Payment Collection Delays & Cash Flow Compression
Definition
Construction operates on net-30 to net-60 payment terms (or worse), creating severe working capital strain especially for SMBs. General contractors bill developers/owners, but payment often lags 30-45 days beyond invoice. Meanwhile, contractors must pay labor weekly and subcontractors on negotiated terms (typically 7-14 days). This creates cash flow gap: SMB must finance 3-8 weeks of operations from own capital or expensive credit lines. Larger contractors have leverage for faster payment terms; SMBs do not. Loss mechanism: (1) extended payables create working capital need, (2) cost of financing gap at 10-15% APR on credit lines, (3) cash pressure forces operational constraints (can't take on new projects, can't invest in tools/equipment).
Key Findings
- Financial Impact: $30,000-80,000
- Frequency: daily
Why This Matters
Construction receivables factoring/financing, payment acceleration platforms, retainage management software, invoice financing, cash flow forecasting tools, payment term negotiation support
Affected Stakeholders
Owner/Project Manager
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Related Business Risks
Skilled Labor Shortage & Worker Recruitment
Rising Labor Costs & Wage Inflation
High Interest Rates & Project Financing Constraints
Project Delays from Supply Chain & Buy America Compliance
Material Cost Volatility & Procurement Complexity
Worker Quality & Safety Concerns with Inexperienced Labor
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