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      3.5

      54% would recommend to a friend

      (118 total reviews)

      Shawn Wilson

      45% approve of CEO

      48% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      4.0

      Work/Life balance

      3.9

      Diversity & inclusion

      3.6

      Culture & values

      3.5

      Compensation and benefits

      3.2

      Senior management

      3.1

      Career opportunities

      BuildDirect has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 118 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The BuildDirect employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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      118 reviews
      2.0
      Jun 1, 2018

      Poor business model, going nowhere despite new investment

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Great view from the office, unlimited vacation, some good people are left, they have exited CCAA successfully, have received new funding

      Cons

      The business model for this company is flawed, they have been losing money for a long time and despite a reduction in burn rate I very much doubt they can turn it around. The company has recently focused on sectors of the market they think will save them but have failed to differentiate themselves from competitors. Talent and senior leadership left in large numbers after they went into official financial restructuring (CCAA) The plan towards profitability is pure fantasy, I feel sorry for the investors and employees.

      5.0
      Jan 3, 2025

      Incredible Team, Great Opportunities, and Strong Leadership

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      I’ve been with BuildDirect for a while now, and I can genuinely say this is one of the best companies I’ve worked for. The culture is collaborative, supportive, and innovative. The leadership team truly values employees and encourages open communication, which creates a great environment for growth and learning. Pros: - Amazing Culture: Everyone here works as a team, and there’s a strong focus on building genuine relationships. - Opportunities to Grow: The company is growing quickly, which creates a lot of opportunities for career development and taking on new challenges. - Work-Life Balance: BuildDirect understands the importance of balance and flexibility, which has been a game-changer for me. - Forward-Thinking Leadership: The leadership team is strategic and transparent about the company’s vision and direction. They genuinely listen to employees and act on feedback. - Exciting Projects: The work here is meaningful and impactful, especially with the integration of new businesses and expanding the product line.

      Cons

      I honestly can’t think of major cons, but with any fast-growing company, change happens quickly. It’s important to be adaptable and comfortable with a dynamic environment.

      2.0
      Dec 9, 2015

      BuildDirect Me To The Exit Please

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Great office Great location Casual work environment A lot of work perks associated with the job

      Cons

      Hard work and dedication only get noticed if you are a personal laugh track to a manager The words salary and increase will never be heard together here What is a bonus? I wonder what it feels like to get one Teamwork is nonexistent. Meetings usually involve people trying to look good and sound smart instead of adding any real value to the company I have never actually heard any praise for great teamwork, only individual achievements As much politics going on here as any company I guess This place reminds me of High School because there is a social ladder and the "teachers" don't really do any teaching Turning into a real competitive environment

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