Willdan evolved into a go‑to engineer for utilities, data centers, and municipalities planning smarter, more reliable energy systems while its stock still trades below its highs. WLDN delivered 20%+ organic growth, EBITDA margin above 20%, and consistent top/bottom-line beats, with FCF yield around 4.35%. Structurally high demand from AI, data centers, and grid upgrades underpins WLDN's long-term growth, supported by strategic M&A and backlog expansion.
Here is how Willdan Group (WLDN) and Xylem (XYL) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
WLDN expands its advisory reach with the Compass acquisition, widening regional markets and bolstering high-demand service capabilities.
| Construction & Engineering Industry | Industrials Sector | Michael A. Bieber CEO | XMUN Exchange | US96924N1000 ISIN |
| US Country | 1,761 Employees | - Last Dividend | - Last Split | 21 Nov 2006 IPO Date |
Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Anaheim, California, Willdan Group, Inc. operates as a multi-faceted professional, technical, and consulting services firm in the United States. The company undertakes a wide range of services across two primary segments: Energy, and Engineering and Consulting. Willdan Group, Inc. caters to an extensive client base that includes public and governmental agencies such as cities, counties, redevelopment agencies, water districts, school districts, and universities. Additionally, it serves investor and municipal owned energy utilities, state and federal agencies, commercial and industrial firms, and various other special districts and agencies. The company's comprehensive approach combines technical expertise with practical experience to address the unique needs of its clients.
Willdan's Energy segment focuses on delivering a broad spectrum of services aimed at energy efficiency, demand reduction, and grid optimization. Its offerings include comprehensive audits and surveys, program design and master planning, benchmarking analyses, design engineering, construction management, and performance contracting. The segment also specializes in alternative financing, measurement and verification services, in addition to providing software and data analytics tools designed to enhance energy management strategies. This holistic approach enables clients to significantly reduce energy consumption and optimize grid performance.
The Engineering and Consulting segment of Willdan Group provides a wide array of services tailored to support the infrastructure and governance needs of its clients. These services include, but are not limited to, building and safety, city engineering and code enforcement, development plan review and inspection, and disaster recovery. It also covers geotechnical and earthquake engineering, planning and surveying, contract staff support, program and construction management, and water resources services. The segment goes further to offer specialized supports such as district administration, financial consulting, federal compliance services, and communications and technology services. Through these diverse offerings, Willdan ensures the resilience, safety, and sustainability of the communities and organizations it serves.