Most encouraging, interesting, forward-thinking company I have ever worked for. - Anonymous employee Jacobs Employee Review

4.0
23 Oct 2013
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Jacobs culture and climate forges employees into intergrated team. Mentoring culture futhers one's career. Jacobs insists on ethical business dealings as well as employees. Because of this, Jacobs is an industry leader. Jacobs invests in their employees with their Employee Moral & Welfare Committee (EMWC) and their Employee Council.

Cons

Repeat low-performing employees are relocated even though they were disciplined. Management sometimes refuses to make the hard choice with these employees. Many of them are first-line supervisors or managers. Thank goodness there are only a few of these employees.

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5.0
3 Apr 2026
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Pros

Strong learning environment for entry-level engineers Great exposure to large-scale transportation and infrastructure projects with experienced mentors and structured onboarding. Reputable global firm Jacobs’ strong brand name adds credibility to your résumé and opens doors for future opportunities in both public and private sectors. Good career growth and mobility Clear pathways to move into roles like Project Engineer, Assistant Resident Engineer, or Construction Management with internal postings encouraged. Supportive team culture (project-dependent) Most teams are collaborative, and senior staff are willing to guide junior engineers, especially in inspection and CM roles. Competitive benefits and job stability Solid health benefits, 401(k), PTO, and steadier work compared to smaller consulting firms—especially on long-term public agency contracts.

Cons

Growth pace depends on manager and project Advancement and role expansion can vary widely based on leadership and available opportunities.

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4.0
29 Jun 2026
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Pros

The benefits and unlimited pto are great

Cons

It’s a big company, so there are a lot of corporate games you have to play to get noticed and advance in your career

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