SHoP Architects Reviews

Unlike self image, the social culture is very cold and impersonal. Everyone is replaceable yet competing for fleeting and insubstantial approval. Self destructive partner behavior. Partner inattention to projects in documentation phases and construction. Bizarrely still extremely focused on bringing in development work. Inability to retain experienced staff, low pay. High turnover in last 1.5 years, hemorrhaging experienced staff and no sign of change. No functional HR, little attention to individuals goals or problems and little self reflection. Self destructive working culture where long hours are encouraged/expected and rarely rewarded. Damaging culture for personal or family life.

- project teams are consistently understaffed with unrealistic deadlines - no clear direction for career development of young employees - office culture is aggressive and at times condescending - management is inexperienced and defensive - high turnover rate