Does CMC pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, CMC employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at CMC. This rating has decreased by 6% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at CMC?

68% of CMC employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated CMC 3.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at CMC?

Engineer (8) , Maintenance Technician (8) , Sales (8) , Buyer (7) , Rebar Detailer (7) , Project Manager (6) , Crane Operator (5) , Machine Operator (5) , Manager (5) , Production Operator (5) , Inside Sales (4) , Inside Sales Representative (4) , Maintenance Mechanic (4) , Operations Manager (4) , Rebar Fabricator (4)

What are the pros of working at CMC according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits were good" ((in 60 reviews)); "the pay is good but you will work for all the pay you receive with work still having to be for the next day" ((in 43 reviews)); "Good people working on the floor" ((in 38 reviews)); "It had a great culture left over from the Selig's and the management there was fantastic." ((in 18 reviews)); "Annual bonuses." ((in 14 reviews))

What are the cons of working at CMC according to real employee reviews?

"Lots of angry managers will remind you of how good the place (CMC) used to be" ((in 14 reviews)); "Long hours in all weather conditions" ((in 10 reviews)); "Upper management are children of the higher up corporate management." ((in 9 reviews)); "There is absolutely no growth potential and your salary remains the same." ((in 7 reviews)); "Rotating shifts, base pay small" ((in 6 reviews))

What are employees saying about CMC layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about CMC layoffs and their outlook for job security at CMC in 2026.

What CMC locations have received the highest employee ratings?

Sayreville , Seguin , Mesa , Dallas , Jacksonville , Atlanta , Birmingham

CMC reviews

3.7

68% would recommend to a friend

(527 total reviews)

Peter R. Matt

88% approve of CEO

67% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Compensation and benefits

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.6

Culture & values

3.6

Work/Life balance

3.4

Career opportunities

3.3

Senior management

CMC has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 527 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The CMC employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

527 reviews

5.0

Jan 19, 2026

Great Company with Strong Values and Real Growth Opportunities

Talent acquisition manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

CMC has a genuinely people‑first culture where safety and teamwork are taken seriously, not just talked about. Leadership is accessible, down-to-earth, and invested in developing employees at all levels. There's a strong sense of purpose — you feel the impact of your work, and the company does a great job recognizing contributions. Opportunities to grow, take on new challenges, and stretch your skills are abundant, especially if you’re proactive. The company is stable, invested in innovation, and continues to grow in meaningful ways. Great benefits and work-life balance compared to many companies in the industry.

Cons

Communication can be inconsistent across locations, which can create occasional confusion. Some systems and technologies are still catching up to the pace of the business, but improvements are ongoing.

CMC Response

3mo

Thank you for your review! We are so glad that you are enjoying the culture and vision that leadership has set for us at CMC. It’s wonderful to know that you’ve experienced CMC as a place where growth is encouraged across all areas of the business. As we continue to develop and modernize CMC's processes, we always keep our employees at the forefront of all our decisions - and we're grateful for dedicated team members like you!

4.0

Jan 16, 2026

Stable Income at a cost

Mill helper

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay with overtime and bonuses

Cons

environment and management can be harsh

CMC Response

3mo

Thank you for sharing your review! We're glad you are enjoying the competitive compensation that CMC offers, however we’re disappointed to learn that your experience with management has not met expectations. If you’re open to sharing more details, we encourage you to reach out to careers@cmc.com so our HR team can follow up and address your concerns.

5.0

Jan 9, 2026

good place to work

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Everyone is super friendly here

Cons

a lot of travel here

CMC Response

3mo

Thank you for leaving your review! We are glad you're enjoying the family-like culture at CMC.

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