{"id":20390,"date":"2023-06-20T11:08:27","date_gmt":"2023-06-20T15:08:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.foundationsoft.com\/?p=20390"},"modified":"2025-04-14T13:51:59","modified_gmt":"2025-04-14T17:51:59","slug":"the-issue-of-backlogs-in-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foundationsoft.com\/learn\/the-issue-of-backlogs-in-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"The Issue of Backlogs in 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As we move through quarter two of 2023, I\u2019m particularly interested in monitoring contractors\u2019 backlogs. A backlog refers to the amount of work, measured in a cash value or time, that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foundationsoft.com\/learn\/2025-accounting-best-practices-for-contractors\/\">construction companies<\/a> are contracted to do in the future. Every company needs some degree of backlog to acquire financing and ensure there\u2019s always work coming down the pipeline.<\/p>\n<p>The concern is that backlogs are becoming more unstable. And the way I see it, this unsteadiness is because of a domino effect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The construction industry has been dealing with a labor shortage since 2008 and the impact is being heavily felt right now, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/li>\n<li>With the threat of a recession looming, the economy has started to tighten up, reducing funding for projects and additional hiring.<\/li>\n<li>Owners are entertaining the prospect of lessening their workload to balance their lack of manpower.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/job-costing-ultimate-guide\/\" class=\"blog-cta-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/FSL-blog-post-ad-ultimate-guide.png\" alt=\"UG to Job Costing\" title=\"UG to Job Costing\"><\/a>\n<p>As Construction Dive states, \u201cLabor gaps are affecting project timelines as well as how much work contractors and engineers can take on: 58% of civil contractors said they are turning down work due to a shortage of skilled workers.\u201d<a href=\"#_ftn1\" name=\"_ftnref1\">[1]<\/a> This shortage has owners entertaining the idea of slowing their bidding\u2014 and less work causes weakening backlogs.<\/p>\n<p>Based on the present economic outlook, the need for steady backlogs is critical. My concern for the rest of 2023, even potentially heading into 2024, is that most companies may be incapable of keeping a backlog steady.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Are Backlogs Becoming Unsteady? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There are three pieces to this backlog puzzle. The first piece involves the tightening of the economy. With a significant drop in economic activity, aspects of the industry are beginning to decelerate: the wait for suppliers to provide pricing is too long, third parties and subcontractors are unavailable, prices of materials are inflated and there are supply chain delays.<a href=\"#_ftn2\" name=\"_ftnref2\">[2]<\/a> Without access to necessary information, contractors are forced to submit bids late or not at all.<\/p>\n<p>The second piece is financing. If a backlog is too low, a company is considered high risk. With the current economic issues, banks are becoming more risk-averse and being meticulous with what projects they choose to fund. The problem with this is the number of projects is rising, and so are the costs to complete them, while backlog numbers decline.<a href=\"#_ftn3\" name=\"_ftnref3\">[3]<\/a><\/p>\n<p>An example of this decline in backlogs can be represented by the Construction Backlog Indicator (CBI) developed by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) which is updated monthly. The CBI is designed to calculate a backlog percentage across the industry by <em>quantifying the previous month\u2019s work under contract based on the latest financials available<\/em>. Currently, the backlog indicator is at the lowest it has been since August of 2022 with 8.7 for the month of March.<a href=\"#_ftn4\" name=\"_ftnref4\">[4]<\/a> This number isn\u2019t bad, but it does indicate an industry-wide decline in future projects for contractors.<\/p>\n<p>I think the greatest piece of this puzzle comes down to a lack of manpower. The labor force is experiencing a crisis, and it\u2019s impacting contractors\u2019 confidence in their ability to complete a project.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Isn\u2019t There Enough Labor? \u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To say it as simply as possible, there just aren\u2019t enough bodies to do the work required for a construction project. There\u2019s been a shortage of labor in the industry since 2008\u2019s Great Recession<a href=\"#_ftn5\" name=\"_ftnref5\">[5]<\/a> which was then exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequently \u201cThe Great Resignation\u201d (the mass exodus of workers from the labor force throughout 2021 and 2022).<a href=\"#_ftn6\" name=\"_ftnref6\">[6]<\/a><\/p>\n<p>With fewer workers available, construction projects are taking longer, meaning more prolonged costs.