and result in business interruptions, remediation costs and/or legal claims, which could have a
material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations, cash flow and liquidity.
• A change in tax laws or regulations of any federal, state or international jurisdiction in which we operate could increase
our tax burden and otherwise adversely affect our financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity. We
continue to assess the impact of various U.S. federal, state and international legislative proposals that could result in a
material increase to our U.S. federal, state and/or international taxes. We cannot predict whether any specific legislation will
be enacted or the terms of any such legislation. However, if such proposals were to be enacted, or if modifications were to
be made to certain existing regulations, the consequences could have a material adverse impact on us, including increasing
our tax burden, increasing our cost of tax compliance or otherwise adversely affecting our financial position, results of
operations, cash flows and liquidity.
• Our contract backlog is subject to unexpected adjustments and cancellations and could be an uncertain indicator of our
future earnings. We cannot guarantee that the revenues projected in our contract backlog will be realized or, if realized, will
be profitable. Projects reflected in our contract backlog may be affected by project cancellations, scope adjustments, time
extensions or other changes. Such changes may adversely affect the revenue and profit we ultimately realize on these
projects.
• Our strategic diversification plan includes growing our international operations in Canada and U.S. Territories, which
are subject to a number of special risks. As part of our strategic diversification efforts, we may enter into more construction
contracts in Canada or U.S. Territories, which may subject us to a number of special risks unique to foreign countries and/or
operations. Due to the special risks associated with non-U.S. operations, our exposure to such risks may not be
proportionate to the percentage of our revenues attributable to such operations.
• Our real estate investments are subject to mortgage financing and may require additional funding. Granite Land
Company’s (“GLC’s”) real estate investments generally utilize short-term debt financing for their development activities.
Such financing is subject to the terms of the applicable debt or credit agreement and generally is secured by mortgages on
the applicable real property. GLC’s failure to comply with the covenants applicable to such financing or to pay principal,
interest or other amounts when due thereunder would constitute an event of default under the applicable agreement and
could have the effects described in the risk factor relating to our debt and credit agreements. Due to the tightening of the
credit markets, banks have required lower loan-to-value ratios often resulting in the need to pay a portion of the debt when
short-term financing is renegotiated. If our real estate investment partners are unable to make their proportional share of a
required repayment, GLC may elect to provide the additional funding which could affect our financial position, cash flows
and liquidity. Also, if we determine we are the primary beneficiary of real estate joint ventures, as defined by the applicable
accounting guidance, we may be required to consolidate additional real estate investments in our financial statements.
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• As a part of our growth strategy we have made and may make future acquisitions, and acquisitions involve many risks.
These risks include:
◦ difficulties integrating the operations and personnel of the acquired companies;
◦ diversion of management’s attention from ongoing operations;
◦ potential difficulties and increased costs associated with completion of any assumed construction projects;
◦
insufficient revenues to offset increased expenses associated with acquisitions and the potential loss of key
employees or customers of the acquired companies;
assumption of liabilities of an acquired business, including liabilities that were unknown at the time the acquisition
was negotiated;
◦
◦ difficulties relating to assimilating the personnel, services, and systems of an acquired business and to assimilating
◦
marketing and other operational capabilities;
Increased burdens on our staff and on our administrative, internal control and operating systems, which may hinder
our legal and regulatory compliance activities;
◦ difficulties in applying and integrating our system of internal controls to an acquired business;
◦
acquisitions may cause us to increase our liabilities, record goodwill or other non-amortizable intangible assets that
will be subject to subsequent impairment testing and potential impairment charges, as well as amortization
expenses related to certain other intangible assets; and
◦ while we often obtain indemnification rights from the sellers of acquired businesses, such rights may be difficult to
enforce, the losses may exceed any dedicated escrow funds, and the indemnitors may not have the ability to
financially support the indemnity.
Failure to manage and successfully integrate acquisitions could harm our financial position, results of operations, cash flows
and liquidity.
•
In the event we issue stock as consideration for certain acquisitions we may make, we could dilute share ownership. One
method of acquiring companies or otherwise funding our corporate activities is through the issuance of additional equity
securities. If we issue additional equity securities, such issuances could have the effect of diluting our earnings per share as
well as our existing shareholders’ individual ownership percentages in the Company.
• Unfavorable economic conditions may have an adverse impact on our business. Volatility in the global financial system
may have an adverse impact on our business, financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity. In particular,
low tax revenues, budget deficits, financing constraints and competing priorities may result in cutbacks in new infrastructure
projects in the public sector and could have an adverse impact on collectibility of receivables from government agencies. In
addition, levels of new commercial and residential construction projects could be adversely affected by oversupply of
existing inventories of commercial and residential properties, low property values and a restrictive financing environment. A
depressed demand for construction and construction materials in both the public and private sectors could result in
intensified competition, which could have an adverse impact on both our revenues and profit margins and could impact
growth opportunities. Although conditions are stabilizing, these factors have also had an adverse impact on the levels of
activity and financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity of our real estate investment and development
business.
• Deterioration of the United States economy could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and
results of operations. Congress’ inability to lower United States debt substantially could result in a decrease in government
spending, which could negatively impact the ability of government agencies to fund existing or new infrastructure projects.
In addition, such actions could have a material adverse effect on the financial markets and economic conditions in the
United States as well as throughout the world, which may limit our ability and the ability of our customers to obtain
financing and/or could impair our ability to execute our acquisition strategy. Deterioration in general economic activity and
infrastructure spending or Congress’ deficit reduction measures could have a material adverse effect on our financial
position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
• Rising inflation and/or interest rates could have an adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of
operations. Economic factors, including inflation and fluctuations in interest rates, could have a negative impact on our
business. If our costs were to become subject to significant inflationary pressures, we may not be able to fully offset such
higher costs through price increases. Our inability or failure to do so could have a material adverse effect on our financial
position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
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The foregoing list is not all-inclusive. There can be no assurance that we have correctly identified and appropriately assessed all
factors affecting our business or that the publicly available and other information with respect to these matters is complete and
correct. Additional risks and uncertainties not presently known to us or that we currently believe to be immaterial may also
adversely affect us. These developments could have material adverse effects on our business, financial condition, results of
operations and liquidity. For these reasons, the reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements.
Item 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS
None.
Item 2. PROPERTIES
Quarry Properties
As of December 31, 2014, we had 39 active and 29 inactive permitted quarry properties available for the extraction of sand and
gravel and hard rock, all of which are located in the western United States. All of our quarries are open-pit and are primarily
accessible by road. We process aggregates into construction materials for internal use and for sale to third parties. Our plant
equipment is powered mostly by electricity provided by local utility companies. The following map shows the approximate
locations of our permitted quarry properties as of December 31, 2014.
We estimate our permitted proven1 and probable2 aggregate reserves to be approximately 763.4 million tons with an average
permitted life of approximately 78 years at present operating levels. Present operating levels are determined based on a three-year
annual average aggregate production rate of 9.7 million tons. Reserve estimates were made by our geologists and engineers based
primarily on drilling studies. Reserve estimates are based on various assumptions, and any material inaccuracies in these
assumptions could have a material impact on the accuracy of our reserve estimates.
1Proven reserves are determined through the testing of samples obtained from closely spaced subsurface drilling and/or exposed pit faces.
Proven reserves are sufficiently understood so that quantity, quality, and engineering conditions are known with sufficient accuracy to be
mined without the need for any further subsurface work. Actual required spacing is based on geologic judgment about the predictability
and continuity of each deposit.
2Probable reserves are determined through the testing of samples obtained from subsurface drilling but the sample points are too widely
spaced to allow detailed prediction of quantity, quality, and engineering conditions. Additional subsurface work may be needed prior to
mining the reserve.
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The following tables present information about our quarry properties as of December 31, 2014 (tons in millions):
Quarry Properties
Owned quarry properties
Leased quarry properties1
Type
Sand &
Gravel
25
24
Hard
Rock
5
14
Permitted
Aggregate
Reserves (tons)
438.6
324.8
Unpermitted
Aggregate
Reserves (tons)
347.0
86.6
Three-Year
Annual Average
Production
Rate (tons)
5.4
4.4
Average
Reserve Life
86
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1 Our leases have expiration dates which range from month-to-month to 44 years with most including an option to renew.
Permitted Reserves
for Each Product Type (tons)
Percentage of Permitted
Reserves Owned and Leased
State
California
Non-California
Plant Properties
Number
of Properties Sand & Gravel Hard Rock
272.7
145.4
257.5
87.8
34
34
Owned
Leased
58%
55%
42%
45%
We operate plants at our quarry sites to process aggregates into construction materials. Some of our sites may have more than one
crushing, concrete or asphalt processing plant. In an effort to continuously increase efficiencies based on external and internal
demands, we sold or otherwise disposed of several plants and the associated land in California, Alaska, and Nevada during 2014,
resulting in a gain of approximately $9.8 million that was recorded to gain on sales of property and equipment in the consolidated
statement of operations. At December 31, 2014 and 2013, we owned the following plants:
December 31,
Aggregate crushing plants
Asphalt concrete plants
Cement concrete batch plants
Asphalt rubber plants
Lime slurry plants
Other Properties
2014
2013
33
52
9
5
9
37
54
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5
9
The following table provides our estimate of certain information about other properties as of December 31, 2014:
Office and shop space (owned and leased)
Real estate held for sale and use
Land Area (acres)
1,249
1,230
Building Square Feet
1,336,485
—
As of December 31, 2014, approximately 52% of our office and shop space was attributable to our Construction segment, 12% to
our Large Project Construction segment and 7% to our Construction Materials segment. The remainder is primarily attributable to
administration.
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Item 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
In the ordinary course of business, we and our affiliates are involved in various legal proceedings alleging, among other things,
public liability issues or breach of contract or tortious conduct in connection with the performance of services and/or materials
provided, the outcomes of which cannot be predicted with certainty. We and our affiliates are also subject to government inquiries
in the ordinary course of business seeking information concerning our compliance with government construction contracting
requirements and various laws and regulations, the outcomes of which cannot be predicted with certainty.
Some of the matters in which we or our joint ventures and affiliates are involved may involve compensatory, punitive, or other
claims or sanctions that, if granted, could require us to pay damages or make other expenditures in amounts that are not probable to
be incurred or cannot currently be reasonably estimated. In addition, in some circumstances our government contracts could be
terminated, we could be suspended, debarred or incur other administrative penalties or sanctions, or payment of our costs could be
disallowed. While any of our pending legal proceedings may be subject to early resolution as a result of our ongoing efforts to
settle, whether or when any legal proceeding will be resolved through settlement is neither predictable nor guaranteed.
Accordingly, it is possible that future developments in such proceedings and inquiries could require us to (i) adjust existing
accruals, or (ii) record new accruals that we did not originally believe to be probable or that could not be reasonably estimated.
Such changes could be material to our financial condition, results of operations and/or cash flows in any particular reporting
period. In addition to matters that are considered probable for which the loss can be reasonably estimated, we also disclose certain
matters where the loss is considered reasonably possible and is reasonably estimable.
Liabilities relating to legal proceedings and government inquiries, to the extent that we have concluded such liabilities are probable
and the amounts of such liabilities are reasonably estimable, are recorded on the consolidated balance sheets. The aggregate
liabilities recorded as of December 31, 2014 and 2013 related to these matters were approximately $9.7 million and $16.3 million,
respectively, and were primarily included in accrued expenses and other current liabilities. The aggregate range of reasonably
estimable loss related to matters considered reasonably possible was zero to approximately $4.0 million as of December 31, 2014.
Our view as to such matters could change in future periods.
Investigation Related to Grand Avenue Project Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) Issues: On March 6, 2009, the U.S.
Department of Transportation, Office of Inspector General served upon our wholly-owned subsidiary, Granite Construction
Northeast, Inc. (“Granite Northeast”), a United States District Court, Eastern District of New York Grand Jury subpoena to produce
documents. The subpoena sought all documents pertaining to the use of a DBE firm (the “Subcontractor”), and the Subcontractor’s
use of a non-DBE subcontractor/consultant, on the Grand Avenue Bus Depot and Central Maintenance Facility for the Borough of
Queens Project (the “Grand Avenue Project”), a Granite Northeast project, that began in 2004 and was substantially complete in
2008. The subpoena also sought any documents regarding the use of the Subcontractor as a DBE on any other projects and any
other documents related to the Subcontractor or to the subcontractor/consultant. Granite Northeast produced the requested
documents, together with other requested information. Subsequently, Granite Northeast was informed by the Department of Justice
(“DOJ”) that it is a subject of an investigation, along with others, and that the DOJ believes that Granite Northeast’s claim of DBE
credit for the Subcontractor was improper. In addition to the documents produced in response to the Grand Jury subpoena, Granite
Northeast has provided requested information to the DOJ, along with other federal and state agencies (collectively the “Agencies”)
concerning other DBE entities for which Granite Northeast has historically claimed DBE credit. The Agencies have informed
Granite Northeast that they believe that the claimed DBE credit taken for some of those other DBE entities was improper. Granite
Northeast has met several times since January 2013 with the DOJ and the Agencies’ representatives, to discuss the government’s
criminal investigation of the Grand Avenue Project participants, including Granite Northeast, and to discuss their respective
positions on, and potential resolution of, the issues raised in the investigation. In connection with this investigation, Granite
Northeast is subject to potential civil, criminal, and/or administrative penalties or sanctions, as well as additional future DBE
compliance activities and the costs associated therewith. Granite believes that the incurrence of some form of penalty or sanction is
probable, and has therefore recorded what it believes to be the most likely amount of liability it may incur on the consolidated
balance sheet as of December 31, 2014. Granite believes that it is reasonably possible that it may incur liability in relation to this
matter that is in excess of such accrual. The resolution of the matters under investigation will likely be in the form of either a non-
prosecution agreement or deferred prosecution agreement and could have direct or indirect consequences that could have a
material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations and/or liquidity.
Item 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES
The information concerning mine safety violations or other regulatory matters required by Section 1503(a) of the Dodd-Frank Wall
Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and Item 104 of Regulation S-K (17CFR 229.104) is included in Exhibit 95 to this
Annual Report on Form 10-K.
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PART II
Item 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER
PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
Our common stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol GVA.
As of February 18, 2015, there were 39,187,087 shares of our common stock outstanding held by 875 shareholders of record.
We have paid quarterly cash dividends since the second quarter of 1990, and we expect to continue to do so. However, declaration
and payment of dividends is within the sole discretion of our Board of Directors, subject to limitations imposed by Delaware law
and compliance with our credit agreements (which allow us to pay dividends so long as we have at least $150 million in
unencumbered cash and equivalents and marketable securities on the consolidated balance sheet), and will depend on our earnings,
capital requirements, financial condition and such other factors as the Board of Directors deems relevant. As of December 31,
2014, we had unencumbered cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities that exceeded the aforementioned limitations.
Market Price and Dividends of Common Stock
2014 Quarters Ended
High
Low
Dividends per share
2013 Quarters Ended
High
Low
Dividends per share
December 31, September 30,
$
37.49 $
31.78
0.13
December 31, September 30,
$
39.09 $
30.44
0.13
35.32 $
28.35
0.13
32.46 $
27.88
0.13
June 30,
March 31,
40.52 $
34.24
0.13
40.55
31.39
0.13
June 30,
March 31,
32.16 $
26.07
0.13
37.74
29.55
0.13
During the three months ended December 31, 2014, we did not sell any of our equity securities that were not registered under the
Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The following table sets forth information regarding the repurchase of shares of our common
stock during the three months ended December 31, 2014:
Period
October 1 through October 31, 2014
November 1 through November 30, 2014
December 1 through December 31, 2014
Total
Total Number
of Shares
Purchased1
Average Price
Paid per
Share
104 $
115 $
11,807 $
12,026 $
33.35
36.48
36.21
36.19
Approximate
Dollar Value of
Shares that May
Yet be
Purchased
Under the Plans
or Programs2
64,065,401
64,065,401
64,065,401
$
$
$
Total Number of
Shares Purchased
as Part of Publicly
Announced Plans
or Programs
—
—
—
—
1The number of shares purchased is in connection with employee tax withholding for shares vested under our Amended and Restated 1999
Equity Incentive Plan.
2In October 2007, our Board of Directors authorized us to purchase, at management’s discretion, up to $200.0 million of our common stock.
Under this purchase program, the Company may purchase shares from time to time on the open market or in private transactions. The specific
timing and amount of purchases will vary based on market conditions, securities law limitations and other factors. Purchases under the share
purchase program may be commenced, suspended or discontinued at any time and from time to time without prior notice.
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Performance Graph
The following graph compares the cumulative 5-year total return provided to shareholders on Granite Construction Incorporated’s
common stock relative to the cumulative total returns of the S&P 500 index and the Dow Jones U.S. Heavy Construction index.
The Dow Jones U.S. Heavy Construction index includes the following companies: AECOM Technology Corp., Chicago Bridge &
Iron Co NV, EMCOR Group Inc., Fluor Corp., Jacobs Engineering Group Inc., KBR Inc., and Quanta Services Inc. Certain of
these companies differ from Granite in that they derive revenue and profit from non-U.S. operations and have customers in
different markets. An investment of $100 (with reinvestment of all dividends) is assumed to have been made in our common stock
and in each of the indexes on December 31, 2009 and its relative performance is tracked through December 31, 2014.
COMPARISON OF 5 YEAR CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURN*
Among Granite Construction Incorporated, the S&P 500 Index,
and the Dow Jones US Heavy Construction Index
$250
$200
$150
$100
$50
$0
12/09
12/10
12/11
12/12
12/13
12/14
Granite Construction Incorporated
S&P 500
Dow Jones US Heavy Construction
*$100 invested on 12/31/09 in stock or index, including reinvestment of dividends. Fiscal year ending December 31.
December 31,
Granite Construction Incorporated
S&P 500
Dow Jones U.S. Heavy Construction
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
$
100.00 $
100.00
100.00
83.12 $
115.06
128.40
73.51 $
117.49
105.86
106.10 $
136.30
128.54
112.23 $
180.44
168.74
123.74
205.14
125.68
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Item 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA
Other than contract backlog, the selected consolidated financial data set forth below have been derived from our consolidated
financial statements. Refer to the consolidated financial statements for further information. These historical results are not
necessarily indicative of the results of operations to be expected for any future period.
2014
$ 2,275,270 $
250,306
2012
2013
(In Thousands, Except Per Share Data)
2,266,901 $
185,263
2,083,037 $ 2,009,531 $ 1,762,965
177,784
234,759
2010
2011
11.0%
8.2%
11.3%
247,963
12.3%
162,302
8.1%
Selling, general and administrative expenses
203,821
199,946
185,099
As a percent of revenue
9.0%
8.8%
8.9%
(2,643)
35,876
(10,530)
25,346
1.1%
52,139
(44,766)
8,343
(36,423)
-1.6%
(3,728)
59,920
(14,637)
45,283
2.2%
2,181
66,085
(14,924)
51,161
2.5%
10.1 %
191,593
10.9 %
109,279
(62,448)
3,465
(58,983)
(3.3)%
Selected Consolidated Financial Data
Years Ended December 31,
Operating Summary
Revenue
Gross profit
As a percent of revenue
Restructuring and impairment (gains) charges,
net1
Net income (loss)
Amount attributable to non-controlling
interests
Net income (loss) attributable to Granite
As a percent of revenue
Net income (loss) per share attributable to
common shareholders:
Basic
Diluted
Weighted average shares of common stock:
Basic
Diluted
Dividends per common share
Consolidated Balance Sheet2
Total assets
Cash, cash equivalents and marketable
securities
Working capital
Current maturities of long-term debt
Long-term debt
Other long-term liabilities
Granite shareholders’ equity
Book value per share
Common shares outstanding
Contract backlog
$
$
0.65 $
0.64 $
(0.94) $
(0.94) $
1.17 $
1.15 $
1.32 $
1.31 $
(1.56)
(1.56)
39,096
39,795
38,803
38,803
38,447
39,076
$
0.52 $
0.52 $
0.52 $
38,117
38,473
0.52 $
37,820
37,820
0.52
$ 1,620,494 $
1,617,155 $
1,729,487 $ 1,547,799 $ 1,535,533
358,028
507,352
1,247
275,621
44,495
794,385
20.27
39,186
$ 2,718,873 $
346,323
452,633
1,247
276,868
48,580
781,940
20.09
38,918
2,526,751 $
433,420
490,785
19,060
271,070
47,124
829,953
21.43
38,731
395,728
475,079
38,119
242,351
47,996
761,031
19.64
38,746
1,708,761 $ 2,022,454 $ 1,899,170
406,648
461,254
32,173
218,413
49,221
799,197
20.66
38,683
1 During 2014, we recorded restructuring gains of $1.3 million related to our 2010 Enterprise Improvement Plan (“EIP”) and $1.3 million in impairment gains
related to nonperforming quarry sites. During 2013, we recorded net restructuring charges of $49.0 million related to our EIP and $3.2 million in other
impairment charges related to nonperforming quarry sites. During 2012, we recorded net restructuring gains of $3.7 million and during 2011, we recorded net
restructuring charges of $2.2 million (see Note 11 of the “Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements” for additional information regarding the 2014, 2013
and 2012 amounts). During 2010, we recorded restructuring charges of $109.3 million related to our EIP.
2 Assets acquired and liabilities assumed resulting from the acquisition of Kenny Construction Company are included on the consolidated balance sheet
commencing as of December 31, 2012 (see Note 21 of the “Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements”).
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Item 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF
OPERATIONS
General
We are one of the largest diversified heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers in the United States, engaged in
the construction and improvement of streets, roads, highways, mass transit facilities, airport infrastructure, bridges, trenchless and
underground utilities, power-related facilities, utilities, tunnels, dams and other infrastructure-related projects. We own aggregate
reserves and plant facilities to produce construction materials for use in our construction business and for sale to third parties. We
also operate a real estate investment business that we have been divesting over the past four years as part of our 2010 Enterprise
Improvement Plan (“EIP”). Our permanent offices are located in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Nevada,
New York, Texas, Utah and Washington.
During 2014, our business was organized into four reportable business segments. These business segments were: Construction,
Large Project Construction, Construction Materials and Real Estate. In the fourth quarter of 2014, we determined that the Real
Estate segment no longer met the requirements of a reportable business segment under Accounting Standard Codification (“ASC”)
280 and have eliminated it as a segment for all periods presented. Prior period amounts relating to the real estate segment have
been combined with the Construction Materials segment. See Note 20 of “Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements” for
additional information about our reportable business segments.
In addition to business segments, we review our business by operating groups and by public and private market sectors. Our
operating groups are defined as follows: (1) California; (2) Northwest, which primarily includes offices in Alaska, Arizona,
Nevada, Utah and Washington; (3) Heavy Civil, which primarily includes offices in California, Florida, New York and Texas; and
(4) Kenny, which primarily includes offices in Colorado and Illinois. Each of these operating groups may include financial results
from our Construction and Large Project Construction segments. A project’s results are reported in the operating group that is
responsible for the project, not necessarily the geographic area where the work is located. In some cases, the operations of an
operating group include the results of work performed outside of that geographic region. Our California and Northwest operating
groups include financial results from our Construction Materials segment.
Our construction contracts are obtained through competitive bidding in response to solicitations by both public agencies and
private parties and on a negotiated basis as a result of solicitations from private parties. Project owners use a variety of methods to
make contractors aware of new projects, including posting bidding opportunities on agency websites, disclosing long-term
infrastructure plans, advertising and other general solicitations. Our bidding activity is affected by such factors as the nature and
volume of advertising and other solicitations, contract backlog, available personnel, current utilization of equipment and other
resources, our ability to obtain necessary surety bonds and competitive considerations. Our contract review process includes
identifying risks and opportunities during the bidding process and managing these risks through mitigation efforts such as
insurance and pricing. Contracts fitting certain criteria of size and complexity are reviewed by various levels of management and,
in some cases, by the Executive Committee of our Board of Directors. Bidding activity, contract backlog and revenue resulting
from the award of new contracts may vary significantly from period to period.
Our typical construction project begins with the preparation and submission of a bid to a customer. If selected as the successful
bidder, we generally enter into a contract with the customer that provides for payment upon completion of specified work or units
of work as identified in the contract. We usually invoice our customers on a monthly basis. Our contracts frequently call for
retention that is a specified percentage withheld from each payment until the contract is completed and the work accepted by the
customer. We defer recognition of profit on projects until there is sufficient information to determine the estimated profit on the
project with a reasonable level of certainty and our profit recognition is based on estimates that may change over time. Our
revenue, gross margin and cash flows can differ significantly from period to period due to a variety of factors, including the
projects’ stage of completion, the mix of early and late stage projects, our estimates of contract costs, outstanding contract change
orders and claims and the payment terms of our contracts. The timing differences between our cash inflows and outflows require us
to maintain adequate levels of working capital.
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The four primary economic drivers of our business are (1) the overall health of the economy; (2) federal, state and local public
funding levels; (3) population growth resulting in public and private development; and (4) the need to replace or repair aging
infrastructure. A stagnant or declining economy will generally result in reduced demand for construction and construction materials
in the private sector. This reduced demand increases competition for private sector projects and will ultimately also increase
competition in the public sector as companies migrate from bidding on scarce private sector work to projects in the public sector.
Greater competition can reduce our revenues and/or have a downward impact on our gross profit margins. In addition, a stagnant
or declining economy tends to produce less tax revenue for public agencies, thereby decreasing a source of funds available for
spending on public infrastructure improvements. Some funding sources that have been specifically earmarked for infrastructure
spending, such as diesel and gasoline taxes, are not as directly affected by a stagnant or declining economy, unless actual
consumption is reduced. However, even these can be temporarily at risk as federal, state and local governments take actions to
balance their budgets. Additionally, high fuel prices and more fuel efficient vehicles can have a dampening effect on consumption,
resulting in overall lower tax revenue. Conversely, increased levels of public funding as well as an expanding or robust economy
will generally increase demand for our services and provide opportunities for revenue growth and margin improvement.
