Trusted by our partners since 1926

WHO WE ARE

Established in 1926, Railroad Construction Company Inc., has a rich legacy of providing comprehensive track services on the East Coast. We have evolved into a leading general contractor that excels in heavy civil, track, and facility construction. From excavation and grading to utility installation, bridges, roadways, and at our core, railroad track services, we continue to uphold the highest level of excellence.

OUR HISTORY

OUR MISSION & VISION

Our Mission

To deliver quality construction and engineering services to our customers with commitment to safety, professionalism, and integrity while providing opportunity to our co-workers, security for their families, and sharing our resources to benefit others.

Our Vision

To continue to develop a mutually supportive environment that inspires people to excel in their professional and personal lives. We will take advantage of diversified market opportunities and cultivate enjoyable relationships with customers and business associates through integrity, responsiveness and quality of services, delivered safely.

OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

Our greatest asset is our team of dedicated co-workers. Together, we operate in unison, guided by the fundamental principles that shape every decision we make: Safety, Quality, Productivity and Having Fun.

Our Executive Leadership Team not only embraces this vision, but it also actively implements these core values in every aspect of our work. We believe that leadership is not just a title; it is a responsibility to exemplify safety, quality, productivity and having fun.

Al Daloisio, Jr.
CEO Emeritus and Chairman of the Board

Al Daloisio, Jr. is the CEO Emeritus and Chairman of the Board at Railroad Construction Company, Inc. Al is the third generation of family leadership beginning with the start of the company in 1926. Al’s first jobs as a teenager were sweeping the warehouse floors, sorting material as well as servicing trucks and equipment.

Since those early years, he has been involved in every function of the company rising to CEO and growing the company to what it is today, operating up and down the East Coast. Al’s passion is a deep commitment to his co-workers at RCC, this commitment is evident on a day-to-day basis where Safety, Quality, Productivity and Having Fun are the motto of the company.

Al’s commitment goes beyond the confines of RCC, where is he very active in the industry and its advancement serving on multiple boards. He also believes in the company’s mission statement of sharing our resources to benefit others. He has and continues to sit on the Board of many charities.

Jack Tobin, P.E.
Chief Executive Officer

Jack Tobin, PE has spent nearly four decades working in the heavy highway and civil construction industry.

He began his career in the field on project management teams of self-performing general contractors.

He has worked diligently from carpenter apprentice to vice president and contributed to projects critical to the New York Metropolitan infrastructure as structural superintendent, field engineer, project engineer, project manager and project executive.

Jack has managed procurement and provided executive project oversight for PANYNJ, MTACC, NJTA, NYSDOT, TBTA, NJT and NYCT while performing cut-and-cover tunnel construction, slurry walls, drilling and blasting, underpinning and deep foundations.

Jack has experience in rail and vehicular transportation, water and wastewater treatment facilities and utility construction.

Joe Vaccaro
President

Joe Vaccaro is the President of Railroad Construction Company (RCC) with over 20 years of experience at RCC. Joe began his career as a high schooler working with his dad. His career would take him up and down the East Coast and on occasion out West learning and growing along the way.

He performed many roles in the field as a laborer, superintendent, and project manager. Joe started at RCC as an estimator and rose to chief estimator and eventually President at the start of 2024.

As president of RCC, Joe is responsible for providing strategic direction, overseeing financial performance and ensuring operational excellence. His role involves developing and executing long-term strategies, managing budgets and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Joe also focuses on business development, building client and stakeholder relationships and maintaining compliance with regulations and industry standards. Helping lead the executive team, fostering a positive work environment and promoting innovation and technology are crucial aspects of his position.

Joe is also very involved in the industry as a member of the Moles and Beavers and serves as the co-Chair for the Oasis Golf Committee.

Dan Cipoletti
EVP – Chief Administrative Officer

Dan Cipoletti joined Railroad Construction Company (RCC) 2022 as Executive Vice President / Chief Administrative Officer at Railroad Construction Company, Inc. He has responsibility to lead the headquarter operations of the company with a goal of driving efficiencies and advancement to the operations.

