Pros
1. Diverse learning opportunities in civil, mechanical, environmental, electrical, control, transportation and structural engineering. 2. Overtime paid at 1.5 times regular pay rate. 3. Flexible work hours and use of technology to allow for family time and other life interests. 4. Salary adjustments every 6 months. 5. Bonuses paid every 6 months (dependent on company profitability). Generally, these bonuses have always been paid. 6. Feedback provided from senior staff to help guide career development.
Cons
1. Workload uneven at times when new contracts arrive unexpectly. Occasionally, employees work 10 to 20% overtime, fully compensated, to meet deadlines. 2. Must write description for all work completed each day (down to the 15 minute increment) of time spent at work. 3. Benefits meet industry standard. Public employee benefit packages more generous.