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
The financial statements included in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” have been prepared in accordance
with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. The preparation of these financial statements
requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, revenue and
expenses, and related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. Our estimates, judgments and assumptions are continually
evaluated based on available information and experiences; however, actual amounts could differ from those estimates.
The following are accounting policies and estimates that involve significant management judgment and can have significant effects
on the Company’s reported results of operations. The Audit & Compliance Committee of our Board of Directors has reviewed our
disclosure of critical accounting policies and estimates.
Revenue and Earnings Recognition for Construction Contracts
Revenue and earnings on construction contracts, including construction joint ventures, are recognized under the percentage of
completion method using the ratio of costs incurred to estimated total costs. Revenue in an amount equal to cost incurred is
recognized until there is sufficient information to determine the estimated profit on the project with a reasonable level of certainty.
The factors considered in this evaluation include the stage of design completion, the stage of construction completion, the status of
outstanding subcontracts or buyouts, certainty of quantities of labor and materials, certainty of schedule and the relationship with
the owner.
Revenue from affirmative contract claims is recognized when we have a signed agreement and payment is assured. Revenue from
unapproved change orders is recognized to the extent the related costs have been incurred, the amount can be reliably estimated
and recovery is probable, which is often when the owner has agreed to the change order in writing. Provisions are recognized in the
consolidated statements of operations for the full amount of estimated losses on uncompleted contracts whenever evidence
indicates that the estimated total cost of a contract exceeds its estimated total revenue. All contract costs, including those associated
with affirmative claims and unapproved change orders, are recorded as incurred and revisions to estimated total costs are reflected
as soon as the obligation to perform exists. Contract costs consist of direct costs on contracts, including labor and materials,
amounts payable to subcontractors, direct overhead costs and equipment expense (primarily depreciation, fuel, maintenance and
repairs). All state and federal government contracts and many of our other contracts provide for termination of the contract at the
convenience of the party contracting with us, with provisions to pay us for work performed through the date of termination.
The accuracy of our revenue and profit recognition in a given period is dependent on the accuracy of our estimates of the cost to
complete each project. Cost estimates for all of our significant projects use a detailed “bottom up” approach and we believe our
experience and process allows us to provide materially reliable estimates. However, there are a number of factors that can
contribute to changes in estimates of contract cost and profitability. The most significant of these include:
•
the completeness and accuracy of the original bid;
•
costs associated with scope changes where final price negotiations are not complete;
•
costs of labor and/or materials;
•
extended overhead and other costs due to owner, weather and other delays;
•
subcontractor performance issues;
•
changes in productivity expectations;
•
site conditions that differ from those assumed in the original bid (to the extent contract remedies are unavailable);
•
continuing changes from original design on design-build projects;
•
the availability and skill level of workers in the geographic location of the project;
•
a change in the availability and proximity of equipment and materials; and
• our ability to fully and promptly recover on claims for additional contract costs.
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The foregoing factors as well as the stage of completion of contracts in process and the mix of contracts at different margins may
cause fluctuations in gross profit between periods. Significant changes in cost estimates, particularly in our larger, more complex
projects, have had, and can in future periods have, a significant effect on our profitability.
Our contracts with our customers are primarily either “fixed unit price” or “fixed price.” Under fixed unit price contracts, we are
committed to provide materials or services required by a project at fixed unit prices (for example, dollars per cubic yard of
concrete placed or cubic yards of earth excavated). While the fixed unit price contract shifts the risk of estimating the quantity of
units required for a particular project to the customer, any increase in our unit cost over the expected unit cost in the bid, whether
due to inflation, inefficiency, faulty estimates or other factors, is borne by us unless otherwise provided in the contract. Fixed price
contracts are priced on a lump-sum basis under which we bear the risk that we may not be able to perform all the work profitably
for the specified contract amount. The percentage of fixed price contracts in our contract backlog increased to 71.0% at December
31, 2014 from 63.5% at December 31, 2013. The percentage of fixed unit price contracts in our contract backlog was 19.9% and
26.0% at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. All other types of contracts represented 9.1% and 10.5% of our contract
backlog at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
Goodwill
As of December 31, 2014, we had four reporting units in which goodwill was recorded as follows:
• Kenny Group Construction
• Kenny Group Large Project Construction
• Northwest Group Construction
• Northwest Group Construction Materials
The most significant goodwill balances reside in the reporting units associated with the Kenny Group.
We perform impairment tests annually and more frequently when events and circumstances occur that indicate a possible
impairment of goodwill. We have historically performed goodwill impairment testing on an annual basis as of December 31.
However, in 2014 we changed the annual goodwill impairment testing date to November 1, which we believe is preferable as the
new testing date better aligns with our financial planning and budgeting cycle. In addition, we evaluate goodwill for impairment if
events or circumstances change between annual tests indicating a possible impairment. Examples of such events or circumstances
include the following:
•
•
•
•
a significant adverse change in legal factors or in the business climate;
an adverse action or assessment by a regulator;
a more likely than not expectation that a segment or a significant portion thereof will be sold; or
the testing for recoverability of a significant asset group within the segment.
In performing step one of the goodwill impairment tests, we calculate the estimated fair value of the reporting unit in which the
goodwill is recorded using the discounted cash flows and market multiple methods. Judgments inherent in these methods include
the determination of appropriate discount rates, the amount and timing of expected future cash flows and growth rates, and
appropriate benchmark companies. The cash flows used in our 2014 discounted cash flow model were based on five-year financial
forecasts, which in turn were based on the 2015-2017 operating plan developed internally by management adjusted for market
participant-based assumptions. Our discount rate assumptions are based on an assessment of the equity cost of capital and
appropriate capital structure for our reporting units. In assessing the reasonableness of our determined fair values of our reporting
units, we evaluate the reasonableness of our results against our current market capitalization.
After calculating the estimated fair value, we compare the resulting fair value to the net book value of the reporting unit, including
goodwill. If the net book value of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, we measure and record the amount of the impairment loss
by comparing the implied fair value of the reporting unit’s goodwill with the carrying amount of that goodwill.
The results of our annual goodwill impairment tests, performed in accordance with ASC 350, indicated that the estimated fair
values of our reporting units exceeded their net book values (i.e., cushion) by at least 50% for the four reporting units with
goodwill. The Kenny Large Project Construction business is susceptible to fluctuations in results depending on awarded work
given the size and frequency of awards. While we believe the current cushion is adequate to absorb these fluctuations, a significant
decline in job win rates could have a significant impact to this reporting unit’s estimated fair value.
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Long-lived Assets
We review property and equipment and amortizable intangible assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances
indicate the net book value of an asset may not be recoverable. Recoverability of these assets is measured by comparison of their
net book values to the future undiscounted cash flows the assets are expected to generate. If the assets are considered to be
impaired, an impairment charge will be recognized equal to the amount by which the net book value of the asset exceeds fair value.
We group plant equipment assets at a regional level, which represents the lowest level for which identifiable cash flows are largely
independent of the cash flows of other groups of assets. When an individual asset or group of assets are determined to no longer
contribute to the vertically integrated asset group, it is assessed for impairment independently.
During 2013 and in connection with our EIP, we recorded $14.7 million in restructuring charges related to non-performing quarry
sites and incurred $3.2 million in lease termination charges, both related to the Construction Materials segment. During 2014 we
recorded a $1.3 million restructuring gain resulting from our release from the lease obligations. In addition, during 2013 as part of
the EIP we recorded $31.1 million of non-cash impairment charges, including amounts attributable to non-controlling interests of
$3.9 million, related to all of the remaining consolidated real estate assets. Separate from the EIP, we recorded $1.3 million in non-
cash impairment gains and $3.2 million in non-cash impairment charges during 2014 and 2013, respectively, related to the
Construction Materials segment. See Note 11 of “Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements” and “Restructuring and
Impairment (Gains) Charges, Net” under “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations” for additional information.
Insurance Estimates
We carry insurance policies to cover various risks, primarily general liability, automobile liability and workers compensation,
under which we are liable to reimburse the insurance company for a portion of each claim paid. Payment for general liability and
workers compensation claim amounts generally range from the first $0.5 million to $1.0 million per occurrence. We accrue for
probable losses, both reported and unreported, that are reasonably estimable using actuarial methods based on historic trends,
modified, if necessary, by recent events. Changes in our loss assumptions caused by changes in actual experience would affect our
assessment of the ultimate liability and could have an effect on our operating results and financial position up to $1.0 million per
occurrence.
Asset Retirement and Reclamation Obligations
We account for the costs related to legal obligations to reclaim aggregate mining sites and other facilities by recording our
estimated reclamation liability at fair value, capitalizing the estimated liability as part of the related asset’s carrying amount and
allocating it to expense over the asset’s useful life. To determine the fair value of the obligation, we estimate the cost for a third-
party to perform the legally required reclamation including a reasonable profit margin. This cost is then increased for future
estimated inflation based on the estimated years to complete and discounted to fair value using present value techniques with a
credit-adjusted, risk-free rate. In estimating the settlement date, we evaluate the current facts and conditions to determine the most
likely settlement date.
We review reclamation obligations at least annually for a revision to the cost or a change in the estimated settlement date.
Additionally, reclamation obligations are reviewed in the period that a triggering event occurs that would result in either a revision
to the cost or a change in the estimated settlement date.
Contingencies
Loss contingency provisions are recorded if the potential loss from any asserted or unasserted claim or legal proceeding is
considered probable and the amount can be reasonably estimated. If a potential loss is considered probable but only a range of loss
can be determined, the low-end of the range is recorded. These accruals represent management’s best estimate of probable loss.
Disclosure also is provided when it is reasonably possible that a loss will be incurred or when it is reasonably possible that the
amount of a loss will exceed the amount recorded. Significant judgment is required in both the determination of probability of loss
and the determination as to whether an exposure is reasonably estimable. Because of uncertainties related to these matters, accruals
are based only on the best information available at the time. As additional information becomes available, we reassess the potential
liability related to claims and litigation and may revise our estimates. See Note 19 of “Notes to the Consolidated Financial
Statements” and “Item 3. Legal Proceedings” for additional information.
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Current Economic Environment and Outlook for 2015
At more than $2.7 billion at the end of 2014, total company backlog continues to provide Granite with opportunities to grow.
Financing from the Transportation Infrastructure Financing and Innovation Act has been a key driver for large projects across the
country. However, dedicated federal funding remains a concern. The two-year federal highway bill, Moving Ahead for Progress in
the 21st Century, expired in September 2014 and the current short-term extension runs out in May. Congress must act swiftly to
ensure long-term funding and continued federal financing are achieved in the next highway bill. A clear commitment to federal
infrastructure investment is overdue and is necessary to give state and local leaders the confidence to plan beyond the end of the
next short-term patchwork funding.
Despite increased tax revenues, without long-term federal funding commitments, capital budgets for many of our traditional
Western markets have remained flat or gone negative over the past few years. Though generally stable, the volume of available
work and the bidding environment in these traditional markets remains highly competitive. We remain encouraged by continued
signs of recovery in the private sector, and we continue to expect growing revenue and profit synergies from our diversified
markets including power, tunnel and underground.
The markets for projects within our Large Project Construction segment remain strong. Granite is a a highly desired partner for all
types of work, including Public, Private Partnerships. We continue to pursue significant bidding opportunities for our Large Project
Construction segment, which include teaming arrangements with partners to bid on more than $15 billion over the next several
years.
Results of Operations
Comparative Financial Summary
Years Ended December 31,
(in thousands)
Total revenue
Gross profit
Restructuring and impairment (gains) charges, net
Operating income (loss)
Total other expense (income)
Amount attributable to non-controlling interests
Net income (loss) attributable to Granite Construction Incorporated
2014
2013
2012
$
2,275,270 $
250,306
(2,643)
65,100
9,503
(10,530)
25,346
2,266,901 $
185,263
52,139
(54,692)
9,337
8,343
(36,423)
2,083,037
234,759
(3,728)
80,835
(194)
(14,637)
45,283
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Revenue
Total Revenue by Segment
Years Ended December 31,
(dollars in thousands)
Construction
Large Project Construction
Construction Materials
Total
Construction Revenue
Years Ended December 31,
(dollars in thousands)
California:
Public sector
Private sector
Northwest:
Public sector
Private sector
Heavy Civil:
Public sector
Private sector
Kenny:
Public sector
Private sector
Total
2014
2013
2012
$ 1,186,445
825,044
263,781
$ 2,275,270
52.1%$ 1,251,197
777,811
36.3
237,893
11.6
100.0%$ 2,266,901
55.2 % $ 984,106
34.3
863,217
10.5
235,714
100.0 % $ 2,083,037
47.2%
41.5
11.3
100.0%
2014
2013
2012
$
388,049
103,791
32.7%$
8.7
386,050
85,219
31.0 % $ 434,570
6.8
53,886
44.1%
5.5
396,919
133,271
19,642
—
33.5
11.2
1.7
—
442,089
132,907
4,093
528
35.3
10.6
0.3
—
371,917
114,851
8,798
84
37.8
11.7
0.9
—
93,291
51,482
$ 1,186,445
7.9
4.3
77,953
122,358
100.0%$ 1,251,197
6.2
9.8
—
—
100.0 % $ 984,106
—
—
100.0%
Construction revenue for the year ended December 31, 2014 decreased by $64.8 million, or 5.2%, compared to the year ended
December 31, 2013 primarily due to lower volumes from entering the year with less backlog, as well as the timing of new awards
in the Northwest public and Kenny private sector. The decreases were partially offset by an improved success rate on bidding
activity in the California private sector and entering the year with higher backlog in the Heavy Civil and Kenny public sectors from
bid successes during 2013.
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Large Project Construction Revenue
Years Ended December 31,
(dollars in thousands)
California1
Northwest1
Heavy Civil1
Kenny:
Public sector
Private sector
Total
2014
2013
2012
$
57,229
13,883
633,063
6.9% $
1.7
76.7
73,486
24,085
623,166
9.5% $
3.1
80.1
73,359
175,595
614,263
103,828
17,041
$ 825,044
12.6
2.1
55,174
1,900
100.0% $ 777,811
7.1
0.2
—
—
100.0% $ 863,217
8.5%
20.3
71.2
—
—
100.0%
1For the periods presented, Large Project Construction revenue was earned from the public sector.
Large Project Construction revenue for the year ended December 31, 2014 increased by $47.2 million, or 6.1%, compared to the
year ended December 31, 2013, primarily due to increases in Kenny and Heavy Civil operating groups from entering the year with
greater backlog than 2013 and the settlement of outstanding claims. Decreases in the California and Northwest groups were from
ongoing projects nearing completion coupled with delayed starts on new work.
Construction Materials Revenue
Years Ended December 31,
(dollars in thousands)
California
Northwest
Total
2014
2013
2012
$ 152,959
110,822
$ 263,781
58.0% $ 134,697
42.0
103,196
100.0% $ 237,893
56.6% $ 143,315
43.4
92,399
100.0% $ 235,714
60.8%
39.2
100.0%
Construction Materials revenue for the year ended December 31, 2014 increased $25.9 million, or 10.9%, when compared to the
year ended December 31, 2013 primarily due to increased volume and pricing. The increased volume and pricing was due to more
aggressive sales efforts coupled with increased demand in most Western states.
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Contract Backlog
Our contract backlog consists of the remaining unearned revenue on awarded contracts, including 100% of our consolidated joint
venture contracts and our proportionate share of unconsolidated joint venture contracts. We generally include a project in our
contract backlog at the time it is awarded and funding is in place. Certain federal government contracts where funding is
appropriated on a periodic basis are included in contract backlog at the time of the award. Existing contracts that include
unexercised contract options and unissued task orders under existing contracts are included in contract backlog as task orders are
issued or options are exercised as further described in “Contract Backlog” under “Item 1. Business”. Substantially all of the
contracts in our contract backlog may be canceled or modified at the election of the customer; however, we have not been
materially adversely affected by contract cancellations or modifications in the past.
The following tables illustrate our contract backlog as of the respective dates:
Total Contract Backlog by Segment
December 31,
(dollars in thousands)
Construction
Large Project Construction
Total
Construction Contract Backlog
December 31,
(dollars in thousands)
California:
Public sector
Private sector
Northwest:
Public sector
Private sector
Heavy Civil:
Public sector
Private sector
Kenny:
Public sector
Private sector
Total
2014
2013
712,967
2,005,906
2,718,873
26.2% $
73.8
100.0% $
681,415
1,845,336
2,526,751
27.0%
73.0
100.0%
2014
2013
285,230
60,490
185,987
35,444
27,557
—
44,927
73,332
712,967
40.0% $
8.5
26.1
5.0
3.8
—
6.3
10.3
100.0% $
387,251
33,365
118,123
21,418
46,972
—
46,956
27,330
681,415
56.9%
4.9
17.3
3.1
6.9
—
6.9
4.0
100.0%
$
$
$
$
Construction contract backlog of $713.0 million at December 31, 2014 was $31.6 million, or 4.6%, higher than at December 31,
2013. The increase was primarily due to an improved success rate on bidding activity in the Northwest and Kenny operating
groups, partially offset by progress on existing projects in the California and Heavy Civil operating groups. Not included in
Construction contract backlog as of December 31, 2014 is $76.8 million associated with Kenny underground contracts, the
majority of which is expected to be booked into contract backlog as additional releases are issued by the owner in 2015.
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Large Project Construction Contract Backlog
December 31,
(dollars in thousands)
Heavy Civil1
California1
Northwest1
Kenny:
Public sector2
Private sector
Total
2014
2013
$
$
1,682,047
19,066
38,463
156,010
110,320
2,005,906
83.9% $
1.0
1.8
1,445,849
55,593
6,860
7.8
5.5
100.0% $
161,361
175,673
1,845,336
78.4%
3.0
0.4
8.7
9.5
100.0%
1For the periods presented, all Large Project Construction contract backlog is related to contracts with public agencies.
2As of December 31, 2014 and 2013, $35.0 million and $58.4 million, respectively, of Kenny public sector contract backlog was translated from
Canadian dollars to U.S. dollars at the spot rate in effect at the date of reporting.
Large Project Construction contract backlog of $2.0 billion at December 31, 2014 was $160.6 million, or 8.7%, higher than
at December 31, 2013. The increase from December 31, 2013 was primarily due to the award of a $696.6 million design-build
highway improvement project in Florida for our Heavy Civil operating group, partially offset by progress on existing projects. Not
included in Large Project Construction contract backlog as of December 31, 2014 is $359.6 million associated with our share of
the Rapid Bridge replacement project in Pennsylvania that will be booked into contract backlog when funding is approved.
Non-controlling partners’ share of Large Project Construction contract backlog as of December 31, 2014 and 2013 was $26.8
million and $59.2 million, respectively.
Large Project Construction contracts with forecasted losses represented $32.1 million, or 1.6%, and $127.8 million, or 6.9%,
respectively, of Large Project Construction contract backlog at December 31, 2014 and 2013. Provisions are recognized in the
consolidated statements of operations for the full amount of estimated losses on uncompleted contracts whenever evidence
indicates that the estimated total cost of a contract exceeds its estimated total revenue. Future revisions to these estimated losses
will be recorded in the periods in which the revisions are made.
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Gross Profit
The following table presents gross profit by business segment for the respective periods:
Years Ended December 31,
(dollars in thousands)
Construction
Percent of segment revenue
Large Project Construction
Percent of segment revenue
Construction Materials
Percent of segment revenue
Total gross profit
Percent of total revenue
2014
2013
2012
$
$
118,834 $
10.0%
112,601
13.6
18,871
7.2
250,306 $
11.0%
106,374
$
77,963
8.5%
7.9%
71,808
9.2
7,081
3.0
185,263
$
148,418
17.2
8,378
3.6
234,759
8.2%
11.3%
Construction gross profit in 2014 increased $12.5 million, or 11.8%, compared to 2013. Construction gross margin as a percentage
of segment revenue for 2014 increased to 10.0% from 8.5% in 2013. Improved project efficiency resulting from better utilization
of vertically integrated construction materials partially offset the decline in revenue volume.
Large Project Construction gross profit in 2014 increased $40.8 million, or 56.8%, compared to 2013. Large Project Construction
gross margin as a percentage of segment revenue for 2014 increased to 13.6% from 9.2% in 2013. The increases were due to
increased revenue volume, claims settlements and an increase in the timing of recognition of deferred profit.
Construction Materials gross profit in 2014 increased $11.8 million, or 166.6%, compared to 2013. Construction Materials gross
margin as a percentage of segment revenue for 2014 increased to 7.2% from 3.0% in 2013. The increases were primarily due to
operating cost reductions in both the California and Northwest groups enhanced by improved sales volumes and pricing.
Revenue in an amount equal to cost incurred is recognized until there is sufficient information to determine the estimated profit on
the project with a reasonable level of certainty. Gross profit can vary significantly in periods where previously deferred profit is
recognized on one or more projects or, conversely, if we have outstanding claims that are not resolved or executed, in periods
where contract backlog is growing rapidly and/or a higher percentage of projects are in their early stages with no associated gross
profit recognition.
The following table presents revenue from projects that have not yet recognized profit:
Years Ended December 31,
(in thousands)
Construction
Large Project Construction
Total revenue from contracts with deferred profit
2014
2013
2012
$
$
13,124 $
33,238
46,362 $
16,761 $
145,038
161,799 $
22,110
16,982
39,092
When we experience significant changes in our estimates of costs to complete, we undergo a process that includes reviewing the
nature of the changes to ensure that there are no material amounts that should have been recorded in a prior period rather than as
revisions in estimates for the current period. In our review of these changes for the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and
2012, we did not identify any material amounts that should have been recorded in a prior period.
Unresolved contract modifications and claims to recover additional compensation for unanticipated additional costs to which the
Company believes it is entitled under the terms of the projects’ contracts are pending or have been submitted on certain projects.
The projects’ owners or their authorized representatives and/or other third parties may be in partial or full agreement with the
request or proposed modification, or may have rejected or disagree entirely as to such entitlement. The potential gross profit
impact of recoveries for contract modifications and claims may be material in future periods when claims, or a portion of such
claims, against customers become probable and estimable or when claims against other third parties are settled. In addition, the
Company may incur additional costs when pursuing such potential recoveries.
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Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
The following table presents the components of selling, general and administrative expenses for the respective periods:
Years Ended December 31,
(dollars in thousands)
Selling
Salaries and related expenses
Other selling expenses
Total selling
General and administrative
Salaries and related expenses
Incentive compensation
Restricted stock amortization
Other general and administrative expenses
Total general and administrative
Total selling, general and administrative
Percent of revenue
2014
2013
2012
$
$
40,704 $
9,561
50,265
61,394
11,749
12,273
68,140
153,556
203,821 $
9.0%
38,410
6,901
45,311
65,482
9,376
14,770
65,007
154,635
199,946
$
$
35,051
13,321
48,372
57,583
11,543
10,909
56,692
136,727
185,099
8.8%
8.9%
Selling, general and administrative expenses for 2014 increased $3.9 million, or 1.9%, compared to 2013.
Selling Expenses
Selling expenses include the costs for materials facility permits, business development, estimating and bidding. Selling expenses
can vary depending on the volume of projects in process and the number of employees assigned to estimating and bidding
activities. As projects are completed or the volume of work slows down, we temporarily redeploy project employees to bid on new
projects, moving their salaries and related costs from cost of revenue to selling expenses. Selling expenses for 2014 increased $5.0
million, or 10.9%, compared to 2013. The increases were primarily due to increased bidding activity.
General and Administrative Expenses
General and administrative expenses include costs related to our operational offices that are not allocated to direct contract costs
and expenses related to our corporate functions. These costs include variable cash and restricted stock performance-based
incentives for select management personnel on which our compensation strategy heavily relies. The cash portion of these
incentives is expensed when earned while the restricted stock portion is expensed as earned over the vesting period of the restricted
stock award (generally three years). Other general and administrative expenses include travel and entertainment, outside services,
information technology, depreciation, occupancy, training, office supplies, changes in the fair market value of our Non-Qualified
Deferred Compensation plan liability and other miscellaneous expenses, none of which individually exceeded 10% of total general
and administrative expenses. Total general and administrative expenses for 2014 remained relatively flat compared to 2013.
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Restructuring and Impairment (Gains) Charges, Net
The following table presents the components of restructuring and impairment (gains) charges, net during the respective periods (in
thousands):
Years ended December 31,
Impairment losses (gains) associated with our real estate investments, net
Impairment charges on quarry assets
Lease termination (gains) costs, net of estimated sublease income
Total restructuring (gains) charges
Other impairment (gains) charges
Total restructuring and impairment (gains) charges, net
2014
2013
2012
— $
—
(1,283)
(1,283)
(1,360)
(2,643)$
31,090 $
14,651
3,234
48,975
3,164
52,139 $
(3,093)
—
(635)
(3,728)
—
(3,728)
$
$
In 2010, we announced our EIP, which included actions to reduce our cost structure, enhance operating efficiencies and strengthen
our business to achieve long-term profitable growth. The majority of restructuring charges associated with the EIP were recorded
in 2010.
In 2011, development activities were curtailed for the majority of our real estate development projects as divestiture efforts
increased, and we recorded $1.5 million in additional restructuring charges associated with the sale or other disposition of three
separate projects located in California.
During 2012, we recorded a restructuring gain of $3.1 million associated with the sale or other disposition of three separate,
previously impaired real estate investments located in California, Oregon and Washington.
During 2013 and pursuant to the EIP, management approved a plan to sell or otherwise dispose of all of the remaining consolidated
real estate assets, as well as certain assets in our Construction Materials segment. These actions resulted in restructuring charges of
$49.0 million in 2013, including amounts attributable to non-controlling interests of $3.9 million. Restructuring charges consisted
of the non-cash impairment of certain real estate and quarry assets and the accrual of lease termination costs. The carrying values
of the impaired assets were adjusted to their expected fair values, which were estimated by a variety of factors including, but not
limited to, comparative market data, historical sales prices, broker quotes and third-party valuations.
