The almighty dollar is Jacobs' "Greatest Asset." Not people. - IT - Unspecified Jacobs Employee Review

2.0
7 Sept 2008
Recommend
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Pros

An upward moving company which pays well.

Cons

Low morale and unfair promotion practices. Absolutely no recognition for a job well done. A culture of "you can easily be replaced" is prominent and pompously embraced. The motto "people are our greatest asset" can be a slap in the face. Wrong people are placed in management positions, and continuously make bad judgements regarding promotions. managers performing reviews sometimes don't work in the same state and have no clue what a person's job really entails.

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5.0
3 Apr 2026
Recommend
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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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5.0
11 Jun 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great people and culture, internal mobility if you’re networked

Cons

Lots of internal process/procedure but to be expected at a large firm

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