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Caltrain’s Electrification Project was awarded by the Associated General Contractors of California (AGC of California) during its Installation & Awards Gala in January. Caltrain received the Owner of the Year Award, while Caltrain contractor Balfour Beatty US received the award for a Heavy Civil Project with a budget over $100 Million and the Excellence in Partnering Award.
The event recognized award-winning construction projects and industry leaders from across the state, highlighting excellence in safety, collaboration, and the delivery of critical infrastructure that strengthens California’s communities.
“Electrifying the Caltrain corridor was a challenging task that took the efforts of hundreds of people throughout our organization and those of our partners,” said Caltrain Executive Director Michelle Bouchard. “Today, that hard work is paying off for tens of thousands of commuters every day, and we couldn’t be prouder of what we were able to achieve together.”
“Projects like this don’t come together without strong partnerships,” said Peter Tateishi, chief executive officer of AGC of California. “Caltrain and Balfour Beatty US set a high bar for collaboration, safety, and execution to deliver critical infrastructure for our communities.”
These are not the first awards given to the Electrification Project, which since its launch has made Caltrain the fastest-growing transit agency in the country. Last year, Caltrain received the 2025 Sustainability Award from Sustainable San Mateo County, the American Public Transit Association’s Commuter Rail Safety Gold Award and the Build America Highway & Transportation Renovation Award from the Associated General Contractors of America.
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About Caltrain: Owned and operated by the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, Caltrain provides rail service from San Francisco to San Jose, with commute service to Gilroy. Serving the region since 1863, Caltrain is the oldest continually operating rail system west of the Mississippi and the first railroad to convert from diesel to electric power in a generation.
About the Associated General Contractors of California: Since 1920, the Associated General Contractors of California (AGC of California) has worked alongside members to provide advocacy, education, career development, and networking opportunities to experienced and next generation construction and contracting professionals. AGC of California advocates for contractors with state and local governments, while helping members connect with industry leaders through services, innovative programs, and events. Learn more at www.agc-ca.org.
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