Targeting acquisitions of high-growth subsectors in strategic states
1776 focuses on acquiring high-quality, high-margin engineering firms in business-friendly states, with an emphasis on engineering design + planning and construction management. The appeal of these high-growth subsectors lies in the fact that, unlike heavy construction firms that compete on low-bid contracts, engineering firms are selected based on qualifications rather than price, supporting more stable and higher-margin work.
engineering design + planning
- $389B → $533B
- 5.4% CAGR 2026-2031
Source: Mordor Intelligence, Jan 2026
construction management
- $59B → $96B
- 4.3% CAGR THROUGH 2033
Source: Data Insights Market, 2025
Capturing State Infrastructure Investment
Across business-friendly states, billions of dollars are invested annually in infrastructure, driving consistent demand for engineering services. The states listed here are only a sample of our broader national focus. Unlike national firms that erase local identity, 1776 takes a state-centric approach to branding acquisitions which strengthen each firm’s brand to appeal to State DOTs, counties, and local municipalities.