Why Goodwin Brothers
We Hire for a Career. Not Just a Job.
At Goodwin Brothers, you won’t get lost in the shuffle. We’re a third-generation, family-owned construction company — big enough to take on complex industrial, water, and infrastructure projects, but small enough that ownership knows you by name.
Our employees don’t just stay — they grow. From field crews to project managers, we invest in the people who show up, work hard, and want to build a real career in construction. We offer the resources, training, and technology of a major firm with the culture of a company that genuinely cares about the person behind the hard hat.
“Goodwin Brothers is a small enough company to be on a first-name basis with the owners — but large enough to build some of the most challenging projects out there.”
75+
Years
Building infrastructure across the Midwest since 1947
Family-Owned
Third generation. Ownership is present, invested, and accessible
Self-Performing
We do the work ourselves — skilled, trusted field crews developed from within
What We
Stand For
Every person on the Goodwin Brothers team — from the office to the field — operates by the same set of values. These aren’t words on a wall. They’re how we show up every day.
“We exist to preserve life’s most essential resources.”
Faith
We operate with integrity rooted in something bigger than any one project or person.
Family
We treat each other like family — on the job site and off. When you succeed, we all do.
Fun
Construction is hard work. We make sure there’s room to enjoy it.
Excellence
We don’t do average. Every project, every pour, every plan — we do it right.
Tenacity
We push through the hard stuff. Tough projects, tough conditions — we find a way.
Integrity
We say what we mean and do what we say. No exceptions.
AVAILABLE OPPORTUNITIES
We’re looking for great people! Opportunities at Goodwin Brothers are listed here; please click on the job title for a full description and the ability to apply online directly.
Ready to Build a Career in Construction?
Build a Career With Us!
Our company is a fast paced design-build driven company with the customer in mind. We build mega projects with a small company culture. Our employees stay and grow with our company. Invest your time, enhance your skills, in our fast paced, growing company. We work with large industrial owners to accomplish innovative, complex projects. Building Strong. One generation at a time.
Values Driven | Mission Focused | Client Centered
Our company cares about the person not just the project. We know and invest in each team member for the long haul. Our team members are like family. Don’t be a number. Be a name. Be part of our team.
“Everyone looks out for the best interest of all and not just themselves and that goes a long way in having a good team and company.”
“The people at Goodwin Brothers are like family and they make it enjoyable to come to work.”
“Goodwin Brothers is a small enough company to be a first name basis with the owners but yet large enough to build large and really challenging projects.”
Safety First
We prioritize the safety and well-being of our employees on every job site.
Quality of work
We work with passion and consistent quality is the result.
Long-term relationships
Relationships are based on trust, quality, and satisfaction to build long-term partnerships.
Our
Cultural
Values
Care for co-workers
We care about you and your family both on the job site and outside of work.
Financial stewardship
We believe that being a good steward of money will bring success, rather than a culture of increasing the bottom line.
Community support
We believe that caring about the community and families is a moral duty.
We hire people for a career, not just a job.
Being a family owned and operated business means family comes first. We take pride in our big project capabilities while maintaining that small company feel. Employee testimonials speak for themselves with team-member retention that is second to none. Ownership believes in investing in employees with training, the best resources and technology in the industry, and a safety culture. We work hard, plan it safe, and enjoy what we do.
BENEFITS
At Goodwin Brothers, we value the hard work and dedication of our team. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, both on and off the job site. From health coverage to career development opportunities, we ensure our employees have the resources they need to thrive. Explore the benefits of building your future with us!
TIME OFF
The company offers a flexible PTO policy. Six paid holidays are observed: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day
HEALTH
CARE
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription benefits are provided. Employees are eligible on the 1st of the month following the first full month of employment. Goodwin Brothers pays 100% of the premium for the employee and their family.
401K
Goodwin Brothers offers a Safe Harbor 401k plan. Employees are eligible on the first day of the month following their date of hire. The company contributes 3% regardless of the employee contribution.
LONG TERM DISABILITY
Goodwin Brothers pays 100% of the premium for long term disability coverage. Employees are automatically covered the first full month after they begin employment.
