Overall an okay place to work - Engineering Geologist Jacobs Employee Review

3.0
Mar 18, 2025
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Pros

Flexible working hours and accommodating to employees that are parents (able to do the school run etc). Range of projects. Nice colleagues.

Cons

As its a consultancy, there is pressure to do jobs as quickly as possible to stay within a jobs budget, but also to be over 95% 'chargeable' - causing stress for all levels of seniority. Therefore a lot of training and working towards professional accreditation expected to be done in your own time. Also discrepancies in pay.

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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
Jul 2, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Exposure to large scale projects

Cons

Lack of recognition, demanding work load

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