Does CMC pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, CMC employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at CMC. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at CMC?

66% of CMC employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated CMC 3.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at CMC?

Engineer (8) , Maintenance Technician (8) , Sales (8) , Buyer (7) , Rebar Detailer (7) , Project Manager (6) , Crane Operator (5) , Machine Operator (5) , Manager (5) , Production Operator (5) , Inside Sales (4) , Inside Sales Representative (4) , Maintenance Mechanic (4) , Operations Manager (4) , Rebar Fabricator (4)

What are the pros of working at CMC according to real employee reviews?

"I worked there for years the job is family oriented and the benefits are great." ((in 57 reviews)); "the pay is good but you will work for all the pay you receive with work still having to be for the next day" ((in 44 reviews)); "Some great people were there when I was there." ((in 38 reviews)); "It had a great culture left over from the Selig's and the management there was fantastic." ((in 18 reviews)); "Lots of good benefits, employee stock discounts, annual bonus depending on how the year went (same percentage for everyone in the region)" ((in 12 reviews))

What are the cons of working at CMC according to real employee reviews?

"Lots of angry managers will remind you of how good the place (CMC) used to be" ((in 14 reviews)); "Long hours in all weather conditions" ((in 11 reviews)); "Upper management beyond your first line managers could care less about the employees." ((in 10 reviews)); "Leadership is abysmal." ((in 9 reviews)); "There is absolutely no growth potential and your salary remains the same." ((in 8 reviews))

What are employees saying about CMC layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about CMC layoffs and their outlook for job security at CMC in 2026.

What CMC locations have received the highest employee ratings?

Sayreville , Seguin , Mesa , Dallas , Jacksonville , Atlanta , Birmingham

CMC reviews

3.7

66% would recommend to a friend

(527 total reviews)

Peter R. Matt

88% approve of CEO

64% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Compensation and benefits

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Work/Life balance

3.5

Culture & values

3.5

Career opportunities

3.4

Senior management

CMC has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 527 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The CMC employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

Ratings by demographic groups

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Reviews by job title

527 reviews

5.0

Jan 19, 2026

Great Company with Strong Values and Real Growth Opportunities

Talent acquisition manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

CMC has a genuinely people‑first culture where safety and teamwork are taken seriously, not just talked about. Leadership is accessible, down-to-earth, and invested in developing employees at all levels. There's a strong sense of purpose — you feel the impact of your work, and the company does a great job recognizing contributions. Opportunities to grow, take on new challenges, and stretch your skills are abundant, especially if you’re proactive. The company is stable, invested in innovation, and continues to grow in meaningful ways. Great benefits and work-life balance compared to many companies in the industry.

Cons

Communication can be inconsistent across locations, which can create occasional confusion. Some systems and technologies are still catching up to the pace of the business, but improvements are ongoing.

CMC Response

3mo

Thank you for your review! We are so glad that you are enjoying the culture and vision that leadership has set for us at CMC. It’s wonderful to know that you’ve experienced CMC as a place where growth is encouraged across all areas of the business. As we continue to develop and modernize CMC's processes, we always keep our employees at the forefront of all our decisions - and we're grateful for dedicated team members like you!

3.0

Jun 10, 2026

Long hours with too much work for few people

Laborer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Alot of work hours for employees

Cons

Not enough people for those hours so you have a lot to do

CMC Response

15h

Thank you for leaving your review. We're disappointed your overall experience at CMC was not more positive. We wish you the best in your future career.

3.0

Jun 9, 2026

Good benefits and pay, but site management needs improvement

Heavy equipment operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good benefits. Competitive pay. Safety oriented.

Cons

Poorly staffed and managed at site locations.

CMC Response

15h

Thanks for sharing your review. We're glad you're enjoying the benefits and compensation, as well as the safety culture at CMC. We're disappointed that your experience with leadership has not been more positive. If you have specific concerns you'd like to share, please email careers@cmc.com with more details so our HR team can follow up with you.

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