Restructuring charges in 2013 associated with the Company’s consolidated real estate assets resulted in $31.1 million of non-cash
impairment charges, including amounts attributable to non-controlling interests of $3.9 million.
Restructuring charges in 2013 associated with the Company’s Construction Materials segment included $14.7 million of non-cash
impairment charges related to non-performing quarry assets, and in connection with the impairment of these quarry assets, we
recorded lease termination charges of $3.2 million. In 2014, we recorded a restructuring gain of $1.3 million resulting from our
release from lease obligations.
Separate from the EIP but related to our process of continually optimizing our assets, we identified a quarry asset within our
Construction Materials segment that no longer had strategic value to our vertically integrated business. Therefore, during 2013,
management approved a plan to sell or otherwise dispose of this asset. We determined that the asset’s carrying value was not
recoverable and recorded a $3.2 million non-cash impairment charge. In 2014, this asset was sold, resulting in a $1.3 million
impairment gain.
We completed the majority of our EIP during 2013. As the remaining assets are sold, we may recognize additional restructuring
charges or gains; however, we do not expect these charges or gains to be material.
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Gain on Sales of Property and Equipment
The following table presents the gain on sales of property and equipment for the respective periods:
Years Ended December 31,
(in thousands)
Gain on sales of property and equipment
2014
2013
2012
(15,972)
(12,130)
(27,447)
Gain on sales of property and equipment for 2014 increased $3.8 million, or 31.7%, compared to 2013, primarily due to the sale of
underutilized quarry properties associated with our efforts to continuously optimize the asset base of our Construction Materials
segment.
Other Expense (Income)
The following table presents the components of other expense (income) for the respective periods:
Years Ended December 31,
(in thousands)
Interest income
Interest expense
Equity in income of affiliates
Other income, net
Total other expense (income)
2014
2013
2012
$
$
(1,872) $
14,159
(901)
(1,883)
9,503 $
(1,785) $
14,386
(1,304)
(1,960)
9,337 $
(2,626)
10,603
(1,988)
(6,183)
(194)
Total other expense for 2014 remained relatively unchanged when compared to 2013.
Income Taxes
The following table presents the provision for (benefit from) income taxes for the respective periods:
Years Ended December 31,
(dollars in thousands)
Provision for (benefit from) income taxes
Effective tax rate
2014
2013
2012
$
19,721
$
35.5%
(19,263 ) $
30.1%
21,109
26.1%
Our 2014 tax rate increased by 5.4% from 30.1% to 35.5% when compared to 2013. The 5.4% increase included a 9.9% increase
related to state taxes, offset by a 4.5% decrease related to non-controlling interests and all other permanent differences. The
increase related to state taxes was driven by a state tax law change resulting in a revaluation of our net deferred tax assets in that
jurisdiction in 2014. In addition, there was a change in state apportionment that resulted in an abnormally low state rate in 2013
relative to 2014.
Amount Attributable to Non-controlling Interests
The following table presents the amount attributable to non-controlling interests in consolidated subsidiaries for the respective
periods:
Years Ended December 31,
(in thousands)
Amount attributable to non-controlling interests
2014
2013
2012
$
(10,530) $
8,343 $
(14,637)
The amount attributable to non-controlling interests represents the non-controlling owners’ share of the income or loss of our
consolidated construction joint ventures and real estate entities. The change during 2014 was primarily due to the settlement of
outstanding claims with contract owners in 2014 partially offset by certain profitable projects nearing completion in 2013, both
within our Large Projects Construction segment. In addition, losses incurred in 2013 from the real estate investment restructuring
charges did not occur in 2014.
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Prior Years
Revenue: Construction revenue for the year ended December 31, 2013 increased by $267.1 million, or 27.1%, compared to the
year ended December 31, 2012, primarily due to the acquisition of Kenny in December 2012. The remaining increase resulted
from increases in the Northwest public and private sectors, as well as in California private sector revenues, offset by decreases in
California public sector revenue due to fluctuations in bidding success and resulting awards.
Large Project Construction revenue for the year ended December 31, 2013 decreased by $85.4 million, or 9.9%, compared to the
year ended December 31, 2012. The decrease was primarily due to ongoing projects nearing completion, a lack of Large Project
Construction awards during 2012 and new projects in the early stage of completion. These decreases were partially offset by
increases from the acquisition of Kenny in December 2012.
Construction Materials revenue for the year ended December 31, 2013 increased $2.2 million, or 0.9%, when compared to the year
ended December 31, 2012 primarily due to increased sales volumes to meet demand for new projects within the Northwest group.
The Northwest group increases were partially offset by a decrease in the California group due to continued weakness in the
commercial and residential development markets.
Contract Backlog: Construction contract backlog of $681.4 million at December 31, 2013 was $49.0 million, or 7.7%, higher than
at December 31, 2012. The increase was primarily due to an improved success rate on bidding activity in the California and Heavy
Civil operating groups, partially offset by progress on existing projects in the Northwest and Kenny operating groups.
Large Project Construction contract backlog of $1.8 billion at December 31, 2013 was $769.0 million, or 71.4%, higher than
at December 31, 2012. The increase was primarily due to new awards in the Kenny and Heavy Civil operating groups, offset by
jobs completing or nearing completion in the California and Northwest operating groups.
Gross Profit: Construction gross profit in 2013 increased $28.4 million compared to 2012. Construction gross margin as a
percentage of segment revenue for 2013 increased to 8.5% from 7.9% in 2012. The increase was due to improved project
execution, increase in project volumes and the addition of gross profit from Kenny operations.
Large Project Construction gross profit in 2013 decreased $76.6 million compared to 2012. Large Project Construction gross
margin as a percentage of segment revenue for 2013 decreased to 9.2% from 17.2% in 2012. The decreases were due to several
projects that were completed or were nearing completion as well as projects that had not yet reached profit recognition, primarily
in the Heavy Civil operating group. The decreases during 2013 were also attributable to a net increase of $25.5 million from
revisions in estimates in 2013, down from a net increase of $64.6 million in 2012.
Construction Materials gross profit in 2013 decreased $1.3 million compared to 2012. Construction Materials gross margin as a
percentage of segment revenue for 2013 decreased to 3.0% from 3.6% in 2012. The decreases were primarily due to the continued
competitive environment in the commercial and public markets in general.
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Selling, General and Administrative Expenses: Selling, general and administrative expenses for 2013 increased $14.8 million, or
8.0%, compared to 2012. Total selling expenses for 2013 decreased $3.1 million, or 6.3%, compared to 2012 primarily due to
lower pre-bid costs within the Heavy Civil operating group partially offset by additional salary and related expenses associated
with Kenny of $4.2 million. Total general and administrative expenses for 2013 increased $17.9 million, or 13.1%,
compared to 2012 primarily due to the addition of expenses associated with Kenny of $23.1 million. This included $9.7 million of
salaries and related expenses, $3.7 million of restricted stock amortization and incentive compensation, $6.6 million of other
general and administrative expenses and $3.1 million in integration costs. These increases were partially offset by a decrease in
salaries and related expenses as part of our ongoing efforts to reduce our cost structure, as well as a decrease in incentive
compensation expense due to our net loss during 2013.
Restructuring and Impairment Charges (Gains), Net: During 2013, we recorded net restructuring charges of $52.1 million, and in
2012 we recorded a net restructuring gain of $3.7 million. The restructuring gains and charges recorded in 2013 and 2012 were
primarily the result of executing our EIP.
Gain on Sales of Property and Equipment: Gain on sales of property and equipment for 2013 decreased $15.3 million, or 55.8%,
compared to 2012, primarily due to an $18.0 million gain from the sale of an underutilized quarry asset during 2012 with no
corresponding sale in 2013.
Other Expense (Income): Interest expense during 2013 increased $3.8 million compared to 2012 primarily due to increased
borrowings under Granite’s existing revolving credit facility related to the acquisition of Kenny in 2012. Other income, net in 2012
included a $7.4 million gain from the sale of gold, a by-product of aggregate production, partially offset by a $2.8 million non-cash
impairment charge from the write-off of our cost method investment in the preferred stock of a corporation that designs and
manufactures solar power generation equipment.
Provision for Income Taxes: Our effective tax rate increased to 30.1% in 2013 from 26.1% in 2012. The most significant change
was due to the effect of non-controlling interests as a percentage of net (loss) income, as non-controlling interests are not subject to
income taxes on a standalone basis. Additionally, included in the tax rate for the year ended December 31, 2012, is the release of a
state valuation allowance.
Amount Attributable to Non-controlling Interests: The change in non-controlling interests during 2013 was primarily due to a
consolidated construction joint venture project nearing completion thereby realizing less income when compared to 2012.
Additionally, the change was from losses incurred due to a project write down from revisions in profitability estimates on a
highway project in Washington State and from the 2013 restructuring charges.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources
We believe our cash and cash equivalents, short-term investments, available borrowing capacity and cash expected to be generated
from operations will be sufficient to meet our expected working capital needs, capital expenditures, financial commitments, cash
dividend payments, and other liquidity requirements associated with our existing operations for the next twelve months. We
maintain a collateralized revolving credit facility of $215.0 million, of which $134.8 million was available at December 31, 2014,
primarily to provide capital needs to fund growth opportunities, either internal or generated through acquisitions (see Credit
Agreement discussion below for further information). We do not anticipate that this credit facility will be required to fund future
working capital needs associated with our existing operations. However, we have the ability and intent to draw on this credit
facility or obtain another source of financing during 2015 to re-pay $40.0 million of maturing 2019 Notes (defined in Senior Notes
Payable section below). If we experience a prolonged change in our business operating results or make a significant
acquisition, we may need to acquire additional sources of financing, which, if available, may be limited by the terms of our
existing debt covenants, or may require the amendment of our existing debt agreements. There can be no assurance that sufficient
capital will continue to be available in the future or that it will be available on terms acceptable to us.
The following table presents our cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities, including amounts from our consolidated joint
ventures, as of the respective dates:
December 31,
(in thousands)
Cash and cash equivalents excluding consolidated joint ventures
Consolidated construction joint venture cash and cash equivalents1
Total consolidated cash and cash equivalents
Short-term and long-term marketable securities2
Total cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities
2014
2013
$
$
194,685 $
61,276
255,961
102,067
358,028 $
190,321
38,800
229,121
117,202
346,323
1The volume and stage of completion of contracts from our consolidated construction joint ventures may cause fluctuations in joint venture cash
and cash equivalents between periods. These funds generally are not available for the working capital or other liquidity needs of Granite until
distributed.
2See Note 3 of “Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements” for the composition of our marketable securities.
Our primary sources of liquidity are cash and cash equivalents and marketable securities. We may also from time to time access
our credit facility, issue and sell equity, debt or hybrid securities or engage in other capital markets transactions.
Our cash and cash equivalents consisted of deposits and money market funds held with established national financial institutions.
Marketable securities consist of U.S. Government and agency obligations and commercial paper.
Consolidated joint ventures were responsible for $22.5 million, or 83.8%, of the $26.8 million increase in cash and cash
equivalents during 2014. Granite’s portion of consolidated joint venture cash and cash equivalents was $38.6 million and $23.8
million as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Granite’s portion of unconsolidated joint venture cash and cash
equivalents was $80.2 million and $112.9 million as of December 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively. Cash and cash
equivalents held by our joint ventures are primarily used to fulfill the working capital needs of each joint venture’s project, and
generally cannot be distributed to any of the venture partners without the consent of the majority of the venture partners.
Our principal uses of liquidity are paying the costs and expenses associated with our operations, servicing outstanding
indebtedness, making capital expenditures and paying dividends on our capital stock. We may also from time to time prepay or
repurchase outstanding indebtedness and acquire assets or businesses that are complementary to our operations, such as with the
acquisition of Kenny in December 2012.
In March 2014, we entered into an interest rate swap with a notional amount of $100.0 million which matures in June 2018 to
convert the interest rate of our 2019 Notes (defined in Senior Notes Payable section below) from a fixed rate of 6.11% to a floating
rate of 4.15% plus six-month LIBOR. LIBOR floating rate is variable and subject to market changes over the life of the swap with
no guarantees to settle as forecasted. The interest rate swap is reported at fair value using Level 2 inputs, with any gain or loss
recorded in other (income) expense, net in our consolidated statements of operations and was a net gain of $1.4 million during
2014.
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In March 2014, we entered into two diesel commodity swaps covering the periods from May 2014 to October 2014 and from May
2015 to October 2015 which represented roughly 25% of our forecasted purchases of diesel during these periods. In May 2014, we
entered into two natural gas commodity swaps covering the periods from June 2014 to October 2014 and from May 2015 to
October 2015 representing roughly 25% of our forecasted purchases of natural gas during these periods. The commodity swaps
are reported at fair value using Level 2 inputs, with any gain or loss recorded in other (income) expense, net in our consolidated
statements of operations and was a net loss of $2.0 million during 2014.
Cash Flows
Years Ended December 31,
(in thousands)
Net cash provided by (used in):
Operating activities
Investing activities
Financing activities
2014
2013
2012
$
43,142 $
780
(17,082)
5,380 $
(31,648)
(66,601)
91,790
(42,554)
15,764
Cash flows from operating activities result primarily from our earnings or losses, and are also impacted by changes in operating
assets and liabilities. As a large construction and heavy civil contractor and construction materials producer, our operating cash
flows are subject to seasonal cycles, as well as the cycles primarily associated with winning, performing and closing projects.
Additionally, operating cash flows are impacted by the timing related to funding construction joint ventures and the resolution of
uncertainties inherent in the complex nature of the work that we perform.
Cash provided by operating activities of $43.1 million during 2014 increased $37.8 million when compared to 2013. The increase
was primarily attributable to an $80.6 million increase in net income after adjusting for non-cash items, offset by a $39.4 million
decrease in net distributions from unconsolidated joint ventures and a $3.4 million decrease in cash from working capital.
Cash provided by investing activities of $0.8 million during 2014 represents a $32.4 million change from the amount of cash used
in investing activities in 2013. The change was primarily due to a $21.3 million increase in net proceeds and maturities of
marketable securities driven by the Company’s cash flow requirements and/or the maturities of investments, an increase in
proceeds, net of additions, from sales of property and equipment of $3.1 million and an $8.4 million decrease in payments
associated with the acquisition of Kenny.
Cash used in financing activities of $17.1 million during 2014 represents a $49.5 million increase when compared to 2013. The
increase was primarily due to a $37.3 million decrease in net distributions to non-controlling partners related to consolidated
construction joint ventures and a $10.9 million decrease in long-term debt principal payments.
Capital Expenditures
During the year ended December 31, 2014, we had capital expenditures of $43.4 million compared to $43.7 million in 2013. Major
capital expenditures are typically for aggregate and asphalt production facilities, aggregate reserves, construction equipment,
buildings and leasehold improvements and investments in our information technology systems. The timing and amount of such
expenditures can vary based on the progress of planned capital projects, the type and size of construction projects, changes in
business outlook and other factors. We currently anticipate investing between $40.0 million and $60.0 million in capital
expenditures during 2015.
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Debt and Contractual Obligations
The following table summarizes our significant obligations outstanding as of December 31, 2014:
Payments Due by Period
(in thousands)
Long-term debt – principal1
Long-term debt – interest2
Operating leases3
Other purchase obligations4
Deferred compensation obligations5
Asset retirement obligations6
Total
Total
$ 276,868 $
41,958
36,633
2,610
21,797
27,441
$ 407,307 $
Less than
1 year
1-3 years 3-5 years
More than 5
years
1,248 $ 195,564 $
20,225
14,395
12,127
8,439
—
2,610
3,718
3,223
4,243
6,553
36,468 $ 235,877 $ 100,717 $
80,056 $
7,338
8,714
—
2,311
2,298
—
—
7,353
—
12,545
14,347
34,245
1 Included in the “1 - 3 years” category in the table above is $40.0 million related to the first installment of the 2019 Notes (defined in Senior
Notes Payable section below) that we have the intent and ability to refinance using our revolving credit facility or other source of financing.
2 Included in the total is $0.4 million related to mortgages, the terms of which include a 6.00% variable interest rate at December 31, 2014. Also
included in this balance is $4.8 million interest related to borrowings under our revolving credit facility, the terms of which include a variable
interest rate that was 2.76% at December 31, 2014 using LIBOR. In addition, included in the total is $36.7 million in interest related to
borrowings under our senior notes, respectively, the terms of which include a 6.11% per annum interest rate. The future payments were
calculated using rates in effect as of December 31, 2014 and may differ from actual results. See Note 12 of “Notes to the Consolidated
Financial Statements.”
3 These obligations represent the minimum rental commitments and minimum royalty requirements under all noncancellable operating leases.
See Note 18 of “Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.”
4 These obligations represent firm purchase commitments for equipment and other goods and services not connected with our construction
contract backlog which are individually greater than $10,000 and have an expected fulfillment date after December 31, 2014.
5The timing of expected payment of deferred compensation is based on estimated dates of retirement. Actual dates of retirement could be
different and could cause the timing of payments to change.
6Asset retirement obligations represent reclamation and other related costs associated with our owned and leased quarry properties, the majority
of which have an estimated settlement date beyond five years (see Note 8 of “Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements”).
In addition to the significant obligations described above, as of December 31, 2014, we had approximately $1.1 million associated
with uncertain tax positions filed on our tax returns which were excluded because we cannot make a reasonably reliable estimate of
the timing of potential payments relative to such reserves.
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Credit Agreement
We have a $215.0 million committed revolving credit facility, with a sublimit for letters of credit of $100.0 million (the “Credit
Agreement”), which expires on October 11, 2016, of which $134.8 million was available at December 31, 2014. At December 31,
2014 and 2013, there was a revolving loan of $70.0 million outstanding under the Credit Agreement related to financing the Kenny
acquisition, which is included in long-term debt on the consolidated balance sheets. In addition, as of December 31, 2014, there
were standby letters of credit totaling $10.3 million. The letters of credit will expire between June 2015 and December 2017.
Borrowings under the Credit Agreement bear interest at LIBOR or a base rate (at our option), plus an applicable margin based on
certain financial ratios calculated quarterly. LIBOR varies based on the applicable loan term, market conditions and other external
factors. The applicable margin was 2.50% for loans bearing interest based on LIBOR and 1.50% for loans bearing interest at the
base rate at December 31, 2014. Accordingly, the effective interest rate was between 2.76% and 4.75% at December 31, 2014.
Borrowings at the base rate have no designated term and may be repaid without penalty any time prior to the Credit Agreement’s
maturity date. Borrowings at a LIBOR rate have a term no less than one month and no greater than six months. Typically, at the
end of such term, such borrowings may be paid off or rolled over at our discretion into either a borrowing at the base rate or a
borrowing at a LIBOR rate with similar terms, not to exceed the maturity date of the Credit Agreement. On a periodic basis, we
assess the timing of payment depending on facts and circumstances that exist at the time of our assessment. Our obligations under
the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by certain of our subsidiaries and are collateralized on an equivalent basis with the
obligations under the 2019 Notes (defined below) by first priority liens (subject only to other liens permitted under the Credit
Agreement) on substantially all of the assets of the Company and our subsidiaries that are guarantors or borrowers under the Credit
Agreement.
The Credit Agreement provides for the release of the liens securing the obligations, at our option and expense, so long as certain
conditions as defined by the terms in the Credit Agreement are satisfied (“Collateral Release Period”). However, if subsequent to
exercising the option, our Consolidated Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio is less than 1.25 or our Consolidated Leverage Ratio is
greater than 2.50, then we will be required to promptly re-pledge substantially all of the assets of the Company and our subsidiaries
that are guarantors or borrowers under the Credit Agreement. As of December 31, 2014, the conditions for the exercise of the
unsecured option were not satisfied.
Senior Notes Payable
As of December 31, 2014, senior notes payable in the amount of $200.0 million were due to a group of institutional holders in five
equal annual installments beginning in 2015 and bear interest at 6.11% per annum (“2019 Notes”). In March 2014, we entered into
an interest rate swap to convert the interest rate from a fixed rate of 6.11% to a floating rate of 4.15% plus six-month LIBOR (see
Liquidity and Capital Resources section above for further discussion). The first installment of the 2019 Notes is included in long-
term debt on the consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2014 as we have the ability and intent to pay this installment using
borrowings under the Credit Agreement (defined in Credit Agreement section above) or by obtaining another source of financing.
Our obligations under the note purchase agreement governing the 2019 Notes (the “2019 NPA”) are guaranteed by certain of our
subsidiaries and are collateralized on an equivalent basis with the Credit Agreement by liens on substantially all of the assets of the
Company and subsidiaries that are guarantors or borrowers under the Credit Agreement. The 2019 NPA provides for the release of
liens and re-pledge of collateral on substantially the same terms and conditions as those set forth in the Credit Agreement.
Surety Bonds and Real Estate Mortgages
We are generally required to provide various types of surety bonds that provide an additional measure of security under certain
public and private sector contracts. At December 31, 2014, approximately $2.3 billion of our contract backlog was bonded.
Performance bonds do not have stated expiration dates; rather, we are generally released from the bonds after the owner accepts the
work performed under contract. The ability to maintain bonding capacity to support our current and future level of contracting
requires that we maintain cash and working capital balances satisfactory to our sureties.
Our real estate held for development and sale is subject to mortgage indebtedness. This indebtedness is non-recourse to Granite but
is recourse to the real estate entity. The terms of this indebtedness are typically renegotiated to reflect the evolving nature of the
real estate project as it progresses through acquisition, entitlement and development. Modification of these terms may include
changes in loan-to-value ratios requiring the real estate entity to repay portions of the debt. As of December 31, 2014, the principal
amount of debt of our consolidated real estate entity secured by a mortgage was $6.7 million, of which approximately $1.2 million
was included in current liabilities and approximately $5.5 million was included in long-term liabilities on the consolidated balance
sheets.
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Covenants and Events of Default
Our debt and credit agreements require us to comply with various affirmative, restrictive and financial covenants, including the
financial covenants described below. Our failure to comply with any of these covenants, or to pay principal, interest or other
amounts when due thereunder, would constitute an event of default under the applicable agreements. Under certain circumstances,
the occurrence of an event of default under one of our debt or credit agreements (or the acceleration of the maturity of the
indebtedness under one of our agreements) may constitute an event of default under one or more of our other debt or credit
agreements. Default under our debt and credit agreements could result in (1) us no longer being entitled to borrow under the
agreements; (2) termination of the agreements; (3) the requirement that any letters of credit under the agreements be cash
collateralized; (4) acceleration of the maturity of outstanding indebtedness under the agreements and/or (5) foreclosure on any
collateral securing the obligations under the agreements.
The most significant financial covenants under the terms of our Credit Agreement and 2019 NPA require the maintenance of a
minimum Consolidated Tangible Net Worth, a minimum Consolidated Interest Coverage Ratio and a maximum Consolidated
Leverage Ratio. The calculations and terms of such financial covenants are defined in the amendments to the Credit Agreement
and 2019 NPA, which were filed as Exhibits 10.31 and 10.32, respectively, to our Form 10-K filed March 3, 2014.
As of December 31, 2014 and pursuant to the definitions in the agreements, our Consolidated Tangible Net Worth was $766.3
million, which exceeded the minimum of $622.7 million, our Consolidated Leverage Ratio was 2.77 which did not exceed the
maximum of 3.00 and our Consolidated Interest Coverage Ratio was 6.93 which exceeded the minimum of 4.00.
As of December 31, 2014, we were in compliance with all covenants contained in the Credit Agreement and 2019 NPA, as
amended, and the debt agreements related to our consolidated real estate entities. We are not aware of any non-compliance by any
of our unconsolidated real estate entities with the covenants contained in their debt agreements.
Share Purchase Program
In 2007, our Board of Directors authorized us to purchase up to $200.0 million of our common stock at management’s
discretion. As of December 31, 2014, $64.1 million remained available under this authorization. We did not purchase shares under
the share purchase program in any of the periods presented. The specific timing and amount of any future purchases will vary
based on market conditions, securities law limitations and other factors. Purchases under the share purchase program may be
commenced, suspended or discontinued at any time and from time to time without prior notice.
Recently Issued and Adopted Accounting Pronouncements
In April 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (the “FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2014-
08, Reporting Discontinued Operations and Disclosures of Disposals of Components of an Entity, which changes the threshold for
reporting discontinued operations and adds new disclosures. The new guidance defines a discontinued operation as a disposal of a
component or group of components that is disposed of or is classified as held for sale and “represents a strategic shift that has (or
will have) a major effect on an entity’s operations and financial results.” For disposals of individually significant components that
do not qualify as discontinued operations, an entity must disclose pre-tax earnings of the disposed component. This ASU will be
effective for all disposals (or classifications as held for sale) of components of an entity that occur during our year ended
December 31, 2015 and interim periods within the year. We do not expect the adoption of this ASU to have a material impact on
our consolidated financial statements.
In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, which provides guidance for revenue
recognition. This ASU’s core principle is that a company will recognize revenue when it transfers promised goods or services to
customers in an amount that reflects consideration to which the company expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or
services. The ASU will be effective commencing with our quarter ending March 31, 2017. We are currently assessing the potential
impact of this ASU on our consolidated financial statements.
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Item 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
We maintain an investment portfolio of various holdings, types and maturities. We purchase instruments that meet high credit
quality standards, as specified in our investment policy. This policy prohibits investments in auction rate and asset-backed
securities. It also limits the amount of credit exposure to any one issue, issuer or type of instrument. The portfolio is limited to an
average maturity of no more than one year from the date of purchase. On an ongoing basis we monitor credit ratings, financial
condition and other factors that could affect the carrying amount of our investment portfolio.
Marketable securities, consisting of U.S. government and agency obligations and commercial paper, are classified as held-to-
maturity and are stated at cost, adjusted for amortization of premiums and discounts to maturity.
We are exposed to financial market risks due largely to changes in interest rates, which we have managed primarily by managing
the maturities in our investment portfolio. We do not have any material business transactions in foreign currencies.
