Is NBBJ a good company to work for?

NBBJ has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5, based on over 309 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 63% of employees would recommend working at NBBJ to a friend and 39% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about NBBJ have been left by employees working as Intern , Architectural Designer and Architect .

Does NBBJ pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, NBBJ employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at NBBJ. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at NBBJ?

63% of NBBJ employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated NBBJ 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at NBBJ?

Designer (54) , Architect (21) , Architectural Designer (20) , Intern (11) , Internship (7) , Project Architect (7) , Senior Associate (6) , Associate (5) , Marketing Specialist (5) , Interior Design Intern (4) , Interior Designer (4) , Architect/Designer (3) , Marketing (3) , Project Manager (3) , Senior Interior Designer (3)

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

"Great people and projects for a leading firm." ((in 46 reviews)); "Benefits are good" ((in 16 reviews)); "good projects work life balance" ((in 9 reviews)); "Thursday crits involve beer and food and are always a great opportunity to engage with peers and make our work the best it can be." ((in 6 reviews)); "Friendly Staff" ((in 6 reviews))

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

"Terrible leadership." ((in 13 reviews)); "bad management, like refusing projects" ((in 12 reviews)); "below market salary, management is not well trained in leadership skills, favoritism for subpar performance, management places focus on minor details and sacrifice big vision and goals, marketing strategy lacks clear direction and purpose, marketing planning and strategy is not guided by proven tactics but rather opportunism, project managers are not empowered to succeed which often results in project overruns and loss of profit." ((in 5 reviews)); "Long hours" ((in 5 reviews)); "At NBBJ, you basically compromise your salary to buy WLB." ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about NBBJ layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed NBBJ locations?

Seattle , New York , Los Angeles , Columbus , Boston , San Francisco , West Seattle , Washington , Portland , Atlanta , Boston

NBBJ reviews

3.8

63% would recommend to a friend

(273 total reviews)

Robert Mankin

55% approve of CEO

39% positive business outlook

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NBBJ has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 273 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The NBBJ employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

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273 reviews

5.0

Oct 15, 2024

Dedicated Team

Senior interior designer

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Pros

Dedicated team, not afraid to push the envelope

Cons

The in-office requirement is 4 days a week

3.0

Oct 10, 2024

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Designer

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Talented and Passionate Colleagues: NBBJ is known for its strong team of talented architects and designers. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with passionate professionals who are committed to delivering innovative and impactful design solutions. High-Quality Work: The firm consistently delivers high-quality projects, providing a sense of accomplishment and pride in the work you produce. NBBJ's reputation for excellence helps you grow as a professional and build a strong portfolio.

Cons

Limited Financial Compensation: While the work environment is rewarding in terms of collaboration and project quality, financial compensation might not be as competitive as in some other firms. Overtime Expectations: The fast-paced nature of projects and high client expectations can lead to regular overtime, which may affect work-life balance.

5.0

Oct 2, 2024

Perfect

Interior design intern

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Absolutely perfect working environment and people

Cons

I didn't find anything uncomfortable

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