Not a people based company - Senior Project Manager Jacobs Employee Review

3.0
27 Mar 2023
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Pros

Started out as a CH2M HILL employee that got bought out by Jacos. There are a lot of good people who work here, but if I had to do it all over again I would have stayed away. They started as CH2M Hill but got bought out by Jacobs due to bad business decisions by one of the last two CEO's. I don't have anything to say good about them. They don't walk the talk. Diversity is key.

Cons

401K contributions are horrible Upper management care only about Gross Margins Growth within the company is limited and seems more like a good ole boy network

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5.0
3 Apr 2026
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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
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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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