Years of service mean nothing to this company. - Survey Technician Jacobs Employee Review

1.0
Nov 18, 2008
Recommend
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Pros

Theres not many, the pay rate is competitive. their benefits are alright,

Cons

They are not a company that is concerned with employees and years of service means nothing to them. When their workload slows down they dont hesitate to layoff anybody that dont meet their imediate need. They layoff employees with 25 years service to their company and keep employees in the same position with only 2 years of service. being a dedicated employee in this company does not pay off in the long run, because that isnt taken into consideration when they need to cut cost. Your are just a number to them.

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5.0
Apr 3, 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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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great people and culture, internal mobility if you’re networked

Cons

Lots of internal process/procedure but to be expected at a large firm

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