The paragraph is an introduction to Quanta Services' first quarter 2025 earnings call. The operator welcomes participants and informs them the call is in a listen-only mode until the Q&A session. Kip Rupp, Vice President of Investor Relations, then introduces the call, noting the press release of the first quarter results and additional financial commentary available on the company's website. The call aims to provide more time for questions by minimizing management's prepared remarks. It is stated that information shared is accurate only as of May 1, 2025, and includes forward-looking statements protected under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

The paragraph discusses Quanta Services' financial performance and outlook during their first quarter 2025 earnings conference call. It warns against overly relying on forward-looking statements due to inherent risks and uncertainties. Quanta reported strong growth in revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and adjusted earnings per share, along with a record backlog of $35.3 billion. Consequently, the company has raised its full-year 2025 expectations for these financial metrics. Quanta's success is attributed to its skilled labor force, strategic investments, and commitment to safety, quality, and execution excellence. The paragraph also encourages signing up for email alerts and following the company's social media for updates.

The paragraph highlights Quanta's strategic approach to maintaining leadership in expanding markets by investing in talent, technology, and complementary businesses. Quanta differentiates itself through a comprehensive, solution-based approach that integrates craft labor with engineering and technology expertise, fostering strategic customer relationships and delivering high value. As demand grows for resilient electric grids, power generation, and energy infrastructure, Quanta's proven track record and diversified strategy enable it to navigate industry changes and sustain profitable growth. With significant financial liquidity, Quanta is well-positioned to thrive amid the ongoing transformation of the energy and infrastructure sectors.

The paragraph discusses growing power demand in the U.S. driven by new technologies, manufacturing policies, and energy needs, leading to significant investments in high-voltage transmission infrastructure. Quanta Services is positioned to capitalize on these opportunities due to its strong execution and solution-based approach. Quanta's CFO, Jayshree Desai, reports strong first-quarter financial results for the company, including $6.2 billion in revenue, $144 million in net income, and adjusted diluted earnings per share of $1.78. The company also achieved $504 million in adjusted EBITDA and healthy cash flows, reflecting continued growth since 2020 through both organic growth and disciplined acquisitions and share repurchases.

The paragraph discusses the company's improved credit ratings and the positive impact on borrowing costs, liquidity, and financing options, which strengthens its financial position and growth strategy. It highlights an increase in projected 2025 revenues, adjusted EBITDA, and earnings per share due to strong performance and market momentum. The company has mitigated exposure to cost increases from tariffs through contract terms and is working with customers to optimize costs and growth. It is also proactively adjusting its supply chain through strategic purchases and partnerships, considering potential delays due to changes in the Inflation Reduction Act. Overall, it anticipates minimal impact on capital plans from policy changes, thanks to its experienced renewable energy customers.

The paragraph discusses the increasing demand for power and the resulting need for renewable energy solutions and storage. The company is confident in its multiyear growth expectations and is working with customers to navigate policy and regulatory changes by offering engineering, procurement, and manufacturing solutions. It highlights its commitment to long-term strategies and partnership approaches, as well as recent stock repurchases totaling $135 million, with $365 million remaining under the authorization. The company plans to continue stock repurchases and strategic investments to boost shareholder returns. Additional details about its 2025 financial guidance and revenue growth opportunities can be found on its investor relations website. The company's strategies emphasize delivering solutions across various markets and leveraging the strength of its portfolio. The paragraph ends by inviting questions.

In the paragraph, during a Q&A session, Ameet Thakkar from BMO Capital Markets asks about the Long Island Power Authority's decision not to select the company as the grid operator and whether this was included in their guidance for the year. Duke Austin responds, explaining that while it was not part of their guidance, they see such opportunities, like in Puerto Rico, as viable options for the future. He mentions that the management team had recommended Quanta, but the Board didn't follow this recommendation without providing remedies. Austin plans to address the Board's concerns and remains open to similar opportunities in other jurisdictions, highlighting that these initiatives help the company differentiate itself in the market.

In the paragraph, Duke Austin discusses the importance of high-voltage transmission to support power generation and the overall stability of the grid. He compares the grid's capacity to a freeway system, emphasizing the need for adequate transmission infrastructure to prevent bottlenecks. Despite macroeconomic uncertainties, Austin remains optimistic about the demand for transmission projects, citing firm demand and recent developments, such as a big line approval in Texas. He also expresses skepticism about off-grid solutions.

