Good place - Senior Interior Designer Jacobs Employee Review

4.0
12 Nov 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

On the federal side, job stability. Big company, so good benefits, perks, etc. Flextime is great. Great IT support. Always the latest programs to stay competitive. Good Pay.

Cons

Too big. You feel like there is no real "place" for you. You are just a number in the big machine. Too much work. It is hard to balance life and work. Your PMs set the schedule and when you have 4 projects with similar deadlines you are basically working 10 or 12 hour days. This is why the pay is good. They expect 50 or 60 hours a week from you. They say that management wants you to take PTO, but it isn't true. They just want deadlines met. Period. Poor lower management allows this to happen. PM's just want their projects to come in on time and budget.

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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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4.0
2 Jul 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Exposure to large scale projects

Cons

Lack of recognition, demanding work load

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