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Dawson Construction paving on the BC Highway 1 Trans Canada Highway in Kamloops, British Columbia.

At Dawson Construction, community isn’t just a word—it’s the foundation of everything we do. We believe in building better roads and connecting our communities in ways that last.

Here, you’ll catch all the latest updates on our projects, meet our dedicated crew, and get a peek behind the scenes. Whether it’s kicking off a new paving project, celebrating a big win for our team, or advancing our aggregate crushing operations, we’re excited to share it with you.

Building better roads means creating infrastructure that stands the test of time and truly serves the people who rely on it every day. We’re glad to have you along for the journey as we work to make a lasting impact together.

Len Leeuw found parts to keep projects going for three decades

Machines break down. Tools needs replacing. Shops need a random array of things to keep them running smoothly and efficiently. Someone needs to be the one to get others the parts they need for the jobs and for 33 years, that was Len Leeuw. “I loved that job. If I wasn’t t

Roger Abbott’s planning led to several significant Dawson Construction accomplishments

Before any material gets laid or moved, or any equipment gets fired up for a job, the estimator needs to meticulously map out every step and every dollar for each project. For 16 years with Dawson Construction, Roger Abbott was one of the best in B.C. at doing so. “I loved

Dawson Construction crew saves a life

It didn’t take Sean Menektos long to earn his stripes as Dawson Construction’s new Level 3 First-Aid Attendant.  “I was hoping my first emergency response would have been for a band-aid, not a heart attack,” said Menektos, a Traffic Control Supervisor.  

Johnson family roots run deep with Dawson Construction

For more than 100 years, Dawson Group has prided itself on being a family-focused company. Similar to how Fred turned the company over to Graham and later Ian, the Johnsons have introduced new members of the family to the company for the past 66 years. The Johnson story with