Construction Engineering Sector To End 2023 On A High Note

  • Editorial Team
  • Construction Career Outlook
  • 5 December 2023

The construction engineering region in the U.S. is surrounded by the news of a 5% hike by the end of 2023. Let’s find out if the FMI (Financial Modeling Institute In Toronto) report is actually on the path of crossing $1.9 trillion with a 5% increment.

The rapid growth in manufacturing operations in terms of residential and commercial projects is further boosting the industry as per FMI’s 2023 North American Engineering and Construction Report. 

However, back in 2022, FMI predicted a recession that lasted in the first half of 223. However, the demand for development operations accompanied by government aid is making the industry bloom again. Having said that, it’s good news for heavy equipment suppliers as companies are shifting towards buying used heavy machinery.

The Increased Trajectory Of the Construction Engineering Sector

According to FMI, the coming three years will turn fruitful in terms of double-digit growth for several construction companies. Especially the contractors who incline toward road development, residential, and commercial projects, drainage systems, and other development operations.

However, the report further predicts that residential projects of single-family may face a decline by 2026. Still, a reasonably increased trajectory in the construction engineering sector will be seen. Therefore, industry experts advise smart contractors to own a unique perspective away from conventional development approaches to reach higher heights.

FMI predicts that to eliminate the effect of inflation in the past years, the years from 2023 to 2028 will serve as the five most revenue-generating years in the construction engineering sector since 1965. Additionally, a hike of 47% is seen in the residential sector in terms of development from the pre-pandemic year i.e. 2019.

The Influence On Other Sectors

The coming years on the residential and commercial projects will also bring a 5% hike. The increasing projects will automatically increase the demand for heavy construction equipment.

This demand will open greater doors of opportunities for heavy construction suppliers. The increased demand for used heavy equipment by 20% in North America will be observed for the traders and suppliers.

In comparison, the transportation construction sector is predicted to see an economic hike of 20% in the upcoming three years. The manufacturing sector will witness a decline of 13% in the coming years followed by a 50% expansion in the next two years.

Manufacturers’s Take On The Sector Growth

The main growth of the construction engineering sector is seen after the outbreak of smart technology that produced 18 diverse chipmaking amenities.

However, key heavy equipment manufacturers across different segments are busy developing innovative equipment-building methods based on the “less input and more output” principle.

Moreover, the recent consumer demands put forward by users include energy-saving features, electric vehicles, and smart semiconductors. This gives manufacturers and heavy equipment suppliers a bigger ground to showcase their skills and make greater finances out of it.

Increase Sales Amid High Demands: 4 Financing Tips For Heavy Equipment Suppliers

In the ocean of several suppliers, you need to plan your heavy equipment sales uniquely to attract more consumers. Suppliers that offer strategic financing options are more likely to crack a deal in a shorter duration. Following are some of the tips by financing experts that you can follow to excel in the upcoming increasing consumer demands;

Hiring A Lender

Connecting with a professional lender will make you focus on other business goals while they manage the legal approvals. Moreover, as a supplier, it will be a plus point to facilitate your customer with a lender yourself rather than them finding a separate lender on their own.

Offering Financing Serice In Early Stage

Heavy equipment suppliers who offer quality used heavy machinery with financing options are a win-win choice for buyers. Conversely, your knowledge about financing will make them trust your skills as a supplier more.

Customizable Financing Option

Clients love sellers that offer a flexible financing package as per their business needs. They will appreciate the ease you provide them in finance approvals and will return back as loyal buyers.

Credit Application System

Want to turn viewers into buyers? Offer your heavy machinery buyers with credit application option. This will give buyers the chance to directly communicate their finance needs with you and you can resolve it promptly as a responsible seller.

What’s Coming Up Next?

As per FMI, the housing and transportation developments will increase in the coming years. It will be backed up by consumer demands, increased heavy equipment needs, and government funds for infrastructural development.

However, expansion in nonbuilding and civil sectors will also commence by the end of 2023 and propel in the first half of 2024.

The years 2026 and 2027 will prove as big years in the history of infrastructure mega projects.

Nonetheless, with growing opportunities, heavy equipment manufacturers, suppliers along contractors will need to offer efficient technologies to overcome midway challenges.