Lost it's way - Anonymous employee Jacobs Employee Review

1.0
2 May 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Prior to all the new management changes, the company was rock solid, fiscally conservative and overall an ethical company that put it's clients first while respecting the contributions of it's employees.

Cons

- Corporate management is controlled by a new elitist management team that has no solid industry knowledge. Their management style are similar to the managers in the Office and even Dilbert. - They believe in change for the sake of change and recruit high level managers who share their perverse view of change management while firing long tenured employees who have served the company faithfully. - They hide behind a motto that is an industry joke and treat their people like pawns in a game.

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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
Recommend
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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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