The fair value of our short-term held-to-maturity investment portfolio and related income would not be significantly affected by
changes in interest rates since the investment maturities are short and the interest rates are primarily fixed. The fair value of our
long-term held-to-maturity investment portfolio may be affected by changes in interest rates.
Given the short-term nature of certain investments, our investment income is subject to the general level of interest rates in the
United States at the time of maturity and reinvestment.
We are exposed to various commodity price risks, including, but not limited to, diesel fuel, natural gas, propane, steel, cement and
liquid asphalt arising from transactions that are entered into in the normal course of business. In order to manage or reduce
commodity price risk, we monitor the costs of these commodities at the time of bid and price them into our contracts accordingly.
Additionally, some of our contracts include commodity price escalation clauses which partially protect us from increasing prices.
At times we enter into supply agreements or pre-purchase commodities to secure pricing and use financial contracts to further
manage price risk. In 2014, we entered into commodity swaps to protect us from diesel and natural gas market price escalations.
Specifically, in March 2014, we entered into two diesel commodity swaps covering May 2014 to October 2014 and May 2015 to
October 2015 which represented roughly 25% of our forecasted purchases for diesel. In addition, in May 2014, we entered into two
natural gas commodity swaps covering June 2014 to October 2014 and May 2015 to October 2015 representing roughly 25% of
our forecasted purchases of natural gas. Each $0.50 decrease in the diesel unit market price when compared to the fixed price of
the swaps would result in an additional $0.7 million of annual expense and each $0.50 decrease in the natural gas unit market price
when compared to the fixed price of the swaps would result in an additional $0.1 million of annual expense.
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At December 31, 2014, senior notes payable in the amount of $200.0 million were due to a group of institutional holders in five
equal installments beginning in 2015 and bear interest at 6.11% per annum. In March 2014, we entered into an interest rate swap
with a notional amount of $100.0 million which matures in June 2018 to convert the interest rate from a fixed rate of 6.11% to a
floating rate of 4.15% plus six-month LIBOR. LIBOR floating rate is variable and subject to market changes over the life of the
swap with no guarantees to settle as forecasted. Once LIBOR increases over 2.50%, each 25 basis point increase would result in an
additional $0.3 million of annual interest expense.
At December 31, 2014 and 2013, there was $70.0 million in revolving loans outstanding under the Credit Agreement related to
financing the Kenny acquisition, which is included in long-term debt on the consolidated balance sheets. These borrowings bear
interest at LIBOR or a base rate (at our option), plus an applicable margin based on certain financial ratios calculated quarterly.
The applicable margin was 2.50% for loans bearing interest based on LIBOR and 1.50% for loans bearing interest at the base rate
at December 31, 2014. Accordingly, the effective interest rate was between 2.76% and 4.75% at December 31, 2014. Each 25 basis
point increase in LIBOR would result in an additional $0.2 million of annual interest expense.
The table below presents principal amounts due by year and related weighted average interest rates for our cash and cash
equivalents, held-to-maturity investments and significant debt obligations as of December 31, 2014 (dollars in thousands):
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
Thereafter
Total
Assets
Cash, cash equivalents, held-to-
maturity investments
Weighted average interest rate
Liabilities
Fixed rate debt
$ 281,465
$ 20,113 $ 26,450 $
1.02%
0.65%
30,000 $
1.42%
$
—
—%
— $ 358,028
—%
0.33%
0.33%
Senior notes payable1
Weighted average interest rate
Variable rate debt
Credit Agreement loan1
Weighted average interest rate3
$
$
— $ 40,000 $ 40,000 $
6.11%
6.11%
6.11%
40,000 $
6.11%
40,000 $
6.11%
— $ 160,000
—%
6.11%
— $ 110,000 $
2.58%
2.58%
— $
2.58%
— $
—%
— $
—%
— $ 110,000
—%
2.58%
1As of December 31, 2014, senior notes payable in the amount of $200.0 million were due to a group of institutional holders in five equal annual
installments beginning in 2015. We have the intent and ability to refinance $40.0 million related to the first installment using our revolving
credit facility or other source of financing; therefore, it is included in the Credit Agreement amount.
2The weighted average interest rate was calculated using LIBOR rates and the applicable margin in effect as of December 31, 2014 and may
differ from actual results.
The estimated fair value of our cash, cash equivalents and short-term held-to-maturity investments approximates the principal
amounts reflected above based on the generally short maturities of these financial instruments. Based on the fixed borrowing rates
currently available to us for bank loans with similar terms and average maturities, the fair value of the senior notes payable was
approximately $220.2 million as of December 31, 2014 and $225.9 million as of December 31, 2013. The fair value of the Credit
Agreement loan was approximately $70.2 million as of December 31, 2014 and $69.6 million as of December 31, 2013.
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Item 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA
The following consolidated financial statements of Granite, the supplementary data and the independent registered public
accounting firm’s report are incorporated by reference from Part IV, Item 15(1) and (2):
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Consolidated Balance Sheets - At December 31, 2014 and 2013
Consolidated Statements of Operations - Years Ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity - Years Ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - Years Ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
Quarterly Financial Data (unaudited)
Schedule II - Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
Item 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL
DISCLOSURE
Not applicable.
Item 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures: Our management carried out, as of December 31, 2014, with the participation
of our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer, an evaluation of the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and
procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange
Act”)). Based on that evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that, as of December 31,
2014, our disclosure controls and procedures were effective to provide reasonable assurance that material information required to
be disclosed by us in reports we file under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time
periods specified in the SEC rules and forms and that information required to be disclosed by us in the reports we file or submit
under the Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief
Financial Officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting: During the quarter ended December 31, 2014, there were no changes to
our internal control over financial reporting that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal
control over financial reporting.
Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting: Our management is responsible for establishing and
maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, as such term is defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d -
15(f). Under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief
Financial Officer, our management conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting
based on the framework in “Internal Control—Integrated Framework (2013)” issued by the Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations of the Treadway Commission. Based on that evaluation, our management concluded that our internal control over
financial reporting was effective as of December 31, 2014.
Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Report: PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, the independent registered public
accounting firm that audited our consolidated financial statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, has issued a
report on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2014. The report, which expresses an
unqualified opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2014, is
included in “Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules” under the heading “Report of Independent Registered Public
Accounting Firm.”
Item 9B. OTHER INFORMATION
Not Applicable.
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PART III
Certain information required by Part III is omitted from this report. We will file our definitive proxy statement for our Annual
Meeting of Shareholders to be held on June 4, 2015 (the “Proxy Statement”) pursuant to Regulation 14A not later than 120 days
after the end of the fiscal year covered by this report, and certain information included therein is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 10. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
For information regarding our Directors and compliance with Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, we direct you
to the sections entitled “Proposal 1 - Election of Directors” and “Section 16(a) Beneficial Ownership Reporting Compliance,”
respectively, in the Proxy Statement. For information regarding our Audit/Compliance Committee and our Audit/Compliance
Committee’s financial expert, we direct you to the section entitled “Information about the Board of Directors and Corporate
Governance - Committees of the Board - Audit/Compliance Committee” in the Proxy Statement. For information regarding our
Code of Conduct, we direct you to the section entitled “Information about the Board of Directors and Corporate Governance -
Code of Conduct” in the Proxy Statement. Information regarding our executive officers is contained in the section entitled
“Executive Officers of the Registrant,” in Part I, Item I of this report. This information is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
For information regarding our Executive Compensation, we direct you to the section captioned “Executive and Director
Compensation and Other Matters” in the Proxy Statement. This information is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT AND RELATED
STOCKHOLDER MATTERS
This information is located in the sections captioned “Stock Ownership of Beneficial Owners and Certain Management” and
“Equity Compensation Plan Information” in the Proxy Statement. This information is incorporated herein by reference.
Item 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS, AND DIRECTOR INDEPENDENCE
You will find this information in the sections captioned “Transactions with Related Persons” and “Information about the Board of
Directors and Corporate Governance - Director Independence” in the Proxy Statement. This information is incorporated herein by
reference.
Item 14. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT FEES AND SERVICES
You will find this information in the section captioned “Independent Registered Public Accountants - Principal Accountant Fees
and Services” in the Proxy Statement. This information is incorporated herein by reference.
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PART IV
Item 15. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES
The following documents are filed as part of this report:
1. Financial Statements. The following consolidated financial statements and related documents are filed as part of this report:
Financial Statements
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Consolidated Balance Sheets at December 31, 2014 and 2013
Consolidated Statements of Operations for the Years Ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity for the Years Ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Years Ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
Quarterly Financial Data
Page
F-1
F-2
F-3
F-4
F-5 to F-6
F-7 to F-44
F-45
2. Financial Statement Schedule. The following financial statement schedule of Granite for the years ended December 31, 2014,
2013 and 2012 is filed as part of this report and should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements of
Granite.
Schedule
Schedule II - Schedule of Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
Page
S-1
Schedules not listed above have been omitted because the required information is either not material, not applicable or is shown in
the consolidated financial statements or notes thereto.
3. Exhibits. The Exhibits listed in the accompanying Exhibit Index, which is incorporated herein by reference, are filed or
incorporated by reference as part of, or furnished with, this report.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Shareholders and Board of Directors of Granite Construction Incorporated:
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements listed in the index appearing under Item 15(1) present fairly, in all material
respects, the financial position of Granite Construction Incorporated and its subsidiaries at December 31, 2014 and 2013, and the
results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2014 in conformity
with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. In addition, in our opinion, the financial statement
schedule listed in the index appearing under Item 15(2) presents fairly, in all material respects, the information set forth therein
when read in conjunction with the related consolidated financial statements. Also in our opinion, the Company maintained, in all
material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2014, based on criteria established in
Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway
Commission (COSO). The Company’s management is responsible for these financial statements and financial statement schedule,
for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over
financial reporting, included in Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting appearing under Item 9A. Our
responsibility is to express opinions on these financial statements, on the financial statement schedule, and on the Company’s
internal control over financial reporting based on our integrated audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards
of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audits
to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement and whether effective
internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audits of the financial statements included
examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting
principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. Our
audit of internal control over financial reporting included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting,
assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, and testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal
control based on the assessed risk. Our audits also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the
circumstances. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinions.
A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the
reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that
(i) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of
the assets of the company; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of
financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the
company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (iii) provide
reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s
assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also,
projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because
of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
/s/PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
San Francisco, California
February 27, 2015
F- 1
GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)
December 31,
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents ($61,276 and $38,800 related to consolidated construction
joint ventures (“CCJV”))
Short-term marketable securities
Receivables, net ($36,781 and $38,372 related to CCJVs)
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings
Inventories
Real estate held for development and sale
Deferred income taxes
Equity in construction joint ventures
Other current assets
Total current assets
Property and equipment, net ($11,969 and $22,216 related to CCJVs)
Long-term marketable securities
Investments in affiliates
Goodwill
Other noncurrent assets
Total assets
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Current liabilities
Current maturities of long-term debt
Current maturities of non-recourse debt
Accounts payable ($18,009 and $16,937 related to CCJVs)
Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings ($32,830 and $60,185 related to
CCJVs)
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities ($2,714 and $11,299 related to CCJVs)
Total current liabilities
Long-term debt
Long-term non-recourse debt
Other long-term liabilities
Deferred income taxes
Commitments and contingencies
Equity
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value, authorized 3,000,000 shares, none outstanding
Common stock, $0.01 par value, authorized 150,000,000 shares; issued and
outstanding 39,186,386 shares as of December 31, 2014 and 38,917,728 shares as of
December 31, 2013
Additional paid-in capital
Retained earnings
Total Granite Construction Incorporated shareholders’ equity
Non-controlling interests
Total equity
Total liabilities and equity
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
2014
2013
255,961 $
25,504
310,934
36,411
68,920
11,609
53,231
184,575
23,033
970,178
409,653
76,563
32,361
53,799
77,940
1,620,494 $
21 $
1,226
151,935
108,992
200,652
462,826
270,105
5,516
44,495
20,446
229,121
49,968
313,598
33,306
62,474
12,478
55,874
162,673
30,711
950,203
436,859
67,234
32,480
53,799
76,580
1,617,155
21
1,226
160,706
138,375
197,242
497,570
270,127
6,741
48,580
7,793
—
—
392
134,177
659,816
794,385
22,721
817,106
1,620,494 $
389
126,449
655,102
781,940
4,404
786,344
1,617,155
$
$
$
$
F- 2
GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(in thousands, except per share data)
2014
2013
2012
$ 1,186,445 $ 1,251,197 $
825,044
263,781
2,275,270
1,067,611
712,443
244,910
2,024,964
250,306
203,821
(2,643)
(15,972)
65,100
777,811
237,893
2,266,901
1,144,823
706,003
230,812
2,081,638
185,263
199,946
52,139
(12,130)
(54,692)
(1,872)
14,159
(901)
(1,883)
9,503
55,597
19,721
35,876
(10,530)
25,346 $
(1,785)
14,386
(1,304)
(1,960)
9,337
(64,029)
(19,263)
(44,766)
8,343
(36,423) $
984,106
863,217
235,714
2,083,037
906,143
714,799
227,336
1,848,278
234,759
185,099
(3,728)
(27,447)
80,835
(2,626)
10,603
(1,988)
(6,183)
(194)
81,029
21,109
59,920
(14,637)
45,283
0.65 $
0.64 $
(0.94) $
(0.94) $
1.17
1.15
39,096
39,795
0.52 $
38,803
38,803
0.52 $
38,447
39,076
0.52
Years Ended December 31,
Revenue
Construction
Large Project Construction
Construction Materials
Total revenue
Cost of revenue
Construction
Large Project Construction
Construction Materials
Total cost of revenue
Gross profit
Selling, general and administrative expenses
Restructuring and impairment (gains) charges, net
Gain on sales of property and equipment
Operating income (loss)
Other expense (income)
Interest income
Interest expense
Equity in income of affiliates
Other income, net
Total other expense (income)
Income (loss) before provision for (benefit from) income taxes
Provision for (benefit from) income taxes
Net income (loss)
Amount attributable to non-controlling interests
Net income (loss) attributable to Granite Construction Incorporated
Net income (loss) per share attributable to common shareholders (see Note 16)
Basic
Diluted
Weighted average shares of common stock
Basic
Diluted
Dividends per common share
$
$
$
$
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
F- 3
GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
(in thousands, except share data)
Balances at December 31, 2011
Net income
Stock units vested
Amortized restricted stock
Purchase of common stock
Cash dividends on common stock
Net tax on stock-based compensation
Non-controlling interest from acquisition
Transactions with non-controlling
interests, net
Stock options exercised and other
Balances at December 31, 2012
Net loss
Stock units vested
Amortized restricted stock
Purchase of common stock
Cash dividends on common stock
Net tax on stock-based compensation
Transactions with non-controlling
interests, net
Employee Stock Purchase Plan and other
Balances at December 31, 2013
Net income
Stock units vested
Amortized restricted stock
Purchase of common stock
Cash dividends on common stock
Net tax on stock-based compensation
Transactions with non-controlling
interests, net
Employee Stock Purchase Plan and other
Balances at December 31, 2014
Outstanding
Shares
Common
Stock
38,682,771 $
—
191,285
—
(161,080)
—
—
—
—
17,689
38,730,665
—
359,941
—
(197,313)
—
—
—
24,435
38,917,728
—
378,027
—
(135,028)
—
—
387 $
—
2
—
(2)
—
—
—
—
—
387
—
4
—
(2)
—
—
—
—
389
—
4
—
(1)
—
—
Additional
Paid-in
Capital
111,514 $
—
(1)
11,475
(4,852)
—
(1,573)
—
—
859
117,422
—
(4)
13,443
(5,900)
—
419
—
1,069
126,449
—
—
11,160
(5,186)
—
1,080
Retained
Earnings
Total Granite
Shareholders’
Equity
Non-controlling
Interests
Total Equity
687,296 $
45,283
—
—
—
(20,117)
—
—
—
(318)
712,144
(36,423)
—
—
—
(20,210)
—
—
(409)
655,102
25,346
—
—
—
(20,354)
—
799,197 $
45,283
1
11,475
(4,854)
(20,117)
(1,573)
—
—
541
829,953
(36,423)
—
13,443
(5,902)
(20,210)
419
—
660
781,940
25,346
4
11,160
(5,187)
(20,354)
1,080
28,466 $
14,637
—
—
—
—
—
14,788
827,663
59,920
1
11,475
(4,854)
(20,117)
(1,573)
14,788
(15,986)
(15,986)
—
41,905
(8,343)
—
—
—
—
—
541
871,858
(44,766)
—
13,443
(5,902)
(20,210)
419
(29,158)
(29,158)
—
4,404
10,530
—
—
—
—
—
660
786,344
35,876
4
11,160
(5,187)
(20,354)
1,080
—
25,659
39,186,386 $
—
—
392 $
—
—
674
134,177 $
(278)
659,816 $
—
396
794,385 $
7,787
7,787
—
22,721 $
396
817,106
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands)
Years Ended December 31,
Operating activities
Net income (loss)
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating
activities:
Non-cash restructuring and impairment (gains) charges, net
Depreciation, depletion and amortization
Gain on sales of property and equipment
Change in deferred income taxes
Stock-based compensation
Equity in net income from unconsolidated joint ventures
Changes in assets and liabilities, net of the effects of acquisition in 2012:
Receivables
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings, net
Inventories
Contributions to unconsolidated construction joint ventures
Distributions from unconsolidated construction joint ventures
Other assets, net
Accounts payable
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities, net
Net cash provided by operating activities
Investing activities
Purchases of marketable securities
Maturities of marketable securities
Proceeds from called marketable securities
Purchases of property and equipment
Proceeds from sales of property and equipment
Acquisition of Kenny, net of cash acquired
Other investing activities, net
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
Financing activities
Proceeds from long-term debt
Long-term debt principal payments
Cash dividends paid
Purchase of common stock
Contributions from non-controlling partners
Distributions to non-controlling partners
Other financing activities, net
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year
2014
2013
2012
$
35,876 $
(44,766) $
59,920
(2,643 )
68,252
(15,972 )
14,907
11,160
(49,168 )
3,549
(13,856 )
(6,446 )
(37,097 )
67,255
4,618
(12,669 )
(24,624 )
43,142
(64,975 )
45,000
35,000
(43,428 )
28,614
—
569
780
44,734
72,899
(12,130)
(19,557)
13,443
(72,764)
12,236
(507)
(2,689)
(40,758)
110,347
3,961
(34,048)
(25,021)
5,380
(74,924)
63,650
5,000
(43,682)
25,759
(8,382)
931
(31,648)
—
(1,226 )
(20,319 )
(5,124 )
15,835
(8,066 )
1,818
(17,082 )
26,840
229,121
255,961 $
—
(12,148)
(20,210)
(5,896)
5,117
(34,600)
1,136
(66,601)
(92,869)
321,990
229,121 $
$
145
56,101
(27,447)
6,013
11,475
(101,747)
9,415
2,780
(8,079)
(4,986)
92,474
8,898
(9,472)
(3,700)
91,790
(124,596)
90,100
75,000
(37,622)
34,392
(79,640)
(188)
(42,554)
70,495
(11,751)
(20,117)
(4,854)
107
(16,093)
(2,023)
15,764
65,000
256,990
321,990
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - (Continued)
(in thousands)
Years Ended December 31,
Supplementary Information
Cash paid during the period for:
Interest
Income taxes
Other non-cash activities:
Performance guarantees
Non-cash investing and financing activities:
Restricted stock/units issued, net of forfeitures (See Note 14)
Accrued cash dividends
Debt payments out of escrow from sale of assets
Debt extinguishment from joint venture interest assignment
Debt payment from refinance
2014
2013
2012
$
$
14,666 $
2,326
14,622 $
4,119
11,484
24,616
21,332
(23,765)
6,528
6,514 $
5,094
—
—
—
13,775 $
5,059
—
—
—
14,175
5,035
1,109
18,612
1,150
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Description of Business: Granite Construction Incorporated is one of the largest diversified heavy civil contractors and
construction materials producers in the United States, engaged in the construction and improvement of streets, roads, highways,
mass transit facilities, airport infrastructure, bridges, trenchless and underground utilities, power-related facilities, utilities, tunnels,
dams and other infrastructure-related projects. We have permanent offices located in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado,
Florida, Illinois, Nevada, New York, Texas, Utah and Washington. Unless otherwise indicated, the terms “we,” “us,” “our,”
“Company” and “Granite” refer to Granite Construction Incorporated and its consolidated subsidiaries.
Principles of Consolidation: The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Granite Construction Incorporated and
its wholly owned and majority owned subsidiaries. All material inter-company transactions and accounts have been eliminated. We
use the equity method of accounting for affiliated companies where we have the ability to exercise significant influence, but not
control. Additionally, we participate in various joint ventures, partnerships and a limited liability company of which we are a
member (“joint ventures” or “ventures”). We have consolidated these ventures where we have determined that through our
participation we have a variable interest and are the primary beneficiary as defined by Financial Accounting Standards Board
(“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) Topic 810, Consolidation, and related standards. The factors we use to
determine the primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity (“VIE”) include the decision authority of each partner, which partner
manages the day-to-day operations of the project and the amount of our equity investment in relation to that of our partners.
Where we have determined we are not the primary beneficiary of a venture but do exercise significant influence, we account for
our share of the operations of jointly controlled construction joint ventures on a pro rata basis in the consolidated statements
of operations and as a single line item on the consolidated balance sheets, and we account for non-construction ventures under the
equity method of accounting, as a single line item in both the consolidated statements of operations and on the consolidated
balance sheets.
If we determine that the power to direct the significant activities is shared equally by two or more joint venture parties, then there
is no primary beneficiary and no party consolidates the VIE.
Use of Estimates in the Preparation of Financial Statements: The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with
accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”). The preparation of these financial
statements requires management to make estimates that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, revenue and expenses,
and related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. Our estimates and related judgments and assumptions are continually
evaluated based on available information and experiences; however, actual amounts could differ from those estimates.
Revenue Recognition - Construction Contracts: Revenue and earnings on construction contracts, including construction joint
ventures, are recognized under the percentage of completion method using the ratio of costs incurred to estimated total costs.
Revenue in an amount equal to cost incurred is recognized until there is sufficient information to determine the estimated profit on
the project with a reasonable level of certainty. The factors considered in this evaluation include the stage of design completion, the
stage of construction completion, the status of outstanding subcontracts or buyouts, certainty of quantities of labor and materials,
certainty of schedule and the relationship with the owner.
Revenue from affirmative contract claims is recognized when we have a signed agreement and payment is assured. Revenue from
unapproved change orders is recognized to the extent the related costs have been incurred, the amount can be reliably estimated
and recovery is probable, which is often when the owner has agreed to the change order in writing.
Provisions are recognized in the consolidated statements of operations for the full amount of estimated losses on uncompleted
contracts whenever evidence indicates that the estimated total cost of a contract exceeds its estimated total revenue. All contract
costs, including those associated with affirmative claims and change orders, are recorded as incurred and revisions to estimated
total costs are reflected as soon as the obligation to perform is determined. Contract costs consist of direct costs on contracts,
including labor and materials, amounts payable to subcontractors, direct overhead costs and equipment expense (primarily
depreciation, fuel, maintenance and repairs). All state and federal government contracts and many of our other contracts provide
for termination of the contract at the convenience of the party contracting with us, with provisions to pay us for work performed
through the date of termination. Pre-contract costs are expensed as incurred.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
The accuracy of our revenue and profit recognition in a given period depends on the accuracy of our estimates of the cost to
complete each project. Cost estimates for all of our significant projects use a detailed “bottom up” approach, and we believe our
experience allows us to create materially reliable estimates. There are a number of factors that can contribute to changes in
estimates of contract cost and profitability. The most significant of these include:
•
the completeness and accuracy of the original bid;
•
costs associated with scope changes;
•
costs of labor and/or materials;
•
extended overhead and other costs due to owner, weather and other delays;
•
subcontractor performance issues;
•
changes in productivity expectations;
•
site conditions that differ from those assumed in the original bid (to the extent contract remedies are unavailable);
•
continuing changes from original design on design-build projects;
•
the availability and skill level of workers in the geographic location of the project;
•
a change in the availability and proximity of equipment and materials; and
• our ability to fully and promptly recover on claims for additional contract costs.
The foregoing factors, as well as the stage of completion of contracts in process and the mix of contracts at different margins may
cause fluctuations in gross profit between periods. Significant changes in cost estimates, particularly in our larger, more complex
projects have had, and can in future periods have, a significant effect on our profitability.
Revenue Recognition - Materials: Revenue from the sale of materials is recognized when delivery occurs and risk of ownership
passes to the customer.
Balance Sheet Classifications: Amounts receivable and payable under construction contracts (principally retentions) that may
extend beyond one year are included in current assets and liabilities. Additionally, the cost of property purchased for development
and sale is included in current assets. A one-year time period is used as the basis for classifying all other current assets and
liabilities.
Cash and Cash Equivalents: Cash equivalents are securities having maturities of three months or less from the date of purchase.
Included in cash and cash equivalents on the consolidated balance sheets as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, was $61.3 million
and $38.8 million, respectively, related to our consolidated joint ventures. Our access to joint venture cash may be limited by the
provisions of the venture agreements.
Costs and Estimated Earnings in Excess of Billings: Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings represent unbilled amounts
earned and reimbursable under contracts. These amounts become billable according to the contract terms, which usually consider
the passage of time, achievement of milestones or completion of the project. Generally, such unbilled amounts will be billed and
collected over the next twelve months. Based on our historical experience, we generally consider the collection risk related to these
amounts to be low. When events or conditions indicate that the amounts outstanding may become uncollectible, an allowance is
estimated and recorded.