<a href=\"#_ftn7\" name=\"_ftnref7\">[7]<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Further aggravating this labor force problem in 2023 is the issue of inflation. Both materials and shipping costs are experiencing radically inflated prices. Combined with this, the \u201cnew generation\u201d also desires a higher starting pay and more significant benefits while the \u201cold generation\u201d requires higher rates for their experience. But the inflated prices cut into the overall profit margin of a company and make it all but impossible to raise labor rates.<\/p>\n<p>The number of open positions available has been growing. And current workers are becoming increasingly frustrated because rising supply chain issues are disrupting payroll. <a href=\"#_ftn8\" name=\"_ftnref8\">[8]<\/a> These factors all indicate that the industry will not be able to sustain this prolonged loss for long.<\/p>\n<p>This shift in the labor force should compel the industry to rethink how and what their workers need. As ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu stated, \u201cWith many industries outside of construction also competing for increasingly scarce labor, the industry must take drastic steps to ensure future workforce demands are met.\u201d<a href=\"#_ftn9\" name=\"_ftnref9\">[9]<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>How Can Contractors Stay Prepared? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Before panic sets in, there are things contractors can do to stabilize their company. My advice is to focus on what you can control right now: manage your backlog with intention and hire smart.<\/p>\n<p>Strategies for managing backlog:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Monitor The Industry:<\/strong> Changes that affect others may eventually affect you too. If you start seeing a shift in your trade(s), bolster your backlog as best you can. Monitor the industry trends using ABC\u2019s Construction Backlog Indicator and keep up on the news cycle.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Watch Your Cash Flow:<\/strong> Look at your budget and cut costs where necessary. If you\u2019re able to secure additional work try to do so or if you notice you\u2019ll have a slower month, tighten up your spending. Be sure to stay on top of your cash flow both company-wide and by project. Make sure you have cash on hand to cover expected and unexpected events.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Understand Your Limitations:<\/strong> Know what you can and can\u2019t handle. You may want to take the jobs that are big, but you must watch your cash flow to ensure you\u2019re capable of handling it. The money coming in and going out may not be enough to fund the job during its lifecycle, although the job may be profitable when paid for at completion.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Strategies for bringing balance to the labor force: <a href=\"#_ftn10\" name=\"_ftnref10\">[10]<\/a><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Work Culture:<\/strong> No one wants to stay in a job where they feel underutilized and unappreciated. To help find, recruit and retain talent, focus on fostering a work culture where your employees feel valued. Create an environment of autonomy by training workers in areas they\u2019re interested in and offering opportunities for upward mobility.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Diversity:<\/strong> When you\u2019re hiring, look for who can do the job well. Consider everyone who applies, not just the people who have had a history in the industry.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Technology:<\/strong> The construction industry has often been slow to adopt technology, but it\u2019s necessary to combat the labor issue. Good technology allows employees to do their jobs better and more efficiently. Utilizing field software such as safety, mobile timekeeping and project management apps will increase efficiency and simplify work for employees.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/learn\/#schedule-a-live-demo\" class=\"blog-cta-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/FSL-blog-post-ad-see-how.png\" alt=\"Get a Demo\" title=\"Get a Demo\"><\/a>\n<p>To resolve the issues of unsteady backlogs and a depleting labor force you\u2019ll have to manage your company intelligently. Watch industry trends, monitor your cash flow and create an enticing environment that\u2019s attractive to new talent. There\u2019s no telling how long this situation will last, but implementing these strategies now could help keep your company stable in the future.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref1\" name=\"_ftn1\">[1]<\/a> Miller, J. A. (2023, February 14). <em>Labor shortages, inflation vex civil contractors, but optimism remains<\/em>. Construction Dive. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.constructiondive.com\/news\/labor-shortages-slow-infrastructure-funding-dog-civil-contractors-dodge\/642744\/\">https:\/\/www.constructiondive.com\/news\/labor-shortages-slow-infrastructure-funding-dog-civil-contractors-dodge\/642744\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref2\" name=\"_ftn2\">[2]<\/a> Lovell, J. (2022, February 1). <em>What construction contractors need to know about backlog<\/em>. Gross Mendelsohn &amp; Associates. