Trending the wrong direction! - Management Jacobs Employee Review

1.0
Aug 1, 2018
Recommend
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Pros

Large cooperation with a very broad range of service offerings. More stable as a result than smaller firms

Cons

New Leadership (last two years) has really taken the organization down a poor path that is even worse with the acquisition of CH2M. It has become a bloated bureaucracy without a strong understanding of the business and markets. Fort Worth in particular is essentially a stepchild ot Dallas with very rare (less than annual) visits by senior management from Dallas).

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5.0
Apr 3, 2026
Recommend
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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
Jun 29, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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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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