Not every member of the DASCO team wears a hard hat. Some prefer a blanket, a comfy bed and the occasional treat. This week, we celebrated a very special birthday as our beloved office dog, Roxy, turned 16. Roxy has been coming to work with us for almost nine years and has become a familiar face around the office. While
The construction industry has a major problem: a lack of skilled tradespeople. Ask almost any contractor and they’ll tell you the same thing. There is plenty of work available, but finding skilled people to deliver it is becoming increasingly difficult. At DASCO, we believe part of the solution starts in schools. Recently, Managing Director Scott Rothwell visited students at St Mary’s RC
As part of our continued growth and investment strategy, DASCO has expanded its Groundworks and Infrastructure Division with the addition of a new 5-tonne excavator, two micro excavators and four new three-way tipping vehicles. The investment strengthens our in-house capabilities and ensures our teams have access to the equipment needed to deliver projects safely, efficiently
DASCO Construction is proud to have achieved Gold status through Wigan Council’s Believe in Business Charter. While it’s always rewarding to receive any recognition, this achievement feels different. This isn’t an award judged on a single project, a period of growth or a business submission. Instead, it is independent recognition that the values we talk about every
DASCO officially became an accredited Living Wage Employer. For some businesses, accreditation is another badge to add to the website. For us, it was a natural step. From the beginning, DASCO has been built around people. Long before awards, accreditations and growth plans, there was a simple belief that if you look after your team
People often ask us why we’ve stayed in Wigan as DASCO has grown. The simple answer is that we never considered doing anything else. Wigan is where DASCO started, and it’s where it will always be based. Not because it’s the easiest option, but because it’s the right one. This is where our families are, it’s where our team lives and it’s where our values come from. When you build a
At DASCO, we believe that good business starts with great people. That’s why we are proud to announce that we are now a Supporter of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter—a pioneering initiative dedicated to improving employment standards across our region. The Good Employment Charter is the first of its kind in the UK, setting a
Winning Employer of the Year at the Wigan Business Awards 2024 was a proud moment for DASCO. It was validation that the Rothwell way is the right way. In an industry that’s often tough, fast-paced, and unforgiving, this award recognised something we’ve always believed in: putting people first works. This One Was for the Team Construction doesn’t happen without people and their skill. Buildings don’t build themselves. It’s the people on the tools that matter. This award
As we mark our 10th anniversary at DASCO, we’re excited to share a major milestone in our journey of sustainable growth: DASCO’s fleet hits 100 vehicles on the road! This achievement is due to our continued expansion, our commitment to sustainability, and the hard work of our incredible team. Driving Forward, Growing Strong Over the
Over the past 12 months, we’ve been focused on expanding our 100% electric fleet, with some fantastic new additions rolling in. Currently, 22% of our fleet is electric, and we’re committed to increasing this percentage in the years to come. Sustainability is one of the core values that drives our business decisions. Achieving