Marketable Securities: We determine the classification of our marketable securities at the time of purchase and re-evaluate these
determinations at each balance sheet date. Debt securities are classified as held-to-maturity when we have the positive intent and
ability to hold the securities to maturity. Held-to-maturity investments are stated at amortized cost and are periodically assessed for
other-than-temporary impairment. Amortized cost of debt securities is adjusted for amortization of premiums and accretion of
discounts to maturity, and is included in interest income. Realized gains and losses are included in other expense (income), net.
The cost of securities sold or called is based on the specific identification method.
Financial Instruments: The carrying value of marketable securities approximates their fair value as determined by market quotes.
Rates currently available to us for debt with similar terms and remaining maturities are used to estimate the fair value of existing
debt. The carrying value of receivables and other amounts arising out of normal contract activities, including retentions, which
may be settled beyond one year, is estimated to approximate fair value.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Derivative Instruments: We are exposed to various commodity price risks, including, but not limited to, diesel fuel, natural gas,
propane, steel, cement and liquid asphalt arising from transactions that are entered into in the normal course of business. At times
we manage this risk through supply agreements or we pre-purchase commodities to secure pricing and use financial contracts to
further manage price risk. All derivative instruments are recorded on the balance sheet at fair value. We do not enter into
derivative instruments for speculative or trading purposes.
Fair Value of Financial Assets and Liabilities: We measure and disclose certain financial assets and liabilities at fair value. ASC
Topic 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures, defines fair value as the exchange price that would be received for an asset
or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly
transaction between market participants on the measurement date. ASC Topic 820 also establishes a fair value hierarchy which
requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair
value. The standard describes three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value:
Level 1 - Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 - Observable inputs other than Level 1 prices such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets
that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full
term of the assets or liabilities.
Level 3 - Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or
liabilities.
We utilize the active market approach to measure fair value for our financial assets and liabilities. We report separately each class of
assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis and include assets and liabilities that are disclosed but not recorded at
fair value in the fair value hierarchy.
Concentrations of Credit Risk and Other Risks: Financial instruments, which potentially subject us to concentrations of credit risk,
consist primarily of cash and cash equivalents, short-term and long-term marketable securities, and accounts receivable. We maintain
our cash and cash equivalents and our marketable securities with several financial institutions. We invest with high credit quality
financial institutions and, by policy, limit the amount of credit exposure to any one financial institution.
Our receivables are from customers concentrated in the United States, and we have no material receivables from foreign operations
as of December 31, 2014. We perform ongoing credit evaluations of our customers and generally do not require collateral,
although the law provides us the ability to file mechanics’ liens on real property improved for private customers in the event of
non-payment by such customers. We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts which has historically been within
management’s estimates.
Inventories: Inventories consist primarily of quarry products valued at the lower of average cost or market. We write down
the inventories based on estimated quantities of materials on hand in excess of estimated foreseeable use. At December 31, 2014,
inventory also included materials specifically related to a project in our Kenny Large Project Construction operating group and was
valued at cost.
Real Estate Held for Development and Sale: Real estate held for development and sale is stated at cost, unless the carrying value is
determined not to be recoverable, in which case it is written down to fair value. The carrying amount of each consolidated real
estate development project is reviewed on a quarterly basis in accordance with ASC Topic 360, Property, Plant, and Equipment,
and each real estate development project accounted for under the equity method of accounting is reviewed in accordance with ASC
Topic 323, Investments - Equity Method and Joint Ventures. The review of each consolidated project includes an evaluation to
determine if events or changes in circumstances indicate that a consolidated project’s carrying amount may not be recoverable. If
events or changes in circumstances indicate that a consolidated project’s carrying amount may not be recoverable, the future
undiscounted cash flows are estimated and compared to the project’s carrying amount. In the event that the project’s estimated
future undiscounted cash flows or investment’s fair value are not sufficient to recover the carrying amounts, it is written down
to its estimated fair value. The projects accounted for under the equity method are evaluated for impairment using the other-than-
temporary impairment model, which requires an impairment charge to be recognized if our investment’s carrying amount exceeds
its fair value, and the decline in fair value is deemed to be other than temporary.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Events or changes in circumstances, which would cause us to review undiscounted future cash flows include, but are not limited
to:
•
•
•
•
•
significant decreases in the market price of the asset;
significant adverse changes in legal factors or the business climate;
significant changes to the development or business plans of a project;
accumulation of costs significantly in excess of the amount originally expected for the acquisition, development or
construction of the asset; and
current period cash flow or operating losses combined with a history of losses, or a forecast of continuing losses associated
with the use of the asset.
Future undiscounted cash flows and fair value assessments are estimated based on entitlement status, market conditions, cost of
construction, debt load, development schedules, status of joint venture partners and other factors applicable to the specific project.
Fair value is estimated based on the expected future cash flows attributable to the asset or group of assets and on other assumptions
that market participants would use in determining fair value, such as market discount rates, transaction prices for other comparable
assets, and other market data. Our estimates of cash flows may differ from actual cash flows due to, among other things,
fluctuations in interest rates, decisions made by jurisdictional agencies, economic conditions, or changes to our business
operations.
The operations of our real estate investments are conducted through our wholly-owned subsidiary, Granite Land Company
(“GLC”). Generally, GLC participates with third-party partners in entities that are formed to accomplish specific real estate
development projects. Our real estate affiliates include limited partnerships or limited liability companies of which we are a limited
partner or member. The agreements with GLC’s partners in these real estate entities define each partner’s management
role and financial responsibility in the project. The amount of GLC’s exposure is limited to GLC’s equity investment in the real
estate joint venture. However, if one of GLC’s partners is unable to fulfill its management role or make its required financial
contribution, GLC may assume, at its option, full management and/or financial responsibility for the project.
As of December 31, 2014 and 2013, real estate held for development and sale associated with our consolidated real estate entity
included on the consolidated balance sheets was $11.6 million and $12.5 million, respectively. Non-recourse debt, including
current maturities, associated with this entity was $6.7 million and $8.0 million as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
Residential real estate held for development and sale in Washington State was $11.6 million, as of both December 31, 2014 and
2013. See Note 7 for details on real estate development project accounted for under the equity method of accounting.
Property and Equipment: Property and equipment are stated at cost. Depreciation for construction and other equipment is primarily
provided using accelerated methods over lives ranging from three to seven years, and the straight-line method over lives from three
to twenty years for the remaining depreciable assets. We believe that accelerated methods best approximate the service provided by
the construction and other equipment. Depletion of quarry property is based on the usage of depletable reserves. We frequently sell
property and equipment that has reached the end of its useful life or no longer meets our needs, including depleted quarry property.
At the time that an asset or an asset group meets the held-for-sale criteria as defined by ASC Topic 360, Property, Plant, and
Equipment, we write it down to fair value, if the fair value is below the carrying value. Fair value is estimated by a variety of
factors including, but not limited to, market comparative data, historical sales prices, broker quotes and third party valuations. If
material, such property is separately disclosed, otherwise it is held in property and equipment until sold. The cost and accumulated
depreciation or depletion of property sold or retired is removed from the balance sheet and the resulting gains or losses, if any, are
reflected in operating income (loss) for the period. In the case that we abandon an asset, an amount equal to the carrying amount of
the asset, less salvage value, if any, will be recognized as expense in the period that the asset was abandoned. Repairs and
maintenance are charged to operations as incurred.
Costs related to the development of internal-use software during the preliminary project and post-implementation stages are
expensed as incurred. Costs incurred during the application development stage are capitalized. These costs consist primarily of
software, hardware and consulting fees, as well as salaries and related costs. Amounts capitalized are reported as a component of
office furniture and equipment within property and equipment. Capitalized software costs are depreciated using the straight-line
method over the estimated useful life of the related software, which range from three to five years. During the years ended
December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, we capitalized $4.1 million, $2.5 million and $10.9 million, respectively, of internal-use
software development and related hardware costs.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Long-lived Assets: We review property and equipment and amortizable intangible assets for impairment whenever events or
changes in circumstances indicate the net book value of an asset may not be recoverable. Recoverability of these assets is
measured by comparison of their net book values to the future undiscounted cash flows the assets are expected to generate. If the
assets are considered to be impaired, an impairment charge will be recognized equal to the amount by which the net book value of
the asset exceeds its fair value. We group plant equipment assets at a regional level, which represents the lowest level for which
identifiable cash flows are largely independent of the cash flows of other groups of assets. When an individual asset or group of
assets are determined to no longer contribute to the vertically integrated asset group, it is assessed for impairment independently.
Amortizable intangible assets include covenants not to compete, acquired backlog, permits, trade names and customer lists which
are being amortized on a straight-line basis over terms from one to thirty years.
Capitalized Interest: Interest, to the extent it is incurred in connection with the construction of certain self-constructed assets and
real estate development projects, is capitalized and recorded as part of the asset to which it relates. Capitalized interest on self-
constructed assets is amortized over their estimated useful lives and is expensed on real estate projects as they are sold.
Goodwill: As of December 31, 2014, we had four reporting units in which goodwill was recorded as follows:
• Kenny Group Construction
• Kenny Group Large Project Construction
• Northwest Group Construction
• Northwest Group Construction Materials
The most significant goodwill balances reside in the reporting units associated with the Kenny Group.
We perform impairment tests annually and more frequently when events and circumstances occur that indicate a possible
impairment of goodwill. We have historically performed goodwill impairment testing on an annual basis as of December 31.
However, in 2014 we changed the annual goodwill impairment testing date to November 1, which we believe is preferable as the
new testing date better aligns with our financial planning and budgeting cycle. In addition, we evaluate goodwill for impairment if
events or circumstances change between annual tests indicating a possible impairment. Examples of such events or circumstances
include the following:
•
•
•
•
a significant adverse change in legal factors or in the business climate;
an adverse action or assessment by a regulator;
a more likely than not expectation that a segment or a significant portion thereof will be sold; or
the testing for recoverability of a significant asset group within the segment.
In performing step one of the goodwill impairment tests, we calculate the estimated fair value of the reporting unit in which the
goodwill is recorded using the discounted cash flows and market multiple methods. Judgments inherent in these methods include
the determination of appropriate discount rates, the amount and timing of expected future cash flows and growth rates, and
appropriate benchmark companies. The cash flows used in our 2014 discounted cash flow model were based on five-year financial
forecasts, which in turn were based on the 2015-2017 operating plan developed internally by management adjusted for market
participant based assumptions. Our discount rate assumptions are based on an assessment of equity cost of capital and appropriate
capital structure for our reporting units. In assessing the reasonableness of our determined fair values of our reporting units, we
evaluate our results against our current market capitalization.
After calculating the estimated fair value, we compare the resulting fair value to the net book value of the reporting unit, including
goodwill. If the net book value of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, we measure and record the amount of the impairment loss
by comparing the implied fair value of the reporting unit’s goodwill with the carrying amount of that goodwill.
The results of our annual goodwill impairment tests, performed in accordance with ASC 350, indicated that the estimated fair
values of our reporting units exceeded their net book values (i.e., cushion) by at least 50% for the four reporting units with material
amounts of goodwill. The Kenny Large Project Construction business is susceptible to fluctuations in results depending on
awarded work given the size and frequency of awards. While we believe the current cushion is adequate to absorb these
fluctuations, a significant decline in job win rates could have a significant impact to this reporting unit’s estimated fair value.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Billings in Excess of Costs and Estimated Earnings: Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings is comprised of cash
collected from customers and billings to customers on contracts in advance of work performed, including advance payments
negotiated as a contract condition. Generally, unearned project-related costs will be earned over the next twelve months.
Asset Retirement and Reclamation Obligations: We account for the costs related to legal obligations to reclaim aggregate mining
sites and other facilities by recording our estimated reclamation liability when incurred, capitalizing the estimated liability as part
of the related asset’s carrying amount and allocating it to expense over the asset’s useful life.
Warranties: Many of our construction contracts contain warranty provisions covering defects in equipment, materials, design or
workmanship that generally run from six months to one year after our customer accepts the contract. Because of the nature of our
projects, including contract owner inspections of the work both during construction and prior to acceptance, we have not
experienced material warranty costs for these short-term warranties and, therefore, do not believe an accrual for these costs is
necessary. Certain construction contracts carry longer warranty periods, ranging from two to ten years, for which we have accrued
an estimate of warranty cost. The warranty cost is estimated based on our experience with the type of work and any known risks
relative to the project and was not material during the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012.
Accrued Insurance Costs: We carry insurance policies to cover various risks, primarily general liability, automobile liability and
workers compensation, under which we are liable to reimburse the insurance company for a portion of each claim paid. The
amounts for which we are liable for general liability and workers compensation generally range from the first $0.5 million to $1.0
million per occurrence. We accrue for the estimated ultimate liability for incurred losses, both reported and unreported, using
actuarial methods based on historic trends modified, if necessary, by recent events. Changes in our loss assumptions caused by
changes in actual experience would affect our assessment of the ultimate liability and could have an effect on our operating results
and financial position up to $1.0 million per occurrence.
Performance Guarantees: Agreements with our joint venture partners and limited liability company members (“partner(s)”) for
both construction joint ventures and line item joint ventures define each partner’s management role and financial responsibility in
the project. The amount of operational exposure is generally limited to our stated ownership interest. However, due to the joint and
several nature of the performance obligations under the related owner contracts, if one of the partners fails to perform, we and the
remaining partners would be responsible for performance of the outstanding work (i.e., performance guarantee). We estimate our
liability for performance guarantees using estimated partner bond rates and include them in accrued expenses and other current
liabilities (see Note 10) with a corresponding asset in equity in construction joint ventures on the consolidated balance sheets. We
reassess our liability when and if changes in circumstances occur. The liability and corresponding asset are removed from the
consolidated balance sheets upon customer acceptance of the project.
Circumstances that could lead to a loss under these agreements beyond our stated ownership interest include the failure of a partner
to contribute additional funds to the venture in the event the project incurs a loss or additional costs that we could incur should a
partner fail to provide the services and resources that it had committed to provide in the agreement.
At December 31, 2014, there was $5.7 billion of construction revenue to be recognized on unconsolidated and line item
construction joint venture contracts, of which $1.7 billion represented our share and the remaining $4.0 billion represented our
partners’ share. We are not able to estimate amounts that may be required beyond the remaining cost of the work to be performed.
These costs could be offset by billings to the customer or by proceeds from our partners’ corporate and/or other guarantees. See
Note 10 for disclosure of the amounts recorded on the consolidated balance sheets.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Contingencies: We are currently involved in various claims and legal proceedings. Loss contingency provisions are recorded if the
potential loss from any claim, asserted or unasserted, or legal proceeding is considered probable and the amount can be reasonably
estimated. If a potential loss is considered probable but only a range of loss can be determined, the low-end of the range is
recorded. These accruals represent management’s best estimate of probable loss. Disclosure also is provided when it is reasonably
possible that a loss will be incurred or when it is reasonably possible that the amount of a loss will exceed the amount recorded.
Significant judgment is required in both the determination of probability of loss and the determination as to whether an exposure is
reasonably estimable. Because of uncertainties related to these matters, accruals are based only on the best information available at
the time. As additional information becomes available, we reassess the potential liability related to claims and litigation and may
revise our estimates.
Stock-Based Compensation: We measure and recognize compensation expense, net of estimated forfeitures, over the requisite
vesting periods for all stock-based payment awards made. Stock-based compensation is included in selling, general and
administrative expenses on our consolidated statements of operations.
Restructuring and Impairment (Gains) Charges: Pursuant to an approved plan, we record severance costs when an employee has
been notified, unless the employee provides future service, in which case severance costs are expensed ratably over the future
service period. Other restructuring costs are recognized when the liability is incurred. Costs associated with terminating a lease
contract are recorded at the contract termination date, in accordance with contract terms, or on the cease-use date, net of estimated
sublease income, if applicable. In determining the amount related to termination of a lease, various assumptions are used including
the time period over which facilities will be vacant, expected sublease term and sublease rates. These assumptions may be adjusted
upon the occurrence of future events. Asset impairment analyses resulting from restructuring events are performed in accordance
with ASC subtopic 360-10, Property, Plant and Equipment. See the Property and Equipment and Long-lived Assets accounting
policies above for further information on asset impairment charges. During the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2012, we
recorded net restructuring gains of $2.6 million and $3.7 million, respectively, and during the year ended December 31, 2013, we
recorded net restructuring and impairment charges of $52.1 million (see Note 11).
During 2013, we concluded the majority of our 2010 Enterprise Improvement Plan (“EIP”) which included the impairment and
planned orderly divestiture of our real estate investment business consistent with our strategy to focus on our core business.
Consequently, during 2013 we recorded impairment charges on certain real estate assets in accordance with our EIP. When real
estate assets which we continue to have a financial interest are sold, we may recognize additional restructuring charges or gains;
however, we do not expect these charges or gains to be material to our consolidated financial statements.
Income Taxes: Deferred taxes are provided on a liability method whereby deferred tax assets are recognized for deductible
temporary differences and operating loss carry-forwards and deferred tax liabilities are recognized for taxable temporary
differences. Temporary differences are the differences between the reported amounts of assets and liabilities on the consolidated
financial statements and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets are reduced by a valuation allowance when, in the opinion
of management, it is more likely than not that some or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. Deferred tax assets and
liabilities are adjusted for the effects of changes in tax laws and rates on the date of enactment.
We report a liability for unrecognized tax benefits resulting from uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken in a tax
return. We recognize interest and penalties, if any, related to unrecognized tax benefits in other expense (income) in the
consolidated statements of operations.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Computation of Earnings Per Share: Basic and diluted earnings per share are computed using the two-class method. Under the
two-class method, awards that accrue cash dividends (whether paid or unpaid) and those dividends that do not need to be returned
to the entity if the employee forfeits the award are considered participating securities. Our unvested restricted stock issued under
the Amended and Restated 1999 Equity Incentive Plan carries nonforfeitable dividend rights and are considered participating
securities.
In applying the two-class method, earnings are allocated to both common shares and the participating securities, except when in a
net loss position. Diluted earnings per share is computed by giving effect to all potential dilutive shares that were outstanding
during the period.
Recently Issued and Adopted Accounting Pronouncements:
In April 2014, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2014-08, Reporting Discontinued Operations and
Disclosures of Disposals of Components of an Entity, which changes the threshold for reporting discontinued operations and adds
new disclosures. The new guidance defines a discontinued operation as a disposal of a component or group of components that is
disposed of or is classified as held for sale and “represents a strategic shift that has (or will have) a major effect on an entity’s
operations and financial results.” For disposals of individually significant components that do not qualify as discontinued
operations, an entity must disclose pre-tax earnings of the disposed component. This ASU will be effective for all disposals (or
classifications as held for sale) of components of an entity that occur during our year ended December 31, 2015 and interim
periods within the year. We do not expect the adoption of this ASU to have a material impact on our consolidated financial
statements.
In May 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, which provides guidance for revenue
recognition. This ASU’s core principle is that a company will recognize revenue when it transfers promised goods or services to
customers in an amount that reflects consideration to which the company expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or
services. The ASU will be effective commencing with our quarter ending March 31, 2017. We are currently assessing the potential
impact of this ASU on our consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
2. Revisions in Estimates
Our profit recognition related to construction contracts is based on estimates of costs to complete each project. These estimates can
vary significantly in the normal course of business as projects progress, circumstances develop and evolve, and uncertainties are
resolved. We recognize revenue on affirmative claims when we have a signed agreement and recognize revenue associated with
unapproved change orders to the extent the related costs have been incurred, the amount can be reliably estimated and recovery is
probable, which is often when the owner has agreed to the change order in writing. We recognize costs associated with affirmative
claims and unapproved change orders as incurred and revisions to estimated total costs as soon as the obligation to perform is
determined. Approved change orders and affirmative claims, as well as changes in related estimates of costs to complete, are
considered revisions in estimates. We use the cumulative catch-up method applicable to construction contract accounting to
account for revisions in estimates. Under this method, revisions in estimates are accounted for in their entirety in the period of
change. There can be no assurance that we will not experience further changes in circumstances or otherwise be required to further
revise our profitability estimates.
Revenue in an amount equal to cost incurred is recognized until there is sufficient information to determine the estimated profit on
the project with a reasonable level of certainty. The gross profit impact from projects that reached initial profit recognition is not
included in the tables below. During the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013, and 2012, the gross profit impact from projects
reaching initial profit recognition was $74.7 million, $9.1 million, and $16.4 million, respectively.
Construction
The net changes in project profitability from revisions in estimates, both increases and decreases, that individually had an impact
of $1.0 million or more on gross profit were net decreases of $7.3 million, $1.7 million and $18.1 million for the years
ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively. The projects are summarized as follows (dollars in millions):
Increases
Years Ended December 31,
Number of projects with upward estimate changes
Range of increase in gross profit from each project, net
Increase on project profitability
2014
2013
2012
$
$
7
1.0 - 1.8 $
$
9.2
6
1.1 - 3.7 $
16.1 $
6
1.0 - 1.7
8.1
The increases during the year ended December 31, 2014 were due to owner-directed scope changes and lower costs than
anticipated. The 2013 increases were due to owner-directed scope changes and production at a higher rate than anticipated, and the
2012 increases were due to lower than anticipated costs and the settlement of outstanding issues with contract owners.
Decreases
Years Ended December 31,
Number of projects with downward estimate changes
Range of reduction in gross profit from each project, net
Decrease on project profitability
2014
2013
2012
$
$
6
1.6 - 4.1 $
$
16.5
5
1.2 - 7.4 $
17.8 $
9
1.0 - 6.6
26.2
The decreases during the year ended December 31, 2014 were due to higher costs than originally anticipated and outstanding
claims and change orders. Five of the projects that had downward estimate changes were complete or substantially complete at
December 31, 2014. The other project was 56.8% complete and constituted 2.4% of Construction contract backlog as of December
31, 2014. The 2013 decreases were due to lower productivity than originally anticipated. The 2012 decreases were due to lower
productivity than anticipated and unanticipated rework costs.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Large Project Construction
The net changes in project profitability from revisions in estimates, both increases and decreases, that individually had an
impact of $1.0 million or more on gross profit were net increases of $46.9 million, $25.5 million and $64.6 million for the years
ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Amounts attributable to non-controlling interests were $9.5 million, $5.6
million and $3.1 million for the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively. The projects are summarized as
follows (dollars in millions):
Increases
Years Ended December 31,
Number of projects with upward estimate changes
Range of increase in gross profit from each project, net
Increase on project profitability
2014
2013
2012
12
1.0 - 15.2 $
$
66.8
$
$
7
2.6 - 41.3 $
77.5 $
10
1.1 - 24.5
92.0
The increases during the year ended December 31, 2014 were due to higher productivity than originally anticipated, owner-
directed scope changes and the settlement of outstanding claims with contract owners. The increases during the year
ended December 31, 2013 were due to the settlement of outstanding issues with a contract owner and owner-directed scope
changes. The increases during the year ended December 31, 2012 were due to owner-directed scope changes and lower than
anticipated construction costs.
Decreases
Years Ended December 31,
Number of projects with downward estimate changes
Range of reduction in gross profit from each project, net
Decrease on project profitability
2014
2013
2012
3
1.1 - 16.8 $
$
19.9
$
$
5
1.9 - 26.8 $
52.0 $
1
27.4
27.4
The decreases during the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012 were primarily due to additional costs, lower
productivity than originally anticipated and outstanding claims and change orders.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
3. Marketable Securities
All marketable securities were classified as held-to-maturity for the dates presented and the carrying amounts of held-to-maturity
securities were as follows (in thousands):
December 31,
U.S. Government and agency obligations
Commercial paper
Total short-term marketable securities
U.S. Government and agency obligations
Total long-term marketable securities
Total marketable securities
$
$
2014
2013
10,511 $
14,993
25,504
76,563
76,563
102,067 $
10,000
39,968
49,968
67,234
67,234
117,202
Scheduled maturities of held-to-maturity investments were as follows (in thousands):
December 31, 2014
Due within one year
Due in one to five years
Total
4. Fair Value Measurement
$
$
25,504
76,563
102,067
The following tables summarize assets and liabilities measured at fair value on the consolidated balance sheets on a recurring basis
for each of the fair value levels (in thousands):
December 31, 2014
Cash equivalents
Money market funds
Total assets
December 31, 2013
Cash equivalents
Money market funds
Total assets
Fair Value Measurement at Reporting Date Using
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
60,618 $
60,618 $
— $
— $
— $
— $
60,618
60,618
Fair Value Measurement at Reporting Date Using
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
89,336 $
89,336 $
— $
— $
— $
— $
89,336
89,336
$
$
$
$
A reconciliation of cash equivalents to consolidated cash and cash equivalents is as follows (in thousands):
December 31,
Cash equivalents
Cash
Total cash and cash equivalents
2014
2013
$
$
60,618 $
195,343
255,961 $
89,336
139,785
229,121
In March 2014, we entered into an interest rate swap with a notional amount of $100.0 million which matures in June 2018 to
convert the interest rate of our 2019 Notes (defined in Note 12) from a fixed rate of 6.11% to a floating rate of 4.15% plus six-
month LIBOR. The interest rate swap is reported at fair value using Level 2 inputs, with any gain or loss recorded in other expense
(income), net in our consolidated statements of operations and was a net gain of $1.4 million during 2014. The associated balance
is recorded in other current assets on the consolidated balance sheets and was $0.3 million as of December 31, 2014.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
In March 2014, we entered into two diesel commodity swaps covering the periods from May 2014 to October 2014 and from May
2015 to October 2015 which represented roughly 25% of our forecasted purchases for diesel during these periods. In May 2014,
we entered into two natural gas commodity swaps covering the periods from June 2014 to October 2014 and from May 2015 to
October 2015 representing roughly 25% of our forecasted purchases of natural gas during these periods. The commodity swaps
are reported at fair value using Level 2 inputs, with any gain or loss recorded in other expense (income), net in our consolidated
statements of operations and was a net loss of $2.0 million during 2014. The associated balance is recorded in accrued expenses
and other current liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets and was $1.7 million as of December 31, 2014.