In the paragraph, Duke Austin discusses the state of grid expansion for utility customers, comparing it to major transmission expansions in the 1970s. He notes that North America hasn't recouped investments quickly but transmission is crucial for customers. Andy Kaplowitz thanks Duke, and the operator facilitates the next question from Joe Osha of Guggenheim Partners. Osha asks about the impact of tariffs on solar module imports. Duke Austin responds that their customer base hasn't been affected, and though they're monitoring the situation, any shifts in timing are manageable due to the company's adaptable portfolio.

The paragraph features a discussion during a call where individuals address the company's performance amid challenges like tariffs and potential impacts on renewable energy projects due to grid interconnection issues. Duke Austin, responding to Philip Shen's question, expresses confidence in the company's ability to cope with incoming challenges, including potential tariffs and interconnection problems posed by undecommissioned coal plants. Shen inquires about the implications of these challenges on their backlog and whether expectations for renewable construction starts in 2025 have changed; Austin reassures that the forecast remains steady and optimistic, with continued strong performance in solar, wind, and battery projects.

The paragraph is a discussion during an investor call, where Philip is asked by Jamie Cook from Truist Securities about the company's targeted margin range for their electric infrastructure business. Philip mentions the necessity of focusing on renewables for quick power access in the next few years, although natural gas will still be a key part of the energy grid, and coal investments have declined. Jamie Cook congratulates the company on winning a transmission upgrade contract and questions whether the shift towards larger capital expenditure projects could lead to higher profit margins over the next 12 to 24 months, despite the company not wanting to provide long-term guidance on this matter.

In the paragraph, Duke Austin responds to questions about the company's performance and future outlook. He indicates that while training costs for new employees might affect margins, the company is still scaling effectively and executing well, with material pull-through occurring at consistent margins. He emphasizes their aim to be a comprehensive solution provider within the supply chain and suggests that Cupertino is outperforming expectations ahead of schedule, contributing positively to their business. Austin regards Cupertino as one of the top five acquisitions for its scalability and alignment with company goals.

The paragraph discusses the opportunities and synergies in the technology and utility sectors. The speaker notes a significant total addressable market globally, particularly in North America, and mentions that their current technology backlog is less than 5%. There's optimism about capturing more opportunities in this space. Following this, Ati Modak from Goldman Sachs inquires about the visibility of larger transmission projects, their stages, and the impact on revenue and margins. Duke Austin responds by emphasizing the strong potential of the transmission sector, refuting claims that generation will replace transmission, and highlights early stages of large transmission projects across the U.S.

In the paragraph, Steven Fisher from UBS asks Duke Austin about the company's solution strategy and M&A outlook. Duke responds that while they can't predict the timing of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), they are interested in companies that align with their strategic goals and will pursue opportunities that arise. Despite potential acquisitions, the company is not worried about its balance sheet. Duke also mentions their recent stock buyback and states their intention to acquire great companies when possible. Regarding the "white space," Duke explains that by integrating various service lines to provide comprehensive solutions, they are addressing areas where their customers face challenges.

In the paragraph, Duke Austin discusses the company's approach to offering multiple service lines, such as engineering and procurement, tailored to each customer's specific needs. The company emphasizes collaboration and aims to be deeply integrated into clients' operations, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget using their own labor force. Austin highlights the company's ability to self-perform 85% of its business, offering clients reliability and investment-grade certainty. He expresses confidence in the company's ability to tackle new projects, specifically referencing the Texas 765 kV plan. Austin indicates that the company has a strong track record in this area and anticipates booking work for this project in the third or early fourth quarter.

In this segment, Steve Fleishman asks Duke Austin about the reasons for raising the midpoint guidance for the year, questioning if it's due to the first-quarter performance exceeding expectations. Duke Austin explains that the decision was based on their overall positive outlook for the year, noting a strong first quarter and an expectation of favorable developments. He expresses confidence in business performance and potential opportunities, despite remaining cautious about the latter half of the year. The conversation then shifts to Mike Dudas, who inquires about the strategic benefits of Duke's increased supply chain access for their clients and the dynamics of the market. Duke Austin responds, highlighting a strategic acquisition, specifically mentioning that they purposefully acquired U.S.-based transformers to enhance their supply chain.

