Some Great Project Opportunities, but Job Security....Not so Secure - Civil Engineer Jacobs Employee Review

3.0
Dec 12, 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Very diverse group of people, projects and clients. If you find the right Project Manager or Supervisor, you can get involved on just about any type of project you may be qualified for.

Cons

Constant concern of losing your job, especially if you aren't at least 85% billable. Company is quick to put staff on modified full or modified part time if not continually highly billable....if you're lucky.

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Pros

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Cons

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3.0
Jul 6, 2026
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Pros

Decent culture, individual contributors are fine, management is lacking

Cons

The company operates like many smaller companies depending on which business market you are in so your experience will vary. For some, it's the best company, others will say it's the worst; it just depends on your region/group even at the local level. Water/wastewater is a good market in most offices, transportation is hit an miss depending on location.

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