The carrying values and estimated fair values of our financial instruments that are not required to be recorded at fair value on the
consolidated balance sheets are as follows (in thousands):
December 31,
2014
2013
Fair Value
Hierarchy Carrying Value
Fair Value
Carrying Value
Fair Value
Assets:
Held-to-maturity marketable
securities
Level 1
Liabilities (including current maturities):
Senior notes payable1
Credit Agreement loan1
Level 3
Level 3
$
$
102,067 $
101,808 $
117,202
$
116,915
200,000 $
70,000
220,226 $
70,153
200,000 $
70,000
225,865
69,601
1The fair values of the senior notes payable and borrowings under the Credit Agreement (as defined under “Credit Agreement” in Note 12) loan
are based on borrowing rates available to us for long-term loans with similar terms, average maturities, and credit risk.
The carrying values of receivables, other current assets, and accrued expenses and other current liabilities approximate their fair
values due to the short-term nature of these instruments. In addition, the fair value of non-recourse debt measured using Level 3
inputs approximates its carrying value due to its relative short-term nature and competitive interest rates.
We measure certain nonfinancial assets and liabilities at fair value on a nonrecurring basis. As of December 31, 2014 and 2013, the
nonfinancial assets and liabilities included our asset retirement and reclamation obligations as well as assets and corresponding
liabilities associated with performance guarantees. As of December 31, 2013, the nonfinancial assets and liabilities also included
assets and liabilities that were adjusted to fair value in connection with our EIP and a non-performing quarry asset separate from
our EIP.
Fair value for the assets retirement and reclamation obligations as well as the assets and liabilities associated with the EIP were
measured using Level 3 inputs and those associated with performance guarantees were measured using Level 2 inputs. Asset
retirement and reclamation obligations were initially measured using internal discounted cash flow calculations based upon our
estimates of future retirement costs - see Note 8 for details of the asset retirement balances and Note 1 for further discussion on fair
value measurements. Fair values of the assets related to our EIP as well as the non-performing quarry site were determined based
on a variety of factors that are further described in Note 1 under the Property and Equipment and Long-lived Assets sections.
Performance guarantees were measured using estimated partner bond rates - see Note 10 for the liability balances and Note 1 for
further discussion on performance guarantees.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
During the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, fair value adjustments to our nonfinancial assets and liabilities were
related to our asset retirement and reclamation obligations, restructuring charges associated with our EIP and non-cash impairment
charges separate from our EIP, and are detailed as follows:
• Asset retirement obligations adjustments were $3.0 million, $2.3 million and $2.8 million, respectively. See Note 8 for
further information.
• Restructuring gains associated with our EIP were $2.6 million during the year ended December 31, 2014, of which $1.3
million was attributable to release of our lease obligation associated with a quarry asset in California and $1.3 million
was associated with the sale or other disposition of a quarry asset in California. During the year ended December 31,
2013, we recorded restructuring charges of $49.0 million, of which $31.1 million, including $3.9 million attributable to
non-controlling interests, related to real estate assets, $14.7 million related to non-performing quarry sites and $3.2
million related to lease termination charges. During the year ended December 31, 2012, we recorded a $3.7 million
restructuring gain primarily related to real estate assets. See Note 11 for further information.
• Non-cash impairment gains were $1.3 million during 2014 and non-cash impairment charges were $3.2 million during
both 2013 and 2012. During 2014 and 2013, the non-cash impairment gains and charges were associated with the write-
down and subsequent sale of a nonperforming quarry site (see Note 11). During 2012, the non-cash impairment charges
were related to the write-off of our cost method investment in the preferred stock of a corporation that designs and
manufactures power generation equipment (see Note 7).
5. Receivables, net (in thousands)
December 31,
Construction contracts:
Completed and in progress
Retentions
Total construction contracts
Construction material sales
Other
Total gross receivables
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts
Total net receivables
2014
2013
191,094 $
84,760
275,854
28,549
6,822
311,225
291
310,934 $
193,538
73,103
266,641
36,813
12,657
316,111
2,513
313,598
$
$
Receivables include amounts billed and billable to clients for services provided as of the end of the applicable period and do not
bear interest. To the extent the related costs have not been billed, the contract balance is included in costs and estimated earnings in
excess of billings on the consolidated balance sheets. Included in other receivables at December 31, 2014 and 2013 were items
such as notes receivable, fuel tax refunds and income tax refunds. No such receivables individually exceeded 10% of total net
receivables at any of these dates.
Revenue earned by Construction and Large Project Construction from federal, state and local government agencies was $1.7
billion (75.0% of our total revenue) in 2014, $1.7 billion (74.4% of our total revenue) in 2013 and $1.7 billion (80.6% of our total
revenue) in 2012. During the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013, and 2012, our largest volume customer, including both prime
and subcontractor arrangements, was the California Department of Transportation (“Caltrans”). Revenue recognized from contracts
with Caltrans represented $195.4 million (8.6% of our total revenue) in 2014, of which $178.7 million (15.1% of segment revenue)
was in our Construction segment and $16.8 million (2.0% of segment revenue) was in our Large Project Construction segment.
Revenue from Caltrans represented $265.8 million (11.7% of total revenue) in 2013, of which $239.9 million (19.2% of segment
revenue) was in our Construction segment and $25.9 million (3.3% of segment revenue) was in the Large Project Construction
segment. Revenue from Caltrans represented $272.9 million (13.1% of total revenue) in 2012, of which $268.9 million (27.3% of
segment revenue) was in the Construction segment and $4.1 million (0.5% of segment revenue) was in the Large Project
Construction segment.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Financing receivables consisted of retentions receivable and were included in receivables, net on the consolidated balance sheets as
of December 31, 2014 and 2013. Certain construction contracts include retainage provisions. The balances billed but not paid by
customers pursuant to these provisions generally become due upon completion and acceptance of the contract by the owners. No
retention receivable individually exceeded 10% of total net receivables at any of the presented dates. As of December 31, 2014, the
majority of the retentions receivable are expected to be collected within one year.
We segregate our retention receivables into two categories: escrow and non-escrow. The balances in each category were as follows
(in thousands):
December 31,
Escrow
Non-escrow
Total retention receivables
2014
2013
28,692 $
56,068
84,760 $
25,124
47,979
73,103
$
$
The escrow receivables include amounts due to Granite which have been deposited into an escrow account and bear interest.
Typically, escrow retention receivables are held until work on a project is complete and has been accepted by the owner who then
releases those funds, along with accrued interest, to us. There is minimal risk of not collecting on these amounts.
As of December 31, 2014, the non-escrow retention receivables were evaluated for collectibility using certain customer
information that includes the following:
• Federal - includes federal agencies such as the Bureau of Reclamation, the Army Corp of Engineers, and the Bureau of
Indian Affairs. The obligations of these agencies are backed by the federal government. Consequently, there is minimal risk
of not collecting the amounts we are entitled to receive.
• State - primarily state departments of transportation. The risk of not collecting on these accounts is small; however, we have
experienced occasional delays in payment as states have struggled with budget issues.
• Local - these customers include local agencies such as cities, counties and other local municipal agencies. The risk of not
collecting on these accounts is low; however, we have experienced occasional delays in payment as some local agencies
have struggled to deal with budget issues.
• Private - includes individuals, developers and corporations. The majority of our collection risk is associated with these
customers. We perform ongoing credit evaluations of our customers and generally do not require collateral, although the law
provides us certain remedies, including, but not limited to, the ability to file mechanics’ liens on real property improved for
private customers in the event of non-payment by such customers.
We regularly review our accounts receivable, including past due amounts, to determine their probability of collection. If it is
probable that an amount is uncollectible, it is charged to bad debt expense and a corresponding reserve is established in allowance
for doubtful accounts. If it is deemed certain that an amount is uncollectible, the amount is written off. Based on contract terms,
non-escrow retention receivables are typically due within 60 days of owner acceptance of contract completion. We consider
retention amounts beyond 60 days of owner acceptance of contract completion to be past due. As of December 31, 2014 and 2013,
the non-escrow retention receivables aged over 90 days were $8.6 million and $7.0 million, respectively, and primarily resulted
from one government agency with delays caused by paperwork processing and / or obtaining final agency approvals, rather than
from a lack of funds. In addition, our allowance for doubtful accounts contained no material provision related to non-escrow
retention receivables as we determined there were no significant collectability issues at any of the presented dates.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
6. Construction and Line Item Joint Ventures
We participate in various construction joint ventures, partnerships and a limited liability company of which we are a limited
member (“joint ventures”). We also participate in various “line item” joint venture agreements under which each member is
responsible for performing certain discrete items of the total scope of contracted work.
Due to the joint and several nature of the performance obligations under the related owner contracts, if one of the members fails to
perform, we and the remaining members, if any, would be responsible for performance of the outstanding work. At December 31,
2014, there was approximately $5.7 billion of construction revenue to be recognized on unconsolidated and line item construction
joint venture contracts of which $1.7 billion represented our share and the remaining $4.0 billion represented the other members’
share. We are not able to estimate amounts that may be required beyond the remaining cost of the work to be performed. These
costs could be offset by billings to the customer or by proceeds from our partners’ corporate and/or other guarantees. See Note 10
for disclosure of the amounts recorded on the consolidated balance sheets and Note 1 for additional discussion.
Construction Joint Ventures
Generally, each construction joint venture is formed to complete a specific contract and is jointly controlled by the venture
partners. The associated agreements typically provide that our interests in any profits and assets, and our respective share in any
losses and liabilities resulting from the performance of the contracts, are limited to our stated percentage interest in the venture.
Under our contractual arrangements, we provide capital to these joint ventures in return for an ownership interest. In addition,
partners dedicate resources to the ventures necessary to complete the contracts and are reimbursed for their cost. The operational
risks of each construction joint venture are passed along to the joint venture partners. As we absorb our share of these risks, our
investment in each venture is exposed to potential losses.
We have determined that certain of these joint ventures are consolidated because they are VIEs, and we are the primary beneficiary
or because they are not VIEs and we hold the majority voting interest.
We continually evaluate whether there are changes in the status of the VIEs or changes to the primary beneficiary designation of
the VIE. Based on our assessments during the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, we determined no changes to our
consolidation conclusions were required for existing construction joint ventures.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Consolidated Construction Joint Ventures
The carrying amounts and classification of assets and liabilities of construction joint ventures we are required to consolidate are
included on the consolidated balance sheets as follows (in thousands):
December 31,
Cash and cash equivalents1
Receivables, net
Other current assets
Total current assets
Property and equipment, net
Total assets2
Accounts payable
Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings1
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
Total liabilities2
2014
2013
61,276 $
36,781
1,746
99,803
11,969
111,772 $
18,009 $
32,830
2,714
53,553 $
38,800
38,372
4,778
81,950
22,216
104,166
16,937
60,185
11,299
88,421
$
$
$
$
1The volume and stage of completion of contracts from our consolidated construction joint ventures may cause fluctuations in cash and cash
equivalents as well as billings in excess of costs and costs in excess of billings and estimated earnings between periods.
2The assets and liabilities of each joint venture relate solely to that joint venture. The decision to distribute joint venture cash and cash
equivalents and assets must generally be made jointly by all of the partners and, accordingly, these cash and cash equivalents and assets
generally are not available for the working capital needs of Granite until distributed.
At December 31, 2014, we were engaged in three active consolidated construction joint venture projects with total contract
values ranging from $32.7 million to $364.4 million. The total estimated revenue remaining to be recognized on these consolidated
joint ventures ranged from $0.2 million to $70.2 million. Our proportionate share of the equity in these joint ventures was between
55.0% and 65.0%. During the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, total revenue from consolidated construction joint
ventures was $155.1 million, $170.0 million and $222.3 million, respectively. Total cash provided by consolidated construction
joint venture operations was $22.5 million, $10.9 million and $25.2 million during the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and
2012 respectively.
Unconsolidated Construction Joint Ventures
We account for our share of construction joint ventures that we are not required to consolidate on a pro rata basis in the
consolidated statements of operations and as a single line item on the consolidated balance sheets. As of December 31, 2014, these
unconsolidated joint ventures were engaged in ten active projects with total contract values ranging from $72.8 million to $3.1
billion. Our proportionate share of the equity in these unconsolidated joint ventures ranged from 20.0% to 50.0%. As of
December 31, 2014, our share of the revenue remaining to be recognized on these unconsolidated joint ventures ranged from $10.7
million to $683.8 million.
As of December 31, 2014, one of our unconsolidated construction joint ventures was located in Canada and, therefore, the
associated disclosures throughout this footnote include amounts that were translated from Canadian dollars to U.S. dollars using
the spot rate in effect as of the reporting date for balance sheet items, and the average rate in effect during the applicable monthly
reporting period for the results of operations. The associated foreign currency translation adjustments did not have a material
impact on the consolidated financial statements for any of the dates or periods presented.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Following is summary financial information related to unconsolidated construction joint ventures (in thousands):
December 31,
Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents1
Other assets
Less partners’ interest
Granite’s interest
Liabilities:
Accounts payable
Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings1
Other liabilities
Less partners’ interest
Granite’s interest
Equity in construction joint ventures
2014
2013
264,263 $
573,898
546,907
291,254
146,198
156,604
55,289
251,412
106,679
184,575 $
385,094
523,827
612,530
296,391
155,985
245,341
104,152
371,760
133,718
162,673
$
$
1The volume and stage of completion of contracts from our unconsolidated construction joint ventures may cause fluctuations in cash and cash
equivalents as well as billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings between periods. The decision to distribute joint venture cash and cash
equivalents and assets must generally be made jointly by all of the partners and, accordingly, these cash and cash equivalents and assets
generally are not available for the working capital needs of Granite until distributed.
Years Ended December 31,
Revenue:
Total
Less partners’ interest and adjustments1
Granite’s interest
Cost of revenue:
Total
Less partners’ interest and adjustments1
Granite’s interest
Granite’s interest in gross profit
2014
2013
2012
$
1,501,894 $
1,048,514
453,380
1,386,577
984,062
402,515
$
50,865 $
1,391,190 $
982,734
408,456
1,107,533
772,670
334,863
73,593 $
1,042,209
665,782
376,427
785,079
511,840
273,239
103,188
1Partners’ interest represents amounts to reconcile total revenue and total cost of revenue as reported by our partners to Granite’s interest
adjusted to reflect our accounting policies.
During the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, unconsolidated construction joint venture net income was $116.8
million, $283.2 million and $256.9 million, respectively, of which our share was $49.2 million, $72.8 million and $101.7 million,
respectively. These net income amounts exclude our corporate overhead required to manage the joint ventures.
Line Item Joint Ventures
The revenue for each line item joint venture partner’s discrete items of work is defined in the contract with the project owner and
each venture partner bears the profitability risk associated with its own work. There is not a single set of books and records for a
line item joint venture. Each partner accounts for its items of work individually as it would for any self-performed contract. We
include only our portion of these contracts in our consolidated financial statements. As of December 31, 2014, we had three active
line item joint venture construction projects with total contract values ranging from $42.7 million to $86.0 million of which our
portion ranged from $28.9 million to $63.6 million. As of December 31, 2014, our share of revenue remaining to be recognized on
these line item joint ventures ranged from $2.3 million to $23.4 million.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
7. Investments in Affiliates
Our investments in affiliates balance is related to our investments in unconsolidated non-construction entities that we account for
using the equity method of accounting, including investments in real estate entities and a non-real estate entity. The real estate
entities were formed to accomplish specific real estate development projects that our wholly-owned subsidiary, GLC, participates
in with third-party partners. The non-real estate entity was a 50% interest in a limited liability company which owns and operates
an asphalt terminal and operates an emulsion plant in Nevada.
We have determined that the real estate entities are not consolidated because they are VIEs, and we are not the primary beneficiary.
We have determined that the non-real estate entity is not consolidated because it is not a VIE, and we do not hold the majority
voting interest. As such, this entity is accounted for using the equity method. We account for our share of the operating results of
the equity method investments in other income in the consolidated statements of operations and as a single line item on the
consolidated balance sheets as investments in affiliates.
Our investments in affiliates balance consists of the following (in thousands):
December 31,
Equity method investments in real estate affiliates
Equity method investments in other affiliates
Total investments in affiliates
2014
2013
22,623 $
9,738
32,361 $
21,392
11,088
32,480
$
$
The following table provides summarized balance sheet information for our affiliates accounted for under the equity method on a
combined basis (in thousands):
December 31,
Current assets
Long-term assets
Total assets
Current liabilities
Long-term liabilities1
Total Liabilities
Net assets
Granite’s share of net assets
2014
2013
28,891 $
141,283
170,174
5,827
66,708
72,535
97,639 $
32,361 $
25,807
148,181
173,988
6,000
68,544
74,544
99,444
32,480
$
$
$
1The balance primarily relates to debt associated with our real estate investments. See Note 12 for further discussion.
The equity method investments in real estate affiliates included $16.5 million and $14.9 million in residential real estate in Texas
as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. The remaining balances were in commercial real estate in Texas. Of the $170.2
million in total assets as of December 31, 2014, real estate entities had total assets ranging from $1.5 million to $59.3 million and
the non-real estate entity had total assets of $20.3 million.
During the year ended December 31, 2012, it was determined that the carrying amount of our cost method investment in a power
generation equipment manufacturer exceeded its fair value, which required us to recognize a non-cash impairment charge of $2.8
million that was included in other expense (income), net on the consolidated statement of operations.
The following table provides summarized statement of operations information for our affiliates accounted for under the equity
method on a combined basis (in thousands):
Years Ended December 31,
Revenue
Gross profit
Income (loss) before taxes
Net income (loss)
Granite’s interest in affiliates’ net income
$
2014
2013
2012
46,597 $
10,315
3,647
3,647
901
42,563 $
3,487
(686)
(686)
1,304
52,342
13,254
1,318
1,318
1,988
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
8. Property and Equipment, net
Balances of major classes of assets and allowances for depreciation and depletion are included in property and equipment, net on
the consolidated balance sheets as follows (in thousands):
December 31,
Equipment and vehicles
Quarry property
Land and land improvements
Buildings and leasehold improvements
Office furniture and equipment
Property and equipment
Less: accumulated depreciation and depletion
Property and equipment, net
2014
2013
767,313 $
172,081
110,235
82,655
70,820
1,203,104
793,451
409,653 $
765,971
170,442
119,917
83,494
70,156
1,209,980
773,121
436,859
$
$
Depreciation and depletion expense included in our consolidated statements of operations for the years ended December 31, 2014,
2013 and 2012 was $64.9 million, $62.7 million and $51.8 million, respectively and was primarily included in cost of revenue in
our consolidated statements of operations. We capitalized interest costs of $0.7 million, $0.9 million and $2.3 million in 2014,
2013 and 2012, respectively, related to certain self-constructed assets, of which $0.4 million, $0.6 million and $2.1 million,
respectively, were included in real estate held for development and sale and $0.3 million, $0.3 million and $0.2 million,
respectively, were included in property and equipment on the consolidated balance sheets.
During the year ended December 31, 2013, we recorded non-cash impairment charges of $17.8 million, all of which related to non-
performing quarry assets. Of this amount, $14.7 million was restructuring charges in connection with our EIP and the remaining
charges were related to a quarry asset and our process of continually optimizing our assets separate from the EIP. In 2014, the
related quarry asset was sold, resulting in a $1.3 million restructuring gain. Refer to Note 11 for details.
We have recorded liabilities associated with our legally required obligations to reclaim owned and leased quarry property and
related facilities. As of December 31, 2014 and 2013, $6.5 million and $9.8 million, respectively, of our asset retirement
obligations are included in accrued expenses and other current liabilities and $20.9 million and $19.3 million, respectively, are
included in other long-term liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets.
The following is a reconciliation of these asset retirement obligations (in thousands):
Years Ended December 31,
Beginning balance
Revisions to estimates
Liabilities incurred
Liabilities settled
Accretion
Ending balance
2014
2013
29,138 $
2,969
—
(5,678)
1,012
27,441 $
26,576
2,265
83
(976)
1,190
29,138
$
$
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
9. Intangible Assets
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets
Indefinite-lived intangible assets primarily consist of goodwill and use rights. Use rights of $0.4 million are included in other
noncurrent assets on the consolidated balance sheets as of December 31, 2014 and 2013.
The following table presents the goodwill balance by reportable segment (in thousands):
December 31,
Construction
Large Project Construction
Construction Materials
Total goodwill
Amortized Intangible Assets
2014
2013
29,260 $
22,593
1,946
53,799 $
29,260
22,593
1,946
53,799
$
$
The following is the breakdown of our amortized intangible assets that are included in other noncurrent assets on the consolidated
balance sheets (in thousands):
December 31, 2014
Permits
Acquired backlog
Customer lists
Trade name
Covenants not to compete and other
Total amortized intangible assets
December 31, 2013
Permits
Acquired backlog
Customer lists
Trade name
Covenants not to compete and other
Total amortized intangible assets
Gross Value
Accumulated
Amortization
Net Value
29,713 $
7,900
4,398
4,100
2,459
48,570 $
29,713 $
7,900
4,398
4,100
2,459
48,570 $
(13,115) $
(7,263)
(2,785)
(863)
(2,428)
(26,454) $
(11,992 ) $
(6,835)
(2,491)
(432)
(2,408)
(24,158 ) $
16,598
637
1,613
3,237
31
22,116
17,721
1,065
1,907
3,668
51
24,412
$
$
$
$
Amortization expense related to amortized intangible assets for the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012 was $2.3
million, $8.8 million and $3.7 million, respectively and was primarily included in selling, general and administrative expenses in
our consolidated statements of operations. Based on the amortized intangible assets balance at December 31, 2014, amortization
expense expected to be recorded in the future is as follows: $2.5 million in 2015; $1.8 million in 2016; $1.7 million in 2017; $1.7
million in 2018; $1.7 million in 2019; and $12.7 million thereafter.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
10. Accrued Expenses and Other Current Liabilities (in thousands):
December 31,
Payroll and related employee benefits
Accrued insurance
Performance guarantees (see Note 18)
Loss job reserves
Other
Total
2014
2013
$
$
36,888 $
44,585
75,820
5,784
37,575
200,652 $
34,676
49,073
54,488
12,130
46,875
197,242
Other includes dividends payable, accrued legal, warranty reserves, reclamation reserves, remediation reserves and other
miscellaneous accruals, none of which are greater than 5% of total current liabilities.
11. Restructuring and Impairment (Gains) Charges, Net
The following table presents the components of restructuring and impairment (gains) charges, net during the respective periods (in
thousands):
Years ended December 31,
Impairment losses (gains) associated with our real estate investments, net
Impairment charges on assets
Lease termination (gains) costs, net of estimated sublease income
Total restructuring (gains) charges
Other impairment (gains) charges
Total restructuring and impairment (gains) charges, net
2014
2013
2012
— $
—
(1,283)
(1,283)
(1,360)
(2,643)$
31,090 $
14,651
3,234
48,975
3,164
52,139 $
(3,093)
—
(635)
(3,728)
—
(3,728)
$
$
In 2010, we announced our EIP, which included actions to reduce our cost structure, enhance operating efficiencies and strengthen
our business to achieve long-term profitable growth. The majority of restructuring charges associated with the EIP were recorded
in 2010.
In 2011, development activities were curtailed for the majority of our real estate development projects as divestiture efforts
increased, and we recorded $1.5 million in additional restructuring charges associated with the sale or other disposition of three
separate projects located in California.
During 2012, we recorded a restructuring gain of $3.1 million associated with the sale or other disposition of three separate,
previously impaired real estate investments located in California, Oregon and Washington.
During 2013 and pursuant to the EIP, management approved a plan to sell or otherwise dispose of all of the remaining consolidated
real estate investments in our real estate investment business, as well as certain assets in our Construction Materials segment.
These actions resulted in restructuring charges of $49.0 million in 2013, including amounts attributable to non-controlling interests
of $3.9 million. These restructuring charges consisted of the non-cash impairment of certain real estate and quarry assets and the
accrual of lease termination costs. The carrying values of the impaired assets were adjusted to their expected fair values, which
were estimated by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, comparative market data, historical sales prices, broker quotes
and third-party valuations.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Restructuring charges in 2013 associated with our real estate investment business included $31.1 million of non-cash impairment
charges related to all of the remaining consolidated real estate assets, including amounts attributable to non-controlling interests of
$3.9 million. The impaired assets consisted primarily of our consolidated residential and retail development projects which had a
carrying value of $44.6 million prior to the impairment.
Restructuring charges in 2013 associated with the Company’s Construction Materials segment resulted in $14.7 million of non-
cash impairment charges related to non-performing quarry assets which had an aggregate carrying value of $17.1 million prior to
the impairment. In connection with the impairment of these quarry assets, we recorded lease termination charges of $3.2 million.
In 2014, we recorded a restructuring gain of $1.3 million resulting from our release from lease obligations.
We concluded the majority of our 2010 EIP during 2013. As the impaired assets are sold, we may recognize additional
restructuring charges or gains; however, we do not expect these charges or gains to be material.
Separate from the EIP but related to our process of continually optimizing our assets, we identified a quarry asset within our
Construction Materials segment that no longer had strategic value to our vertically integrated business. Therefore, during 2013,
management approved a plan to sell or otherwise dispose of this asset. We determined that the asset’s carrying value was not
recoverable and recorded a $3.2 million non-cash impairment charge. In 2014, this asset was sold, resulting in a $1.3 million
restructuring impairment gain.
12. Long-Term Debt and Credit Arrangements (in thousands):
December 31,
Senior notes payable
Credit Agreement loan
Mortgages payable
Other notes payable
Total debt
Less current maturities
Total long-term debt
2014
2013
200,000 $
70,000
6,742
126
276,868
1,247
275,621 $
200,000
70,000
7,967
148
278,115
1,247
276,868
$
$
The aggregate minimum principal maturities of long-term debt for each of the five years following December 31, 2014, after
considering our intent and ability to pay the 2019 Notes (defined below) using another source of financing as disclosed below, are
as follows: 2015 - $1.2 million; 2016 - $155.5 million; 2017 - $40.0 million; 2018 - $40.0 million; and 2019 - $40.0 million.
