Progressive values, lackluster middle management - Engineer Jacobs Employee Review

4.0
May 8, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

CEO has been doing a strong push for diversity and inclusion which has been amazing to see in such an "old boys club" industry. Great coworkers and a friendly environment. Good amounts of PTO (but few paid holidays). Flexible work hours.

Cons

Management often overloads talented people who do great work, while doing little to push along those who are underperforming and help them improve. Leads to burnout and resentment.

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5.0
Jun 24, 2026
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Pros

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Cons

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3.0
Jul 6, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Decent culture, individual contributors are fine, management is lacking

Cons

The company operates like many smaller companies depending on which business market you are in so your experience will vary. For some, it's the best company, others will say it's the worst; it just depends on your region/group even at the local level. Water/wastewater is a good market in most offices, transportation is hit an miss depending on location.

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