not for the faint of heart - Project Controls Manager Delek US Employee Review

4.0
May 17, 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

1. young aggressive company that is hungry to grow 2. room for advancement 3. you can easily stand out from others if you are pretty good 4. direct involvement with Senior VP management 5. good compensation, stock options, bonuses 6. Some of the better day to day folks ive ever worked with

Cons

1. senior corporate management micro manages at times 2. organization runs LEAN, so you will be expected to go above and beyond your job duties and be able to pick up others work when they reduce personnel

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Delek US Response
5y
Thank you for the great review and also for your time at Delek so far! I know that people value hearing real feedback from our team across the company. I love that you hit on a lot of points that I have also noticed during my time at Delek. Delek has many opportunities for someone who wants to be challenged and engaged in their work, plus the compensation is very competitive. As for the cons, we are a lean and mean company, which is a great point to bring up. It depends on perspective, going above and beyond for me means that I have the opportunity to work on things I may not have the chance to elsewhere. Thanks again for the feedback!

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5.0
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Cons

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1.0
Mar 22, 2026
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Recommend
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Pros

You can get a good payout if you can tolerate the toxicity.

Cons

While the initial recruitment pitch is polished, the internal reality is a culture defined by a "run by a few, for a few" mentality. There is a palpable lack of regard for the broader team, as leadership appears primarily focused on their own career optics in a way that feels exclusionary to those doing the heavy lifting. * The "Two-Year" Trap: Top talent is often brought in under the guise of long-term opportunity, only to find an environment designed for short-term extraction. This has created a cycle of constant turnover and a "revolving door" of staff. * Health and Balance: The workload is relentless, and the lack of work-life balance quickly takes a toll on your physical and mental health. Many stay only because the "golden handcuffs" of a high salary make them feel trapped. * Management Style: There is very little genuine investment in team morale or development. Once you're in, the focus shifts entirely to output, often at the expense of the individual’s well-being. Final Verdict: Despite the strong pay and talented peers, the high turnover rate and disregard for the team make this a difficult environment to recommend for the long term.

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Delek US Response
3mo
Thank you for your feedback. We take concerns about culture, workload, and development seriously. At Delek US, we’re focused on building a high-performing environment where employees feel supported and have clear opportunities to grow. We recognize experiences can vary, and we’re actively working to strengthen leadership, improve balance, and enhance employee engagement.
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