Senior Notes Payable
As of December 31, 2014, senior notes payable in the amount of $200.0 million were due to a group of institutional holders in five
equal annual installments beginning in 2015 and bear interest at 6.11% per annum (“2019 Notes”). In March 2014, we entered into
an interest rate swap to convert the interest rate from a fixed rate of 6.11% to a floating rate of 4.15% plus six-month LIBOR (see
Note 4 for details). The first installment of the 2019 Notes is included in long-term debt on the consolidated balance sheet as of
December 31, 2014 as we have the ability and intent to pay this installment using borrowings under the Credit Agreement (defined
below) or by obtaining other sources of financing.
Our obligations under the note purchase agreement governing the 2019 Notes (the “2019 NPA”) are guaranteed by certain of our
subsidiaries and are collateralized on an equivalent basis with the Credit Agreement by liens on substantially all of the assets of the
Company and subsidiaries that are guarantors or borrowers under the Credit Agreement. The 2019 NPA provides for the release of
liens and re-pledge of collateral on substantially the same terms and conditions as those set forth in the Credit Agreement described
below.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Credit Agreement
We have a $215.0 million committed revolving credit facility, with a sublimit for letters of credit of $100.0 million (the “Credit
Agreement”), which expires on October 11, 2016, of which $134.8 million was available at December 31, 2014. At December 31,
2014 and 2013, there was a revolving loan of $70.0 million outstanding under the Credit Agreement related to financing the Kenny
acquisition, which is included in long-term debt on the consolidated balance sheets. In addition, as of December 31, 2014 there
were standby letters of credit totaling $10.3 million. The letters of credit will expire between June 2015 and December 2017.
Borrowings under the Credit Agreement bear interest at LIBOR or a base rate (at our option), plus an applicable margin based on
certain financial ratios calculated quarterly. LIBOR varies based on the applicable loan term, market conditions and other external
factors. The applicable margin was 2.50% for loans bearing interest based on LIBOR and 1.50% for loans bearing interest at the
base rate at December 31, 2014. Accordingly, the effective interest rate was between 2.76% and 4.75% at December 31, 2014.
Borrowings at the base rate have no designated term and may be repaid without penalty any time prior to the Credit Agreement’s
maturity date. Borrowings at a LIBOR rate have a term no less than one month and no greater than six months. Typically, at the
end of such term, such borrowings may be paid off or rolled over at our discretion into either a borrowing at the base rate or a
borrowing at a LIBOR rate with similar terms, not to exceed the maturity date of the Credit Agreement. On a periodic basis, we
assess the timing of payment depending on facts and circumstances that exist at the time of our assessment. Our obligations under
the Credit Agreement are guaranteed by certain of our subsidiaries and are collateralized on an equivalent basis with the
obligations under the 2019 Notes (defined above) by first priority liens (subject only to other liens permitted under the Credit
Agreement) on substantially all of the assets of the Company and our subsidiaries that are guarantors or borrowers under the Credit
Agreement.
The Credit Agreement provides for the release of the liens securing the obligations at our option and expense, so long as certain
conditions as defined by the terms in the Credit Agreement are satisfied (“Collateral Release Period”). However, if subsequent to
exercising the option, our Consolidated Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio is less than 1.50 or our Consolidated Leverage Ratio is
greater than 2.50, then we will be required to promptly re-pledge substantially all of the assets of the Company and our subsidiaries
that are guarantors or borrowers under the Credit Agreement. As of December 31, 2014, the conditions for the exercise of the
unsecured option were not satisfied.
Real Estate Indebtedness
Our consolidated and unconsolidated real estate held for development and sale is subject to indebtedness. This indebtedness is non-
recourse to Granite, but is recourse to the real estate. The terms of this indebtedness are typically renegotiated to reflect the
evolving nature of the real estate project as it progresses through acquisition, entitlement and development. Modification of these
terms may include changes in loan-to-value ratios requiring the real estate entity to repay portions of the debt. As of December 31,
2014, the principal amount of debt of our consolidated real estate entity secured by a mortgage was $6.7 million, of which
approximately $1.2 million was included in current liabilities and approximately $5.5 million was included in long-term liabilities
on the consolidated balance sheets. The debt associated with our unconsolidated real estate ventures is disclosed in Note 7.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Covenants and Events of Default
Our debt and credit agreements require us to comply with various affirmative, restrictive and financial covenants, including the
financial covenants described below. Our failure to comply with any of these covenants, or to pay principal, interest or other
amounts when due thereunder, would constitute an event of default under the applicable agreements. Under certain circumstances,
the occurrence of an event of default under one of our debt or credit agreements (or the acceleration of the maturity of the
indebtedness under one of our agreements) may constitute an event of default under one or more of our other debt or credit
agreements. Default under our debt and credit agreements could result in (1) us no longer being entitled to borrow under the
agreements; (2) termination of the agreements; (3) the requirement that any letters of credit under the agreements be cash
collateralized; (4) acceleration of the maturity of outstanding indebtedness under the agreements and/or (5) foreclosure on any
collateral securing the obligations under the agreements.
The most significant financial covenants under the terms of our Credit Agreement and 2019 NPA require the maintenance of a
minimum Consolidated Tangible Net Worth, a minimum Consolidated Interest Coverage Ratio and a maximum Consolidated
Leverage Ratio. The calculations and terms of such financial covenants are defined in the amendments to the Credit Agreement
and 2019 NPA, which were filed as Exhibits 10.31 and 10.32, respectively, to our Form 10-K filed March 3, 2014.
As of December 31, 2014 and pursuant to the definitions in the agreements, our Consolidated Tangible Net Worth was $766.3
million, which exceeded the minimum of $622.7 million, the Consolidated Leverage Ratio was 2.77 which did not exceed the
maximum of 3.00 and the Consolidated Interest Coverage Ratio was 6.93 which exceeded the minimum of 4.00.
As of December 31, 2014, we were in compliance with all covenants contained in the Credit Agreement and 2019 NPA, as
amended, and the debt agreements related to our consolidated real estate entities. We are not aware of any non-compliance by any
of our unconsolidated real estate entities with the covenants contained in their debt agreements.
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GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
13. Employee Benefit Plans
Profit Sharing and 401(k) Plan: The Profit Sharing and 401(k) Plan (the “401(k) Plan”) is a defined contribution plan covering all
employees except employees covered by collective bargaining agreements and employees of our consolidated construction joint
ventures. Each employee’s combined before-tax and Roth 401(k) after- tax contributions cannot exceed 50% of their eligible pay
or the 2014 IRS annual contribution limit of $17,500. Our 401(k) matching contributions can be up to 6% of an employee’s gross
pay and are available at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
Profit sharing contributions from the Company may be made to the 401(k) Plan in an amount determined by the Board of
Directors. We made no profit sharing contributions during the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012. Our 401(k)
matching contributions to the 401(k) Plan for the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012 were $5.0 million, $4.1 million
and $2.8 million, respectively. During the year ended December 31, 2013, eligible Kenny employees that had at least 1,000 hours
of service as of March 1, 2013 and were actively employed on March 28, 2013 received a one-time profit sharing contribution of
approximately $0.1 million in total, which was equivalent to the Company match during the period they were unable to contribute
to the Plan.
Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation Plan: We offer a Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation Plan (“NQDC Plan”) to a select
group of our highly compensated employees. The NQDC Plan provides participants the opportunity to defer payment of certain
compensation as defined in the NQDC Plan. In October 2008, a Rabbi Trust was established to fund our NQDC Plan obligation
and was fully funded as of December 31, 2014. The assets held by the Rabbi Trust at December 31, 2014 and 2013 are
substantially in the form of Company-owned life insurance and are included in other noncurrent assets on the consolidated balance
sheets. As of December 31, 2014, there were 52 active participants in the NQDC Plan. NQDC Plan obligations were $21.7 million
and $23.6 million as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
Multi-employer Pension Plans: Four of our wholly-owned subsidiaries, Granite Construction Company, Granite Construction
Northeast, Inc., Granite Infrastructure Constructors, Inc., and Kenny Construction Company contribute to various multi-employer
pension plans on behalf of union employees. The risks of participating in these multiemployer plans are different from single-
employer plans in the following aspects:
• Assets contributed to the multi-employer plan by one employer may be used to provide benefits to employees of other
•
•
participating employers.
If a participating employer stops contributing to the plan, the unfunded obligations of the plan may be borne by the
remaining participating employers.
If we chose to stop participating in some of the multi-employer plans, we may be required to pay those plans an amount
based on the underfunded status of the plan, referred to as a withdrawal liability.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
The following table presents our participation in these plans (dollars in thousands):
Pension Protection
Act (“PPA”)
Certified Zone
Status1
2014
Green
2013
Green
Pension Plan
Employer
Identification
Number
91-6028571
FIP / RP
Status
Pending /
Implemented
2
Contributions
2014
2013
2012
Surcharge
Imposed
No
$
3,043 $
3,260 $
2,368
No
Expiration
Date of
Collective
Bargaining
Agreement3
5/31/2015
12/31/2015
12/31/2016
95-6032478
Red
Red
Yes
3,001
2,768
2,285
No
6/30/2016
94-6090764
Red
Orange
Yes
9,590
8,193
8,030
No
6/15/2015
6/30/2015
10/31/2015
6/30/2016
9/30/2016
5/15/2017
6/30/2017
1/31/2018
94-6277608
Yellow
Yellow
Yes
2,682
2,500
2,320
No
6/30/2019
36-2514514
Green
Green
No
2,230
1,608
—
No
5/31/2017
7,720
Total Contributions: $ 29,422 $ 27,165 $ 22,723
8,836
8,876
Pension Trust
Fund
Locals 302 and 612
Operating
Engineers-
Employers
Retirement Fund
Operating
Engineers Pension
Trust Fund
Pension Trust Fund
for Operating
Engineers Pension
Plan
Laborers Pension
Trust Fund for
Northern California
Laborers Pension
Fund
All other funds (49)
1The most recent PPA zone status available in 2014 and 2013 is for the plan’s year-end during 2013 and 2012, respectively. The zone status is
based on information that we received from the plan and is certified by the plan’s actuary. Among other factors, plans in the red zone are
generally less than 65 percent funded, plans in the orange zone are less than 80 percent funded and have an Accumulated Funding Deficiency
in the current year or projected into the next six years, plans in the yellow zone are less than 80 percent funded, and plans in the green zone are
at least 80 percent funded.
2The “FIP/RP Status Pending/Implemented” column indicates plans for which a financial improvement plan (“FIP”) or a rehabilitation plan
(“RP”) is either pending or has been implemented.
3Lists the expiration date(s) of the collective-bargaining agreement(s) to which the plans are subject. Pension trust funds with a range of
expiration dates have various collective bargaining agreements.
We currently have no intention of withdrawing from any of the multi-employer pension plans in which we participate that would
result in a significant withdrawal liability.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
14. Shareholders’ Equity
Stock-based Compensation: The 2012 Equity Incentive Plan provides for the issuance of restricted stock, restricted stock units
(“RSUs”) and stock options to eligible employees and to members of our Board of Directors. A total of 2,224,907 shares of our
common stock have been reserved for issuance of which 1,599,963 remained available as of December 31, 2014.
Stock Options: In 2014, no stock options were granted. As of December 31, 2014, there were 18,620 stock options outstanding all
of which were fully vested as of June 30, 2013.
Restricted Stock Units and Restricted Stock: RSUs and restricted stock are issued for services to be rendered and may not be sold,
transferred or pledged for such a period as determined by our Compensation Committee. RSU and restricted stock compensation
cost is measured at our common stock’s fair value based on the market price at the date of grant. We recognize compensation cost
only for RSUs and restricted stock that we estimate will ultimately vest. We estimate the number of shares that will ultimately vest
at each grant date based on our historical experience and adjust compensation cost based on changes in those estimates over time.
RSU and restricted stock compensation cost is recognized ratably over the shorter of the vesting period (generally three years) or
the period from grant date to the first maturity date after the holder reaches age 62 and has completed certain specified years of
service, when all restricted stock becomes fully vested. Vesting of restricted stock is not subject to any market or performance
conditions and vesting provisions are at the discretion of the Compensation Committee. An employee may not sell or otherwise
transfer unvested units or stock and, in the event employment is terminated prior to the end of the vesting period, any unvested
units or stock are surrendered to us. We have no obligation to purchase these restricted stock units or restricted stock that are
surrendered to us.
As of December 31, 2014 and 2013 there was no restricted stock outstanding as all outstanding shares had either been forfeited or
vested. As of December 31, 2012 there were 174,000 shares of restricted stock outstanding. Compensation cost related to restricted
stock was $0.5 million ($0.3 million net of effective tax rate) and $3.8 million ($2.8 million net of effective tax rate) for the years
ended December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. The grant date fair value of restricted stock vested during the years
ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 was $5.1 million and $12.2 million, respectively.
A summary of the changes in our RSUs during the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012 is as follows (shares in
thousands):
Years Ended December 31,
2014
2013
2012
Outstanding, beginning balance
Granted
Vested
Forfeited
Outstanding, ending balance
Weighted-
Average
Grant-Date
Fair Value per
RSU
RSUs
Weighted-
Average
Grant-Date
Fair Value per
RSU
RSUs
Weighted-
Average
Grant-Date
Fair Value per
RSU
RSUs
769 $
212
(365)
(51)
565 $
29.49
37.94
30.15
31.97
31.38
665 $
506
(337)
(65)
769 $
27.74
31.12
28.52
29.97
29.49
346 $
533
(175)
(39)
665 $
25.64
28.99
26.87
27.95
27.74
Compensation cost related to RSUs was $11.2 million ($7.2 million net of effective tax rate), $13.0 million ($9.1 million net of
effective tax rate), and $7.6 million ($5.6 million net of effective tax rate) for the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and
2012, respectively. The grant date fair value of RSUs vested during the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012 was $11.7
million, $9.6 million and $4.7 million, respectively. As of December 31, 2014, there was $9.1 million of unrecognized
compensation cost related to RSUs which will be recognized over a remaining weighted-average period of approximately 1.0 year.
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401(k) Plan: As of December 31, 2014, the 401(k) Plan owned 2,163,995 shares of our common stock. Dividends on shares held
by the 401(k) Plan are charged to retained earnings and all shares held by the 401(k) Plan are treated as outstanding in computing
our earnings per share.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (“ESPP”) allows qualifying employees to purchase shares of
our common stock through payroll deductions of up to 15% of their compensation, subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations, at
a price of 95% of the fair market value as of the end of each of the six-month offering periods, which commence on May 15
and November 15 of each year. During the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, proceeds from the ESPP were $0.7
million, $0.7 million and $0.5 million for 21,433, 23,557 and 21,446 shares, respectively.
Share Purchase Program: In 2007, our Board of Directors authorized us to purchase up to $200.0 million of our common stock at
management’s discretion. At December 31, 2014, $64.1 million remained available under this authorization. We did not purchase
shares under the share purchase program in any of the periods presented. The specific timing and amount of any future purchases
will vary based on market conditions, securities law limitations and other factors. Purchases under the share purchase program may
be commenced, suspended or discontinued at any time and from time to time without prior notice.
15. Weighted Average Shares Outstanding
A reconciliation of the weighted average shares outstanding used in calculating basic and diluted net income (loss) per share in the
accompanying consolidated statements of operations is as follows (in thousands):
Years Ended December 31,
Weighted average shares outstanding:
Weighted average common stock outstanding
Less: weighted average unvested restricted stock outstanding
Total basic weighted average shares outstanding
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding:
Weighted average common stock outstanding, basic
Effect of dilutive securities:
Common stock options and restricted stock units1
Total weighted average shares outstanding assuming dilution
2014
2013
2012
39,096
—
39,096
38,803
—
38,803
38,689
242
38,447
39,096
38,803
38,447
699
39,795
—
38,803
629
39,076
1Due to the net loss for the year ended December 31, 2013, restricted stock units and common stock options representing approximately 862,000
have been excluded from the number of shares used in calculating diluted net loss per share, as their inclusion would be antidilutive.
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16. Earnings Per Share
We calculate earnings per share (“EPS”) under the two-class method by allocating earnings to both common shares and unvested
restricted stock which are considered participating securities. However, net losses are not allocated to participating securities for
purposes of computing EPS under the two-class method. The following is a reconciliation of net income (loss) attributable to
Granite and related weighted average shares of common stock outstanding for purposes of calculating basic and diluted net income
(loss) per share using the two-class method (in thousands except per share amounts):
Years Ended December 31,
Basic
Numerator:
Net income (loss) attributable to Granite
Less: net income allocated to participating securities
$
Net income (loss) allocated to common shareholders for basic calculation $
Denominator:
Weighted average common shares outstanding, basic
Net income (loss) per share, basic
Diluted
Numerator:
Net income (loss) attributable to Granite
Less: net income allocated to participating securities
Net income (loss) allocated to common shareholders for diluted
calculation
Denominator:
Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted
Net income (loss) per share, diluted
$
$
$
$
2014
2013
2012
25,346 $
—
25,346 $
39,096
0.65 $
(36,423) $
—
(36,423) $
38,803
(0.94) $
45,283
283
45,000
38,447
1.17
25,346 $
—
(36,423) $
—
45,283
279
25,346
$
(36,423) $
45,004
39,795
0.64 $
38,803
(0.94) $
39,076
1.15
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17. Income Taxes
Following is a summary of the provision for (benefit from) income taxes (in thousands):
Years Ended December 31,
Federal:
Current
Deferred
Total federal
State:
Current
Deferred
Total state
Total provision for (benefit from) income taxes
2014
2013
2012
$
$
2,529 $
11,142
13,671
1,897
4,153
6,050
19,721 $
(1,298)$
(18,606)
(19,904)
1,592
(951)
641
(19,263)$
10,410
9,518
19,928
4,689
(3,508)
1,181
21,109
Following is a reconciliation of our provision for (benefit from) income taxes based on the Federal statutory tax rate to our
effective tax rate (dollars in thousands):
Years Ended December 31,
Federal statutory tax
State taxes, net of federal tax benefit
Valuation allowance release
Percentage depletion deduction
Domestic production deduction
Non-controlling interests
Nondeductible expenses
Other
Total
$
$
2014
2013
2012
19,459
5,420
—
(1,217)
(2)
(3,686)
275
(528)
19,721
35.0%$
9.7
—
(2.2)
—
(6.6)
0.5
(0.9)
35.5%$
(22,411)
101
—
(787)
(27)
2,920
2,384
(1,443)
(19,263)
35.0 %$
(0.2 )
—
1.2
0.1
(4.6 )
(3.7 )
2.3
30.1 %$
28,360
5,299
(5,803)
(1,422)
(1,367)
(5,124)
1,918
(752)
21,109
35.0%
6.5
(7.2)
(1.8)
(1.7)
(6.3)
2.4
(0.8)
26.1%
Included in the 2014 State taxes, net of federal benefit above, is the effect of state tax laws which were enacted in 2014 resulting in
the revaluation of a deferred tax asset.
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Following is a summary of the deferred tax assets and liabilities (in thousands):
December 31,
Deferred tax assets:
Receivables
Inventory
Insurance
Deferred compensation
Other accrued liabilities
Contract income recognition
Impairments on real estate investments
Accrued compensation
Other
Net operating loss carryforward
Valuation allowance
Total deferred tax assets
Deferred tax liabilities:
Property and equipment
Total deferred tax liabilities
Net deferred tax assets
2014
2013
$
306 $
3,579
11,534
12,479
4,801
5,592
11,329
7,524
2,107
8,665
(1,185)
66,731
33,946
33,946
32,785 $
$
2,870
4,637
10,813
13,372
6,739
11,503
14,313
7,206
420
4,439
(3,731)
72,581
24,500
24,500
48,081
The above amounts are reflected on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets as follows (in thousands):
December 31,
Current deferred tax assets, net
Long-term deferred tax liabilities, net
Net deferred tax assets
2014
2013
$
$
53,231 $
20,446
32,785 $
55,874
7,793
48,081
The deferred tax asset for other accrued liabilities relates to various items including accrued compensation, accrued rent and
accrued reclamation costs, which are realizable in future periods. Our deferred tax asset for net operating loss carryforward relates
to state and local net operating loss carryforwards which expire beginning in 2026 and federal net operating loss carryforwards
which expire in 2034. We have provided a valuation allowance on the net deferred tax assets for certain state and local jurisdictions
because we do not believe their realizability is more likely than not.
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The following is a summary of the change in valuation allowance (in thousands):
December 31,
Beginning balance
Deductions, net
Ending balance
2014
2013
2012
$
$
3,731 $
(2,546)
1,185 $
5,242 $
(1,511)
3,731 $
10,668
(5,426)
5,242
The deductions to the valuation allowance are related to deferred tax asset utilization and the revaluation of our net deferred tax
assets related to various state and local jurisdictions during the year ended December 31, 2014. Additions to the valuation
allowance are insignificant for the year ended December 31, 2014.
Uncertain tax positions: We file income tax returns in the U.S. and various state and local jurisdictions. We are currently under
examination by various state taxing authorities for various tax years. We do not anticipate that any of these audits will result in a
material change in our financial position. We are no longer subject to U.S. federal examinations by tax authorities for years before
2011. With few exceptions, as of December 31, 2014, we are no longer subject to state examinations by taxing authorities for years
before 2009.
We had approximately $0.9 million and $2.2 million of total gross unrecognized tax benefits as of December 31, 2014 and 2013,
respectively. There were approximately $0.5 million and $1.3 million of unrecognized tax benefits that would affect the effective
tax rate in any future period at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. We believe that it is reasonably possible that
approximately $0.2 million of our currently remaining unrecognized tax benefits, each of which are individually insignificant, may
be recognized by the end of 2015 as a result of a lapse of the statute of limitations.
The following is a tabular reconciliation of unrecognized tax benefits (in thousands), the balance of which is included in other
long-term liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets:
December 31,
Beginning balance
Gross increases – current period tax positions
Gross decreases – current period tax positions
Gross increases – prior period tax positions
Gross decreases – prior period tax positions
Settlements with taxing authorities/lapse of statute of limitations
Ending balance
2014
2013
2012
$
$
2,231 $
—
(282)
—
(2)
(1,060)
887 $
2,315 $
363
(638)
508
(2)
(315)
2,231 $
2,339
1,017
(800)
4
(245)
—
2,315
We record interest on uncertain tax positions as interest expense in our consolidated statements of operations. During the years
ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, we recognized approximately $0.9 million of interest income, $0.1 million of interest
expense and $0.1 million of interest expense, respectively. Approximately $0.2 million and $1.0 million of accrued interest were
included in our uncertain tax position liability on the consolidated balance sheets at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
18. Commitments, Contingencies and Guarantees
Leases: Minimum rental commitments and minimum royalty requirements under all noncancellable operating leases, primarily
quarry property, in effect at December 31, 2014 were (in thousands):
Years Ending December 31,
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
Later years (through 2099)
Total
$
$
8,439
6,888
5,239
3,752
4,962
7,353
36,633
Operating lease rental expense was $10.6 million, $11.4 million and $9.8 million in 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
Performance Guarantees
We participate in various joint ventures and line item joint ventures under which each partner is responsible for performing certain
discrete items of the total scope of contracted work. See Note 1, Note 6 and Note 8 for further details.
Surety Bonds
We are generally required to provide various types of surety bonds that provide an additional measure of security under certain
public and private sector contracts. At December 31, 2014, $2.3 billion of our contract backlog was bonded. Performance bonds do
not have stated expiration dates; rather, we are generally released from the bonds after the owner accepts the work performed under
contract. The ability to maintain bonding capacity to support our current and future level of contracting requires that we maintain
cash and working capital balances satisfactory to our sureties.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
19. Legal Proceedings
In the ordinary course of business, we and our affiliates are involved in various legal proceedings alleging, among other things,
public liability issues or breach of contract or tortious conduct in connection with the performance of services and/or materials
provided, the various outcomes of which cannot be predicted with certainty. We and our affiliates are also subject to government
inquiries in the ordinary course of business seeking information concerning our compliance with government construction
contracting requirements and various laws and regulations, the outcomes of which cannot be predicted with certainty.
Some of the matters in which we or our joint ventures and affiliates are involved may involve compensatory, punitive, or other
claims or sanctions that, if granted, could require us to pay damages or make other expenditures in amounts that are not probable to
be incurred or cannot currently be reasonably estimated. In addition, in some circumstances our government contracts could be
terminated, we could be suspended, debarred or incur other administrative penalties or sanctions, or payment of our costs could be
disallowed. While any of our pending legal proceedings may be subject to early resolution as a result of our ongoing efforts to
settle, whether or when any legal proceeding will be resolved through settlement is neither predictable nor guaranteed.
Accordingly, it is possible that future developments in such proceedings and inquiries could require us to (i) adjust existing
accruals, or (ii) record new accruals that we did not originally believe to be probable or that could not be reasonably estimated.
Such changes could be material to our financial condition, results of operations and/or cash flows in any particular reporting
period. In addition to matters that are considered probable for which the loss can be reasonably estimated, we also disclose certain
matters where the loss is considered reasonably possible and is reasonably estimable.
Liabilities relating to legal proceedings and government inquiries, to the extent that we have concluded such liabilities are probable
and the amounts of such liabilities are reasonably estimable, are recorded on the consolidated balance sheets. The aggregate
liabilities recorded as of December 31, 2014 and 2013 related to these matters were approximately $9.7 million and $16.3 million,
respectively, and were primarily included in accrued expenses and other current liabilities. The aggregate range of possible loss
related to matters considered reasonably possible was zero to approximately $4.0 million as of December 31, 2014. Our view as to
such matters could change in future periods.
Investigation Related to Grand Avenue Project Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) Issues: On March 6, 2009, the U.S.
