Los Angeles-based AECOM Technical Services Inc., a subsidiary of AECOM ACM, has won an award from the U.S. Department of Defense for environmental remediation services.

AECOM will work on this $24.3-million project in Lompoc, CA, which is scheduled to be completed by Nov. 26, 2034. The contracting activity involves the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Los Angeles, CA.

Strong Backlog Growth Bodes Well for AECOM

AECOM has been witnessing robust prospects in each of its segments. Currently, it has a good visibility of a strong backlog and pipelines for the upcoming quarters. Owing to the improving global scenario, which is fostering infrastructural demand, there has been an increase in demand for ACM’s services. This improving trend is reflected in the company’s backlog levels.

As of the end of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, the total backlog was $23.86 billion compared with $23.16 billion in the prior-year period. The current backlog level includes 50.8% contracted backlog growth. AECOM’s ability to consistently secure large, complex projects underpins its competitive advantage. The company maintains a win rate of more than 50% for large pursuits, which rises further for projects exceeding $25 million.

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Shares of this solutions provider for supporting professional, technical and management solutions have gained 36% in the past six months, outperforming the Zacks Engineering - R and D Services industry’s 3.4% growth. With the $1.2-trillion IIJA funding accelerating in the United States and the U.K. government prioritizing investments in infrastructure, led by the transportation and water markets, the company’s growth prospects in the market seem encouraging.

ACM’s Zacks Rank & Other Key Picks

AECOM currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

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