Prior to RCC, Dan held multiple leadership positions within the technology industry where he developed strategic portfolios, managed profitable P&Ls, led cross functional teams and drove operational improvements across the businesses.

Dan is very active in the community and charitable organizations. He is a board member of Eva’s Village in Paterson NJ, since 2009 and has served 9 years as an elected Board of Education member and 7 years as on the Library Board of Trustees in West Caldwell, NJ.

Dan holds a Masters of Business Administration (Marketing) and a Bachelor of Science (Finance) from Seton Hall University. He also has Executive Education degrees from the Kellogg School of Business (Northwestern University) and the Columbia Business School.

Bob Paz
Chief Financial Officer

Bob Paz joined Railroad Construction Company (RCC) in 2016 as CFO and began restructuring the financial organization of the company, facilitating the implementation of a new job cost and accounting system, working hand-in-hand with multiple departments to ensure a more user friendly experience.

His assistance in establishing a new banking relationship, expanded the company’s line of credit and increased RCC’s bonding capacity, allowing the company to bid competitively for larger projects. Each of these accomplishments aligned RCC appropriately for the successful transition to an ESOP. Giving co-workers a significant stake in the company enhances morale and attitude, translating into improvement in the company’s bottom line, ultimately providing job security and keeping the business in the community.

Bob is very involved with various charity organizations embodying his commitment to community service. He participates actively as a member of the Board of Trustees for St. Joseph’s Hospital since 2016, and he is also a member of their finance and audit committees. Bob also lends his time to Eva’s Village, Oasis and the Boy’s and Girl’s Club of Paterson.

Bob is a graduate of Rider University is a licensed CPA and previously worked at SAX LLP for over 30 years.

Charlie Montalbano, P.E.
Vice President of Operations

Charlie Montalbano, PE, has successfully managed major infrastructure projects over his 40 plus years in the heavy civil construction industry within New York and New Jersey metropolitan area.

Projects such as The Flushing Bay CSO, Rahway Valley Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion, the construction of the Second Ave 96th Street Subway Station Project and the Passaic Valley Flood Wall Project.

In 2019, Charlie joined Railroad Construction Company, Inc. as Vice President of Operations. He oversees all field operations.

Charlie is a Civil Engineering graduate of Rutgers University, a registered Professional Engineer in the state of NY, a member of the Moles and has an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business.

Lauren Elsaesser
Vice President

Lauren Elsaesser has been with Railroad Construction Company, Inc. (RCC) for more than 35 years. She began her career early on as a receptionist and she worked her way through all aspects of the accounting department.

She graduated from Saint Peter’s College, though her education stems greatly from the experiences undergone during the years of incredible growth of the Railroad organization. As the Corporate Treasurer and Vice President of Finance, Lauren is responsible for daily financial transactions, preparation of financial statements and the supervision of co-worker compensation as well as the associated retirement benefits.

Outside of the office, her time is spent fulfilling her passion of animal rescue.

Claire Caputo
Vice President

Dedicated, driven and compassionate, Claire Caputo has nearly three decades of experience, working with Railroad Construction Company, Inc.

In addition to overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, Claire is devoted to working with fellow co-workers to streamline processes and procedures, enabling the company to grow strategically in an efficient and successful manner, while remaining true to our company motto: Safety, Quality, Productivity and Having fun.

When she isn’t working alongside her co-workers, Claire maintains her commitment to fulfilling the company’s mission, especially sharing our resources to benefit others by volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, Oasis – A Haven for Women and Children, Eva’s Village and St. John’s Soup Kitchen.

Mark Alexander
Vice President

Mark Alexander is a seasoned construction executive with over 25 years of experience leading complex, high-value infrastructure and transportation projects across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. As New England Regional Manager, Mark leverages his deep expertise in heavy civil construction, alternative contract delivery, and strategic operations to oversee regional business development, client relations, and project execution.