Department of Transportation, Office of Inspector General served upon our wholly-owned subsidiary, Granite Construction
Northeast, Inc. (“Granite Northeast”), a United States District Court, Eastern District of New York Grand Jury subpoena to produce
documents. The subpoena sought all documents pertaining to the use of a DBE firm (the “Subcontractor”), and the Subcontractor’s
use of a non-DBE subcontractor/consultant, on the Grand Avenue Bus Depot and Central Maintenance Facility for the Borough of
Queens Project (the “Grand Avenue Project”), a Granite Northeast project, that began in 2004 and was substantially complete in
2008. The subpoena also sought any documents regarding the use of the Subcontractor as a DBE on any other projects and any
other documents related to the Subcontractor or to the subcontractor/consultant. Granite Northeast produced the requested
documents, together with other requested information. Subsequently, Granite Northeast was informed by the Department of Justice
(“DOJ”) that it is a subject of an investigation, along with others, and that the DOJ believes that Granite Northeast’s claim of DBE
credit for the Subcontractor was improper. In addition to the documents produced in response to the Grand Jury subpoena, Granite
Northeast has provided requested information to the DOJ, along with other federal and state agencies (collectively the
“Agencies”), concerning other DBE entities for which Granite Northeast has historically claimed DBE credit. The Agencies have
informed Granite Northeast that they believe that the claimed DBE credit taken for some of those other DBE entities was improper.
Granite Northeast has met several times since January 2013 with the DOJ and the Agencies’ representatives to discuss the
government’s criminal investigation of the Grand Avenue Project participants, including Granite Northeast, and to discuss their
respective positions on, and potential resolution of, the issues raised in the investigation. In connection with this investigation,
Granite Northeast is subject to potential civil, criminal, and/or administrative penalties or sanctions, as well as additional future
DBE compliance activities and the costs associated therewith. Granite believes that the incurrence of some form of penalty or
sanction is probable, and has therefore recorded what it believes to be the most likely amount of liability it may incur on the
consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2014. Granite believes that it is reasonably possible that it may incur liability in
relation to this matter that is in excess of such accrual. The resolution of the matters under investigation will likely be in the form
of either a non-prosecution agreement or deferred prosecution agreement and could have direct or indirect consequences that could
have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations and/or liquidity.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
20. Business Segment Information
Prior to 2014, our business was organized into four reportable business segments. These business segments were: Construction,
Large Project Construction, Construction Materials and Real Estate. In the fourth quarter of 2014, we determined that the Real
Estate segment no longer met the requirements of a reportable business segment under ASC 280 and have eliminated it as a
segment for all periods presented.
The Construction segment performs various construction projects with a large portion of the work focused on new construction and
improvement of streets, roads, highways, bridges, site work, underground, power-related facilities, utilities and other infrastructure
projects. These projects are typically bid-build projects completed within two years with a contract value of less than $75 million.
The Large Project Construction segment focuses on large, complex infrastructure projects which typically have a longer duration
than our Construction segment work. These projects include major highways, mass transit facilities, bridges, tunnels, waterway
locks and dams, pipelines, canals, power-related facilities, utilities and airport infrastructure. This segment primarily includes bid-
build, design-build, construction management/general contractor contracts, together with various contract methods relating to
Public Private Partnerships, generally with contract values in excess of $75 million.
The Construction Materials segment mines and processes aggregates and operates plants that produce construction materials
for internal use and for sale to third parties. In addition, the Construction Materials segment includes real estate investment activity
that was not material for any of the periods presented. See the real estate investment balances as of each of the years presented in
Note 1.
The accounting policies of the segments are the same as those described in the Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (see
Note 1). We evaluate segment performance based on gross profit or loss, and do not include selling, general and administrative
expenses or non-operating income or expense. Segment assets include property and equipment, intangibles, goodwill, inventory
and equity in construction joint ventures.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Summarized segment information is as follows (in thousands):
Years Ended December 31,
2014
Total revenue from reportable segments
Elimination of intersegment revenue
Revenue from external customers
Gross profit
Depreciation, depletion and amortization
Segment assets
2013
Total revenue from reportable segments
Elimination of intersegment revenue
Revenue from external customers
Gross profit
Depreciation, depletion and amortization
Segment assets
2012
Total revenue from reportable segments
Elimination of intersegment revenue
Revenue from external customers
Gross profit
Depreciation, depletion and amortization
Segment assets
Construction
Large Project
Construction
Construction
Materials
Total
$
1,186,445 $
—
1,186,445
118,834
19,141
149,018
$
1,251,197 $
—
1,251,197
106,374
26,228
148,459
$
984,106 $
—
984,106
77,963
13,225
163,287
825,044 $
—
825,044
112,601
16,197
248,464
777,811 $
—
777,811
71,808
11,679
222,584
863,217 $
—
863,217
148,418
4,527
173,142
385,392 $
(121,611)
263,781
18,871
21,976
307,229
372,282 $
(134,389)
237,893
7,081
22,945
326,056
415,105 $
(179,391)
235,714
8,378
28,490
398,092
2,396,881
(121,611)
2,275,270
250,306
57,314
704,711
2,401,290
(134,389)
2,266,901
185,263
60,852
697,099
2,262,428
(179,391)
2,083,037
234,759
46,242
734,521
A reconciliation of segment gross profit to consolidated income (loss) before provision for (benefit from) income taxes is as
follows (in thousands):
Years Ended December 31,
Total gross profit from reportable segments
Selling, general and administrative expenses
Restructuring and impairment (gains) charges, net
Gain on sales of property and equipment
Other expense (income), net
Income (loss) before provision for (benefit from) income taxes
2014
2013
2012
$
$
250,306 $
203,821
(2,643)
(15,972)
9,503
55,597 $
185,263 $
199,946
52,139
(12,130 )
9,337
(64,029) $
234,759
185,099
(3,728)
(27,447)
(194)
81,029
A reconciliation of segment assets to consolidated total assets is as follows (in thousands):
December 31,
Total assets for reportable segments
Assets not allocated to segments:
Cash and cash equivalents
Short-term and long-term marketable securities
Receivables, net
Deferred income taxes
Other current assets
Property and equipment, net
Other noncurrent assets
Consolidated total assets
2014
2013
2012
$
704,711 $
697,099 $
734,521
255,961
102,067
310,934
53,231
60,615
45,188
87,787
1,620,494 $
229,121
117,202
313,598
55,874
65,674
54,330
84,257
1,617,155 $
321,990
111,430
325,529
36,687
67,726
50,857
80,747
1,729,487
$
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21. Acquisition
On December 28, 2012, we signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the outstanding shares of Kenny, a national
contractor and construction manager based in Northbrook, Illinois for $141.1 million. The acquisition was effective December 31,
2012 and was funded through cash on hand and $70.0 million of proceeds from borrowings under Granite’s existing revolving
credit facility - see Note 12 for further discussion of the borrowings. In accordance with the terms of the agreement, we paid post-
closing adjustments of $8.4 million during 2013. These post-closing adjustments are reflected in the purchase price above. The
purchase price included $13.0 million held in escrow for indemnification liabilities (as defined by the definitive agreement) that
was released by the end of the quarter ended September 30, 2014.
The acquired business operates under the name Kenny Construction Company as a wholly owned subsidiary of Granite
Construction Incorporated. Kenny operates in the tunneling, electrical power, underground and civil businesses. The underground
business utilizes cutting-edge trenchless construction technologies and processes. This acquisition expanded our presence in these
markets and has enabled us to leverage our capabilities and geographic footprint. We accounted for this transaction in accordance
with ASC Topic 805, Business Combinations (“ASC 805”).
Purchase Price Allocation
In accordance with ASC 805, a preliminary allocation of the purchase price was made to the net tangible and identifiable intangible
assets based on their estimated fair values as of December 31, 2012. During the year ended December 31, 2013, we adjusted the
preliminary values assigned to certain assets and liabilities to reflect additional information obtained by $0.4 million. The
following table presents the final adjusted purchase price allocation (in thousands):
Cash and cash equivalents
Receivables
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings
Inventories
Equity in construction joint ventures
Other current assets
Property and equipment, net
Identifiable intangible assets:
Acquired backlog
Customer relationships
Trade name
Total amount allocated to identifiable intangible assets
Accounts payable
Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
Non-controlling interests
Total identifiable net assets acquired
Goodwill
Total purchase price
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$
$
53,185
88,725
444
731
7,803
6,039
51,909
7,900
2,200
4,100
14,200
43,591
50,098
16,806
15,326
97,215
43,899
141,114
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - (Continued)
Intangible assets
Acquired intangible assets included backlog, customer relationships and trade name. We amortize the fair value of backlog
intangible assets based on the associated project’s percent complete, and use the straight-line method over the assets’ estimated
useful lives for other intangible assets. The estimated useful lives for backlog and customer relationships range from 1 to 8 years
and represent existing contracts and the underlying customer relationships. The estimated useful life of the trade names is 10 years.
The identifiable intangible assets are deductible for income tax purposes. We recorded amortization expense associated with the
acquired intangible assets as follows (in thousands):
Year Ended December 31,
Cost of revenue - Construction
Cost of revenue - Large Project Construction
Selling, general and administrative expenses
Total
2014
2013
$
$
— $
428
725
1,153 $
6,400
435
725
7,560
Goodwill
Goodwill represents the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of the underlying net tangible and intangible assets. The
factors that contributed to the recognition of goodwill from the acquisition of Kenny include acquiring a workforce with
capabilities in the power, tunnel and underground markets, cost savings opportunities and the significant synergies expected to
arise. The $43.9 million of goodwill that resulted from this acquisition is included in our Construction and Large Project
Construction segments - see Note 9. The goodwill is expected to be deductible for income tax purposes.
In connection with the acquisition, Kenny became a guarantor of our obligations under the Credit Agreement (as defined in Note
12) and outstanding senior notes and pledged substantially all of its assets to collateralize such obligations, in each case on
substantially the same terms as our other subsidiaries that are guarantors of such obligations.
Pro Forma Financial Information (unaudited)
The financial information in the table below summarizes the combined results of operations of Granite and Kenny, on a pro forma
basis, as though the companies had been combined as of the beginning of 2012 (in thousands, except per share amounts). The pro
forma financial information is presented for informational purposes only and is not indicative of the results of operations that
would have been achieved if the acquisition had taken place at the beginning of 2012.
Years Ended December 31,
Revenue
Net income including non-controlling interests
Net income attributable to Granite
Basic net income per share
Diluted net income per share
$
2012
2,388,790
82,914
58,225
1.50
1.48
These amounts have been calculated after applying Granite’s accounting policies and adjusting the results of Kenny to reflect the
additional depreciation and amortization that would have been recorded assuming the fair value adjustments to property and
equipment and intangible assets had been applied starting on January 1, 2011. The income tax expense related to Kenny for the
year ended December 31, 2012 was minimal due to its status as an S Corporation for income tax purposes. For purposes of this
pro forma financial information, the statutory tax rate of 39% was adjusted for estimated permanent items to arrive at 36%.
In 2013, Granite incurred $3.1 million of integration-related costs and in 2012 incurred $4.4 million of acquisition-related costs.
These expenses are included in selling, general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statement of operations for the
years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012.
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Quarterly Financial Data
The following table sets forth selected unaudited quarterly financial information for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013.
This information has been prepared on the same basis as the audited consolidated financial statements and, in the opinion of
management, contains all adjustments necessary for a fair statement thereof. Net income (loss) per share calculations are based on
the weighted average common shares outstanding for each period presented. Accordingly, the sum of the quarterly net income
(loss) per share amounts may not equal the per share amount reported for the year.
QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA
(unaudited - dollars in thousands, except per share data)
2014 Quarters Ended
Revenue
Gross profit
As a percent of revenue
Net income (loss)
As a percent of revenue
Net income (loss) attributable to Granite
As a percent of revenue
Net income (loss) per share attributable to
common shareholders:
Basic
Diluted
2013 Quarters Ended
Revenue
Gross profit
As a percent of revenue
Net income (loss)
As a percent of revenue
Net income (loss) attributable to Granite
As a percent of revenue
Net income (loss) per share attributable to
common shareholders:
Basic
Diluted
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
December 31, September 30,
$
719,764 $
589,789 $
79,791
13.5%
20,825 $
3.5%
16,976 $
2.9%
June 30,
585,870 $
82,415
14.1%
22,207 $
3.8%
13,641 $
2.3%
March 31,
379,847
21,408
5.6 %
(21,261)
(5.6)%
(20,553)
(5.4)%
66,692
9.3%
14,105 $
2.0%
15,282 $
2.1%
0.43 $
0.43 $
0.39 $
0.38 $
0.35 $
0.34 $
(0.53)
(0.53)
December 31, September 30,
$
$
739,752 $
598,099
49,751
8.3 %
(33,255) $
(5.6)%
(28,898) $
(4.8)%
June 30,
550,348 $
49,596
9.0%
1,782 $
0.3%
1,419 $
0.3%
March 31,
378,704
30,058
7.9 %
(19,826)
(5.2)%
(21,982)
(5.8)%
55,860
7.6%
6,532 $
0.9%
13,037 $
1.8%
(0.74) $
(0.74) $
0.34 $
0.33 $
0.04 $
0.04 $
(0.57)
(0.57)
Included in our net loss for the quarter ended December 31, 2013 and in connection with out EIP were restructuring charges of $49.0 million
related to the non-cash impairment of certain real estate development projects and certain non-performing quarry assets within the Construction
Materials segment. These restructuring charges included lease termination charges of $3.2 million. In the fourth quarter of 2014, we were
released from the lease obligation and recorded a $1.3 million restructuring gain. Also included in the 2013 fourth quarter was a $3.2 million non-
cash impairment charge related to our process of continually optimizing our assets separate from the EIP. In the fourth quarter of 2014, this asset
was sold resulting in a $1.3 million impairment gain.
F- 45
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report
to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
By: /s/ Laurel J. Krzeminski
Laurel J. Krzeminski
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)
Date: February 27, 2015
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below on February 27, 2015, by the
following persons on behalf of the Registrant in the capacities indicated.
/s/ James H. Roberts
James H. Roberts, President and Chief Executive Officer
/s/ William H. Powell
William H. Powell, Chairman of the Board and Director
/s/ Claes G. Bjork
Claes G. Bjork, Director
/s/ James W. Bradford
James W. Bradford, Director
/s/ Gary M. Cusumano
Gary M. Cusumano, Director
/s/ William G. Dorey
William G. Dorey, Director
/s/ David H. Kelsey
David H. Kelsey, Director
/s/ Rebecca A. McDonald
Rebecca A. McDonald, Director
/s/ Gaddi Vasquez
Gaddi Vasquez, Director
SCHEDULE II
GRANITE CONSTRUCTION INCORPORATED
SCHEDULE OF VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS
(in thousands)
Description
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2014
Allowance for doubtful accounts
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2013
Allowance for doubtful accounts
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2012
Allowance for doubtful accounts
Balance at
Beginning of
Year
Charged to
Expenses or
Other Accounts,
Net
Deductions and
Adjustments1
Balance at End
of Year
2,513
2,749
2,880
97
944
135
(2,319)
(1,180)
(266)
291
2,513
2,749
1 Deductions and adjustments for the allowances primarily relate to accounts written off.
S-1
Exhibit No.
Exhibit Description
INDEX TO 10-K EXHIBITS
2.1
3.1
3.2
10.1
10.2
10.2.a
10.3
*
Stock Purchase Agreement, dated December 28, 2012, by and between Granite Construction Incorporated
and Kenny Industries, Inc. [Exhibit 2.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K filed on January 4, 2013]
* Certificate of Incorporation of Granite Construction Incorporated, as amended [Exhibit 3.1.b to the
Company’s Form 10-Q for quarter ended June 30, 2006]
* Amended Bylaws of Granite Construction Incorporated [Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K filed on
November 15, 2011]
*
**
*
**
*
**
Key Management Deferred Compensation Plan II, as amended and restated [Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s
Form 10-Q for quarter ended March 31, 2010]
Granite Construction Incorporated Amended and Restated 1999 Equity Incentive Plan as Amended and
Restated [Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 10-Q for quarter ended June 30, 2009]
Amendment No. 1 to the Granite Construction Incorporated Amended and Restated 1999 Equity Incentive
Plan [Exhibit 10.2.a to the Company’s Form 10-K for year ended December 31, 2009]
* Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated October 11, 2012, by and among Granite Construction
Incorporated, Granite Construction Company, GILC Incorporated, the lenders party thereto and Bank of
America, N.A., as Administrative Agent, Collateral Agent, Swing Line Lender and L/C Issuer. [Exhibit
10.1 to the Company’s Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2012]
10.3.a
* Amended and Restated Security Agreement, dated October 11, 2012, by and among Granite Construction
Incorporated, Granite Construction Company, GILC Incorporated, the guarantors party thereto and Bank of
America, N.A., as Collateral Agent. [Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Form 8-K filed on October 16, 2012]
10.4
10.5
* Amended and Restated Securities Pledge Agreement, dated October 11, 2012, by and among Granite
Construction Incorporated, Granite Construction Company, GILC Incorporated, the guarantors party
thereto and Bank of America, N.A., as Collateral Agent. [Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Form 8-K filed on
October 16, 2012]
* Amended and Restated Guaranty Agreement, dated October 11, 2012, by and among Granite Construction
Incorporated, the guarantors party thereto and Bank of America, N.A., as Administrative Agent. [Exhibit
10.4 to the Company’s Form 8-K filed on October 16, 2012]
10.6
*
Intercreditor and Collateral Agency Agreement, dated October 11, 2012, by and among Granite
Construction Incorporated, for itself and on behalf of certain of its subsidiaries, Bank of America, N.A., as
Collateral Agent and the secured creditors party thereto. [Exhibit 10.5 to the Company’s Form 8-K filed on
October 16, 2012]
10.7
* Note Purchase Agreement between Granite Construction Incorporated and Certain Purchasers dated
December 12, 2007 [Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K filed January 31, 2008]
10.8
10.9
10.10
10.11
*
*
*
*
First Amendment to the Note Purchase Agreement, dated October 11, 2012, between Granite Construction
Incorporated and the holders of the 2019 Notes party thereto. [Exhibit 10.7 to the Company’s Form 10-Q
for the quarter ended September 30, 2012]
Subsidiary Guaranty Agreement from the Subsidiaries of Granite Construction Incorporated as Guarantors
of the Guaranty of Notes and Note Agreement and the Guaranty of Payment and Performance dated
December 12, 2007 [Exhibit 10.10 to the Company’s Form 10-K for year ended December 31, 2007]
International Swap Dealers Association, Inc. Master Agreement between BNP Paribas and Granite
Construction Incorporated dated as of February 10, 2003 [Exhibit 10.5 to the Company’s Form 10-Q for
quarter ended June 30, 2003]
International Swap Dealers Association, Inc. Master Agreement between BP Products North America Inc.
and Granite Construction Incorporated dated as of May 15, 2009 [Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Form 10-
Q for quarter ended September 30, 2009]
Exhibit No.
Exhibit Description
10.12
10.13
10.14
10.15
10.16
10.17
10.18
10.19
10.20
10.21
10.22
10.23
10.24
10.25
10.26
10.27
10.28
*
*
*
International Swap Dealers Association, Inc. Master Agreement between Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. and
Granite Construction Incorporated dated as of May 22, 2009 [Exhibit 10.4 to the Company’s Form 10-Q
for quarter ended September 30, 2009]
International Swap Dealers Association, Inc. Master Agreement between Merrill Lynch Commodities, Inc.
and Granite Construction Incorporated dated as of May June 2, 2009 [Exhibit 10.5 to the Company’s Form
10-Q for quarter ended September 30, 2009]
International Swap Dealers Association, Inc. Master Agreement and Credit Support Annex between Shell
Energy north America (US), L.P. and Granite Construction Incorporated dated as of March 16, 2010
[Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2010]
*
**
Form of Amended and Restated Director and Officer Indemnification Agreement [Exhibit 10.10 to the
Company’s Form 10-K for year ended December 31, 2002]
*
**
*
**
Executive Retention and Severance Plan II effective as of March 9, 2011 [Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s
Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2011]
Form of Restricted Stock Agreement effective March 2010 [Exhibit 10.18 to the Company’s Form 10-K for
the year ended December 31, 2010]
*
**
Form of Non-employee Director Stock Option Agreement as amended and effective April 7, 2006 [Exhibit
10.19 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010]
*
**
*
**
Form of Restricted Stock Units Agreement effective January 1, 2010 [Exhibit 10.20 to the Company’s
Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010]
Form of Non-employee Director Restricted Stock Units Agreement effective January 1, 2010 [Exhibit
10.21 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010]
*
**
Granite Construction Incorporated Annual Incentive Plan effective January 1, 2010, as amended [Exhibit
10.25 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011]
*
**
*
**
*
**
*
**
*
**
Amendment No. 2 to the Granite Construction Incorporated Annual Incentive Plan effective January 1,
2012 [Exhibit 10.25 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011]
Granite Construction Incorporated Long Term Incentive Plan effective January 1, 2010, as amended
[Exhibit 10.25 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011]
Amendment No. 2 to the Granite Construction Incorporated Long Term Incentive Plan effective January 1,
2012 [Exhibit 10.25 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011]
Granite Construction Incorporated 2012 Equity Incentive Plan [Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K
filed on May 25, 2012]
Form of Non-Employee Director Restricted Stock Unit Agreement effective May 22, 2012 [Exhibit 10.2 to
the Company’s Form 8-K filed on May 25, 2012]
*
**
Granite Construction Incorporated NEO LTIP Awards Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement (Vesting
on Date of Grant) [Exhibit 10.30 to the Company's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2012]
*
**
Granite Construction Incorporated NEO LTIP Awards Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement (3 Year
Vesting Schedule) [Exhibit 10.31 to the Company's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2012]
10.31
* Amendment No. 2 and Waiver to Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of March 3, 2014
[Exhibit 10.31 to the Company's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013]
10.32
*
Second Amendment to Note Purchase Agreement, dated as of March 3, 2014 [Exhibit 10.32 to the
Company's Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013]
21
†
List of Subsidiaries of Granite Construction Incorporated
Exhibit No.
Exhibit Description
23.1
31.1
31.2
32
95
† Consent of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
† Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
† Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
†† Certification of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as
adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
† Mine Safety Disclosure
101.INS
† XBRL Instance Document
101.SCH
† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema
101.CAL
† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase
101.DEF
† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase
101.LAB
† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase
101.PRE
† XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase
* Incorporated by reference
** Compensatory plan or management contract
† Filed herewith
†† Furnished herewith
Corporate Information
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OFFICERS
FORM 10-K
William H. Powell
Chairman of the Board
Retired Chairman and Chief Executive Officer,
National Starch and Chemical Company
James H. Roberts
President and Chief Executive Officer,
Granite Construction Incorporated
Claes G. Bjork
Retired Chief Executive Officer,
Skanska AB, Sweden
James W. Bradford
Retired Dean and Ralph Owen Professor for
the Practice of Management, Owen School of
Management, Vanderbilt University
Gary M. Cusumano
Retired Chairman,
The Newhall Land and Farming Company
William G. Dorey
Retired President and Chief Executive Officer,
Granite Construction Incorporated
David H. Kelsey
Chief Financial Officer,
Elevance Renewable Sciences, Inc.
Rebecca A. McDonald
Retired Chief Executive Officer,
Laurus Energy Inc.
Gaddi H. Vasquez
Senior Vice President of
Government Affairs,
Edison International and
Southern California Edison
ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS
Granite’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders will
be held at 10:30 a.m. PDT on June 4, 2015, at
the Monterey Plaza Hotel, 400 Cannery Row,
Monterey, CA 93940. Proxy materials are avail-
able on our website at graniteconstruction.com
or upon written request to:
Investor Relations
Granite Construction Incorporated
Box 50085
Watsonville, CA 95077-5085
James H. Roberts
President and Chief Executive Officer
Christopher S. Miller
Executive Vice President and
Chief Operating Officer
Laurel J. Krzeminski
Senior Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
A copy of the company’s Annual Report on
Form 10-K, which is filed with the Securities and
Exchange Commission, is available free of charge
on our website or upon written request to:
Investor Relations
Granite Construction Incorporated
Box 50085
Watsonville, CA 95077-5085
Philip M. DeCocco
Senior Vice President of Human Resources
INDEPENDENT REGISTERED
PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
Michael F. Donnino
Senior Vice President and Group Manager
Martin P. Matheson
Senior Vice President and Group Manager
James D. Richards
Senior Vice President and Group Manager
Michael E. Stoecker
Senior Vice President and Group Manager
Richard A. Watts
Senior Vice President, General Counsel,
Corporate Compliance Officer and Secretary
Jigisha Desai
Vice President, Treasurer and
Assistant Financial Officer
Bradley G. Graham
Vice President, Controller and
Assistant Financial Officer
DIVIDEND POLICY
The Company’s Board of Directors has declared
a quarterly cash dividend of $0.13 per share of
common stock payable on April 15, 2015, to
shareholders of record as of March 31, 2015.
Declaration and payment of dividends are at
sole discretion of the Board, subject to limi-
tations imposed by Delaware law, and will
depend on the company’s earnings, capital
requirements, financial condition, and other
such factors as the Board deems relevant.
ELECTRONIC DEPOSIT OF DIVIDENDS
Registered holders may have their quarterly
dividends deposited to their checking or savings
account free of charge. Call Computershare
at (877) 520-8549 for U.S. residents, or
(732) 491-0616 for non U.S. residents to enroll.
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REGISTRAR AND TRANSFER AGENT
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COMPANY CONTACT
Ronald E. Botoff
Director of Investor Relations
(831) 728-7532
Ronald.Botoff@gcinc.com
CERTIFICATIONS
Granite’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and
Chief Financial Officer have each submitted
certifications concerning the accuracy of finan-
cial and other information in Granite’s Annual
Report on Form 10-K, as required by Section
302(a) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
After our 2015 Annual Meeting of Shareholders,
we intend to file with the New York Stock
Exchange (NYSE) the CEO certification regarding
our compliance with the NYSE’s corporate gov-
ernance listing standards as required by NYSE
Rule 303A.12(a). Last year’s certification was
filed on June 26, 2014.
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