As infrastructure owners, transportation agencies, and heavy civil contractors continue to prioritize long-term project delivery and organizational stability, leadership succession remains a key consideration for firms operating in specialized construction sectors. Railroad Construction Company (RCC) has announced a leadership transition designed to support continuity as the company enters its second century of operations.
The Paterson, New Jersey-based rail and heavy civil contractor named Jack Tobin, P.E., as chief executive officer effective June 15, 2026. The appointment comes as RCC marks its 100th year in business and represents a significant milestone in the company's history.
Tobin succeeds Al Daloisio Jr., who served as chief executive officer for more than four decades. Daloisio will continue his involvement with the organization as chairman of the board while assuming the title of CEO Emeritus.
According to RCC, the leadership change follows a succession planning effort developed to support the company's long-term growth and operational continuity. Tobin becomes the first executive outside the Daloisio family to serve as CEO since the company was founded in 1926.
Tobin has held leadership responsibilities within RCC and has been involved in the company's operations and expansion efforts across the rail and heavy civil construction markets. The company cited his experience with project delivery, operations, and organizational management as factors supporting the transition.
RCC provides construction and engineering services with a focus on rail infrastructure and heavy civil projects. The company operates as an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), making it a fully employee-owned organization.
The transition reflects the evolution of a company that has remained under family leadership for multiple generations while expanding its presence within transportation and civil construction markets.
Leadership succession has become an increasingly important issue across the construction industry as firms seek to maintain institutional knowledge, client relationships, and workforce stability while preparing the next generation of executives. Structured transition plans are particularly significant for contractors serving infrastructure and transportation clients that depend on long-term project partnerships.
Source: Railroad Construction.
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