The paragraph discusses concerns about the presence of Chinese transformers in utility systems, leading to a shift towards U.S.-based transformers from a 100-year-old company in Pittsburgh with significant intellectual property. The company is not aiming to be a manufacturer but to improve its supply chain and client solutions through strong relationships with other manufacturers. By continuing to refine their process, they hope to improve both internally and externally, expanding their business. After Duke Austin's comments, Justin Hauke from Robert W. Baird asks about the size and scope of a newly announced 500 kV line project, particularly in comparison to the SunZia project that is wrapping up.

The paragraph is a conversation during a financial earnings call. Jayshree Desai confirms that the two acquisitions announced last quarter are included in the current guidance, with no additional acquisitions taking place. Duke Austin provides an update on the LADWP line, mentioning it's a public project worth over $1 billion and stating that permitting is on target for completion by 2026. Adam Thalhimer asks about the pipeline market, and Duke notes potential opportunities due to government support for more pipeline infrastructure, indicating a possible recovery for large pipelines by 2026, especially in relation to natural gas supply and demand.

In the article, Duke Austin discusses the challenges of building linear construction pipelines and expresses reluctance to take on the risks associated with natural gas generation EPC projects due to the uncertainties around new turbines. Despite having built such projects before, the company prefers to avoid high-risk ventures and focus on growing the business safely. Sangita Jain from KeyBanc inquires about the workforce challenges in natural gas projects and whether the company would consider expanding into that area. Additionally, Jayshree Desai clarifies that their current revenue performance and book-to-bill ratio are not indicative of a customer trend toward faster turnaround projects, but rather reflect normal timing around their backlog.

The paragraph discusses the increasing backlog of projects and strong customer relationships, highlighting consistent growth across project-based MSA (Master Service Agreement) work. Duke Austin notes that the work is programmatic and often involves book-to-bill activities within a few months. This pattern is observed across most businesses, with expectations for record-level backlogs due to programmatic MSA renewals. Drew Chamberlain from JPMorgan inquires about the power generation backlog, specifically solar, storage, and wind, and how customer conversations have evolved since new tariffs were announced, particularly concerning storage. Duke Austin expresses concern about the impact of tariffs on future projects but remains optimistic about supply and demand visibility beyond 2026.

The paragraph discusses the necessity of incorporating renewables like solar and wind into the energy supply to meet demand effectively. It emphasizes that large-scale solar projects, complemented by batteries for peak shaving, present an economically viable solution. The text highlights the flexibility and cost-efficiency of using a combination of natural gas, solar, wind, and batteries. It notes the importance of evaluating the cost of different energy sources and suggests maintaining a blend of energy forms, as has been done in the past. The speaker expresses confidence in their strategy, indicating that while wind projects have decreased, solar and battery projects are robust. Following this, Drew Chamberlain thanks the operator and a new question begins from Brian Brophy regarding technology and load center buckets, questioning whether Cupertino is involved.

In the discussion, Jayshree Desai and Duke Austin highlight the robust growth driven by Cupertino's efforts and Quanta's legacy work in sectors like electric work, data centers, and semiconductors. They mention a projected $300 billion spending on technology infrastructure this year, with more expected next year. Laura Maher from B. Riley asks about the stages of data center builds and the underground business related to potential policy shifts. Austin responds that there's significant opportunity in large diameter pipes and natural gas, noting the sustained role of natural gas amidst a varied energy strategy that includes both electric and natural gas options.

The paragraph discusses Canada's current economic situation and future potential for growth, particularly in the context of tariffs and the need for infrastructure and energy development. The speaker expresses optimism about Canada's market bouncing back in the coming years. Additionally, the conversation shifts to data center growth in the U.S., highlighting broad-based activity across various states, including Ohio, Indiana, Virginia, Arizona, and even California, where building data centers is economically viable. The call concludes with gratitude expressed to the company's employees for their contributions.

The paragraph expresses gratitude to participants of a conference call, acknowledging their questions and continued interest in Quanta Services, and concludes the call.

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