Construction Technology Engineer (Portland, OR) at Goodfellow Bros Inc – Portland, Oregon

Goodfellow Bros. (GBI) is a large heavy-civil contractor with operations throughout the West Coast & Hawaii. Our company is a fourth-generation, family-owned business, celebrating over 100 years in the industry! We have earned a reputation for professionalism and integrity that reflects our longstanding commitment to the individuals, businesses, and resources of the communities in which we live and work.

GBI has always maintained that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are now seeking to add to our team. We’re growing our Portland, OR team and looking for a Construction Technology Engineer who’s passionate about turning project plans into accurate, buildable field solutions supporting GPS-guided equipment, survey devices, and the teams who rely on them every day.

Position Summary

As a Construction Technology Engineer, you’ll develop and manage 3D positioning datasets, perform engineering and quantity analysis, and provide hands-on support for our construction technology systems. You’ll collaborate closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, estimators, and field crews to ensure our models and machine control data are accurate, constructible, and aligned with contract documents.

Position Description

• Analyze information from site inspections, contract drawings, specifications, proposals, and related documentation
• Support preconstruction evaluations by identifying potential risks and constructability concerns
• Perform earthwork quantity studies and assist estimating with takeoffs as needed
• Participate in procurement activities, including material buyout, submittals, and value-added substitutions
• Build and verify machine control models (surfaces/linework) using Autodesk Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center
• Identify design conflicts and ambiguities; work with project teams to generate RFIs and resolve plan inconsistencies
• Update models based on revisions from Project Engineers/Project Managers
• Maintain an organized file structure using established naming/versioning conventions
• Create machine cards in Trimble Business Center
• Develop exhibits that support planning and field execution
• Perform drone flights for topo surveys and quantity calculations
• Prepare as-built drawings from topographic data collected onsite

Competitive Benefits & Total Rewards at Goodfellow Bros.

At Goodfellow Bros., employee well-being is a top priority. Our comprehensive total rewards package is designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health while offering the flexibility to meet the diverse needs of you and your family. Here’s what you can expect:

Additional Compensation

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As a partially employee-owned company, GBI offers eligible employees the opportunity to build long-term wealth through shared ownership.
• 401(k) + Profit Sharing: Immediate eligibility with generous annual employer contributions that go beyond traditional match programs.
• Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $700 per year for participating in healthy lifestyle activities.
• Employee Referral Bonuses: Help grow our team and receive bonuses for successful referrals.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Low-cost plan options, including Premera HSA (WA, OR, CA), Kaiser HMO (OR, CA, HI), and HMSA (HI). Preventive care is covered at 100%.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 26 days of vacation, 9 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
• Parental & Family Leave: One paid bonding week, with additional unpaid leave available.
• Disability & Life Insurance: Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, plus life insurance coverage up to 1.5x your annual salary.
• Training & Career Growth: Access to leadership development programs, mentorship, and career advancement support.
• Perks & Community Programs: Charitable contribution matching, paid volunteer time, and retail discounts.

• Candidates must have the legal right to work in the US without employer sponsorship.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent
• 1–5 years of general civil construction experience

Technical skills

• Advanced proficiency with Trimble Business Center and/or Autodesk Civil 3D (3D modeling and surface development)
• Strong understanding of surveying methods and machine guidance equipment/software
• Ability to interpret plans/specs and translate them into field-ready, accurate models

Licensing

• FAA Part 107 Drone License (must obtain within 90 days of employment)