Look elsewhere - Senior Level Position CTLGroup Employee Review

1.0
Oct 6, 2020
Recommend
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Pros

Known for their concrete expertise and laboratory. Lots of history. Ability to see many different places because of work travel.

Cons

There is a lot of turmoil and people leaving due to new ownership. It is antiquated and not changing with the times. The buildings have mouse traps in the offices and roaches in the bathrooms. This is no story, it is true. Technology and equipment are very old and breaking down. They have not invested in the newest technology because they have the mentality if it isn't broken, don't change it. Innovation is lacking. Mentorship does not happen. It is every person for themselves. You are constantly being asked about your utilization but they are not doing much to help. People are just not happy and are constantly complaining about the place. Very toxic atmosphere. The new owner is a dictator and will look you in the eye and lie. He will act like he likes you but talks about you to others with no shame, He believes bullying is the way to manage. He also acts like an "old boys network" guy. If you are looking for a place to be excited to go to work, this is not the place. There are a lot of talented people who have been there for a long time, but they are also worried about themselves and many will be retiring but the owner will still be the owner.

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CTLGroup Response
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It's true, change is hard and not everyone was on board with the transition in ownership. We wish those folks well. Insofar as our campus is concerned, it's been here in Skokie since 1946 and receives regular pest abatement visits. CTL hopes your newest career endeavor is kinder to your entomophobia.

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1.0
Mar 9, 2026
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Pros

Knowledgable staff (non-management). Good IT support. Flexible hours.

Cons

Horrendous management who will throw you under the bus for either a) no logical reason (because logic is hard), or b) to save their own skin. Multiple very rude middle management employees. Emails go unread, you're lucky to get anyone to answer the phone, you're gaslit constantly, and if you need anything answered you'd have to hunt the individual down who will probably send you on a snipe hunt to find whomever it is you'd then need to speak with because they couldn't be bothered.

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