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Weston Solutions

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Pretty good place to work, could make improvements - Anonymous employee Weston Solutions Employee Review

4.0
Jan 16, 2014
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Laid back mentality (depending on which office though) and a very good work/life balance - they do not work you to death like so many consulting firms. A lot of interesting projects to work on and be exposed to, extremely intelligent scientists and managers, co-workers are all very friendly, some upward mobility depending on your manager. They care about ensuring top talent and will help achieve certifications (LSRP, PG, CHMM, CSP, etc.). Very little micromanaging - unlike so many other firms, there is NOT a pressure to be 100% billable at all times. Managers understand that work comes and goes and as long as you don't take advantage of things, the billable hour goals are generally reasonable (and if you don't reach your goal because you had training or you were working on proposal efforts, they are completely fine with that).

Cons

Seems like the salaries are on the lower end of the industry. The company (corporate) has made some bad financial decisions that are negatively impacting everyone right now. Senior management seems to be dreamers and have their heads in the clouds - they are not making sound decisions and just seem to use "creative" management phrases that don't really mean anything. The retirement package is not great - they match in company stock which is not the smartest idea investment wise. Upward mobility, as with many consulting firms, is tough - you need a good manager willing to stand up for you. Most of the time employees are stuck in roles for many years and never given a true chance to learn and move up (Weston seems to rather hire from outside than promote from within).

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5.0
Oct 30, 2025
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Weston is a small enough company to allow you access to upper management. You also have flexibility to choose different projects and learn new skills.

Cons

Not much cons to say.

1.0
Mar 22, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Strong field experience with real-world EPA emergency response projects. Opportunities to work on high-impact sites like wildfire response and hazardous waste removal. Good exposure to equipment, safety protocols, and multi-agency coordination.

Cons

Compensation is below industry standards, and in California, some associates were paid below the state’s minimum salary threshold for exempt employees. Compensation was only adjusted after sustained employee pushback to reach compliant levels, raising serious concerns about pay practices and internal oversight. The loss of experienced department heads and knowledgeable staff has diminished mentorship opportunities and institutional knowledge. Growth on the West Coast is limited, with a heavy dependence on EPA-related work. During slower periods, employees may be required to support other offices or take on work outside their primary roles to maintain utilization. Project management and internal organization can be inconsistent, often resulting in unclear expectations and last-minute changes. Workload fluctuates significantly, creating cycles of high stress followed by underutilization. Career advancement pathways are not clearly defined, and high-performing employees are not always recognized or given opportunities for growth. Employee morale very low, with many colleagues expressing dissatisfaction with the company’s direction and leadership. There is a clear disconnect between upper management and field staff, particularly on the West Coast, where employees may feel overlooked compared to other regions.

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