Nepotism, Bullying, and Intimidation - Anonymous employee Jacobs Employee Review

1.0
18 Jan 2024
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Management does not care about you or the work, you can do nothing for a year and youll probably still get a great employee review. Great place for people who dont care (not great for people who do).

Cons

Poorly run teams, nepotism, toxic culture, absent HR. Upper management cant correct delivery issues because they dont understand what the customer cares about and they dont comprehend the requests. Fundamental lack of decrement between what SOUNDS good and what IS good. One is valued over the other (not the right one).

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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
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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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