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gma-cpa.com\/blog\/backlog-construction\">https:\/\/www.gma-cpa.com\/blog\/backlog-construction<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref3\" name=\"_ftn3\">[3]<\/a> Scalisi, T. (2021, April 30). <em>Managing a construction backlog: Strategies for contractors<\/em>. Levelset. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.levelset.com\/blog\/managing-a-construction-backlog\/\">https:\/\/www.levelset.com\/blog\/managing-a-construction-backlog\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref4\" name=\"_ftn4\">[4]<\/a> Associated Builders and Contractors. (2023, April 11). <em>ABC\u2019s March Construction Backlog indicator down to lowest level since August 2022: News releases<\/em>. ABC National. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abc.org\/News-Media\/News-Releases\/entryid\/19892\/abcs-march-construction-backlog-indicator-down-to-lowest-level-since-august-2022\">https:\/\/www.abc.org\/News-Media\/News-Releases\/entryid\/19892\/abcs-march-construction-backlog-indicator-down-to-lowest-level-since-august-2022<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref5\" name=\"_ftn5\">[5]<\/a> Howerska, A. (2022, January 7). <em>Covid-19 and labor shortages in construction.<\/em> Hourly. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hourly.io\/post\/covid-19-and-labor-shortages-in-construction\">https:\/\/www.hourly.io\/post\/covid-19-and-labor-shortages-in-construction<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref6\" name=\"_ftn6\">[6]<\/a> Smith, M. (2023, February 1). <em>Professor who predicted the \u201cgreat resignation\u201d says quits will plateau in 2023 here\u2019s why<\/em>. CNBC. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2023\/02\/01\/professor-who-coined-great-resignation-anthony-klotz-says-quits-will-plateau-in-2023.html#:~:text=Klotz%20coined%20the%20%E2%80%9Cgreat%20resignation,how%20and%20why%20we%20work\">https:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2023\/02\/01\/professor-who-coined-great-resignation-anthony-klotz-says-quits-will-plateau-in-2023.html#:~:text=Klotz%20coined%20the%20%E2%80%9Cgreat%20resignation,how%20and%20why%20we%20work<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref7\" name=\"_ftn7\">[7]<\/a> McManus, A. (2022, April 14). <em>Council post: Construction in an ever-changing workplace: Adapting (again) to meet <\/em><em>new challenges<\/em>. Forbes. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/forbestechcouncil\/2022\/03\/18\/construction-in-an-ever-changing-workplace-adapting-again-to-meet-new-challenges\/?sh=572b7a6d3877\">https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/forbestechcouncil\/2022\/03\/18\/construction-in-an-ever-changing-workplace-adapting-again-to-meet-new-challenges\/?sh=572b7a6d3877<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref8\" name=\"_ftn8\">[8]<\/a> Phillips, Z. (2023, April 13). <em>Construction\u2019s labor gap could bring a hiring evolution<\/em>. Construction Dive. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.constructiondive.com\/trendline\/labor\/40\/?utm_source=CD&amp;utm_medium=NL1May22&amp;utm_campaign=XYZReality&amp;utm_content=ad-TOP_SPOT&amp;utm_term=53574\">https:\/\/www.constructiondive.com\/trendline\/labor\/40\/?utm_source=CD&amp;utm_medium=NL1May22&amp;utm_campaign=XYZReality&amp;utm_content=ad-TOP_SPOT&amp;utm_term=53574<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref9\" name=\"_ftn9\">[9]<\/a> Associated Builders and Contractors. (n.d.). <em>ABC: Construction Industry faces Workforce Shortage of 650,000 in <\/em><em>2022<\/em>. <em>News releases<\/em>. ABC News Releases. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abc.org\/news-media\/news-releases\/entryid\/19255\/abc-construction-industry-faces-workforce-shortage-of-650-000-in-2022\">https:\/\/www.abc.org\/news-media\/news-releases\/entryid\/19255\/abc-construction-industry-faces-workforce-shortage-of-650-000-in-2022<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref10\" name=\"_ftn10\">[10]<\/a> Hanan, L. (2020, February 1). <em>Demolishing stereotypes: The evolution of the construction industry workforce<\/em>. Bizjournals.com. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bizjournals.com\/philadelphia\/news\/2020\/02\/01\/demolishing-stereotypes-the-evolution-of-the.html\">https:\/\/www.bizjournals.com\/philadelphia\/news\/2020\/02\/01\/demolishing-stereotypes-the-evolution-of-the.html<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As we move through quarter two of 2023, I\u2019m particularly interested in monitoring contractors\u2019 backlogs. A backlog refers to the amount of work, measured in a cash value or time, that construction companies are contracted to do in the future. Every company needs some degree of backlog to acquire financing and ensure there\u2019s always work coming down the pipeline. 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