Mark has previously served in executive leadership roles for large heavy civil companies, advancing a “Nobody Gets Hurt” safety culture, while driving operational excellence across field operations. Mark has provided management and oversight for projects and construction teams for multiple agencies including MTA, PANYNJ, NYCT, NYSDOT, VTRANS, SLSDC, and DC Water. Mark has experience in cut and cover tunnel construction, bridge construction, accelerated bridge techniques, steel construction, road and highway construction, utility construction, water/wastewater, deep foundations, slurry walls, drilled shafts, and marine construction.

Mark is active member of The Moles, CIM, AGCNY and the FMCA.

Gene Sullivan, P.E.
Vice President

With over 40 years of extensive experience in heavy civil and track construction, Gene Sullivan brings the expertise necessary to lead both project management and administrative functions effectively. His firsthand industry experience has shaped him into a strong and capable leader, overseeing project managers, engineers, superintendents, and support staff to ensure the efficient execution of daily operations.

As Vice President, Gene is responsible for operational oversight and resolving procedural challenges, financial concerns, subcontractor performance issues, manpower allocation, constructability reviews and technical problem-solving. He conducts monthly audits with each project team to evaluate schedule adherence, safety performance, quality standards, profitability and procurement of materials and equipment, ensuring accurate and timely payment application submissions.

In addition, Gene maintains strong client relationships by fostering open and consistent communication among the field teams, office staff and project owners.

Licensed Professional Engineer in New Jersey and New York.

Past President of Associated General Contractors of New Jersey

Member of the Moles since 2014. Current Vice Chair of Moles Education Committee.

ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE

Where Engineering Meets Construction.

Engineering expertise that delivers better projects.

At Railroad Construction Company, engineering isn’t a separate department, it’s embedded throughout our organization. Our Professional Engineers work side-by-side with operations, estimating and project management from pursuit through project completion, providing practical solutions that improve constructability, reduce risk and deliver greater value to our clients.

Whether we’re supporting a traditional design-bid-build project or serving as a design-build partner, our engineering expertise helps transform complex challenges into successful outcomes.

Our growing team of licensed Professional Engineers have experience spanning heavy civil construction, rail infrastructure, structural systems, utilities and transportation projects.

By combining engineering expertise with decades of field experience, our teams can:

Improve constructability during project planning
Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering
Reduce schedule impacts
Solve complex field challenges in real time
Collaborate seamlessly with owners and design partners
Deliver innovative solutions without compromising safety or quality

Design-Build Expertise

As infrastructure delivery continues to evolve, RCC has become a trusted partner on collaborative project delivery.

Our Design-Build capabilities are strengthened by professionals who hold certifications through the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA), providing clients with a team that understands the principles of integrated project delivery, collaboration and innovation.

Our engineering and construction professionals work together from day one to:

Optimize designs for construction
Manage risk proactively
Accelerate project delivery
Improve communication among stakeholders
Maximize value for project owners

RCC Academy

Engineering excellence starts with continuous learning.

Through RCC Academy, we invest in our co-workers by providing ongoing training, professional development and certification opportunities that build expertise and strengthen project delivery. In-house courses, led by internal and external industry experts, include:

PDH-approved training for licensed Professional Engineers
Technical education on industry topics such as dewatering, crane planning, steel connections and concrete construction
On-site DBIA certification training through RCC’s Industry Partner membership
Mentorship and cross-disciplinary learning that connects engineering with field operations and project delivery

By developing our people, we’re strengthening the future of our company and the industry.

Engineering in Action

Our engineers contribute far beyond calculations and design reviews. They’re problem solvers, collaborators and innovators who help deliver some of the industry’s most complex transportation and infrastructure projects.

Across the company, our engineering professionals are helping shape projects involving:

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By The Numbers

Professional Engineers

Years Delivering Transportation Infrastructure

Co-Worker Owned

Growing number of DBIA-certified professionals

Engineering integrated into every major project

ASSOCIATION AFFILIATIONS

We proudly endorse industry organizations and associations whose memberships include many of our co-workers, that align with our mission, prioritize professional development and emphasize the importance of improving infrastructure through safe and quality construction practices.