Does CannonDesign pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, CannonDesign employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at CannonDesign. This rating has improved by 7% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at CannonDesign?

78% of CannonDesign employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated CannonDesign 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at CannonDesign?

Architect (48) , Architectural Designer (21) , Designer (9) , Interior Designer (9) , Engineer (8) , Project Architect (8) , Architectural Intern (6) , Intern (5) , Vice President (5) , Administrative Assistant (4) , Architect II (4) , Associate (4) , Associate Vice President (4) , Intern Architect (4) , Project Manager (4)

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

"Great people and a sincere collegiality that is inspiring." ((in 47 reviews)); "Great culture and work/life balance" ((in 17 reviews)); "Benefits are good." ((in 8 reviews)); "Good work environment to be in" ((in 7 reviews)); "Colleagues are always willing to help." ((in 6 reviews))

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

"Poor project management and leadership leads to lots of unpaid overtime." ((in 12 reviews)); "Pay does not compare to baseline salaries of other firms." ((in 10 reviews)); "Poor management within some portions of organization." ((in 10 reviews)); "Bloated upper management that is out of touch with the lower ranks who are in the trenches doing the work." ((in 9 reviews)); "long hours but mostly by choice due to drive and passion" ((in 9 reviews))

What are employees saying about CannonDesign layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed CannonDesign locations?

Chicago , New York , Boston , Los Angeles , Saint Louis , Buffalo , Denver , Washington , Houston , Grand Island , Baltimore , Pittsburgh , Arlington , Irvine , Dallas , Chesapeake , Brooklyn , Euless , Minneapolis , San Diego , San Francisco , Santa Clara , Boulder , Portland , Boca Raton

CannonDesign reviews

4.0

78% would recommend to a friend

(334 total reviews)

Brad Lukanic, AIA

81% approve of CEO

81% positive business outlook

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CannonDesign has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 334 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The CannonDesign employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

334 reviews

4.0

May 2, 2023

fine

Strategist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Company offers flexibility and great office space.

Cons

Lots of travel and limited growth.

CannonDesign Response

3y

Thanks for this review. We’re glad to hear you enjoy our office space and our workplace flexibility. Some roles may involve more travel than others, and we acknowledge that can be tough at times. If you find that the amount of travel is becoming too much, we encourage you to have an open conversation with your manager. They will be able to provide guidance and explore possible solutions to ensure a better work-life balance for you. Similarly, discussing your growth aspirations with your manager can help align your career path with your ambitions. The more transparent you can be with your manager the better. Thanks again for the review. We’re so fortunate to have you on our team!

5.0

Apr 25, 2023

Great place to work

Associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Scope for growth and learning, good work environment

Cons

Not much local work in India

1.0

Apr 24, 2023

Not recommended for recent grads or people who seek design

Architectural designer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Office Location and breakfast bagels.

Cons

There are lots of cons. The environment does not support any true designer. If you have strong design talent do not waste your time here as everyone else will try to take you down.

CannonDesign Response

3y

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We strive to create an environment that supports and nurtures designers, so we are disappointed to hear you didn't feel that way during your time with us. We believe it’s important for our leaders to possess a blend of experience and fresh perspectives, as well as the ability to lead and inspire a multi-generational workforce. We never select our talent based on age. We greatly appreciate your contribution to our firm and will ensure your concerns are shared with our leadership team.

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