Good For Short-Term Growth, but Not For Long-Term Engagement - Project Manager SAIC Employee Review

4.0
Apr 11, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

On principal, the company is supportive of telework. With the broad scope of business, there are opportunities for literally thousands of different skill sets. The company provides a lot of different opportunities for professional development provided the budget and scope is supported by your lowest level manager. I have been very satisfied with the salary level.

Cons

Technologically, the support for teleworkers is lacking considerably. The company is huge and as a result is riddled with corporate bureaucracy. The government contracting field is not for everyone (myself included). As the company grows and changes strategies, the individual begins to seem ever-increasingly expendable. I do not feel secure any longer than my project's contract end date.

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Pros

Awesome people Great Benefits Work Life Balance

Cons

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3.0
Jun 9, 2026
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Pros

Current Leadership: The management structure has stabilized significantly, and my current supervisor is excellent—supportive, engaged, and great to work with. Excellent Team Culture: The coworkers here are fantastic. There is a strong sense of camaraderie, and the team is incredibly supportive. Strong Compensation & Growth: The base pay is competitive and fair, and there is excellent opportunity for extra pay and overtime. From a professional development standpoint, I have learned an immense amount in my field over the past year. Enjoyable Travel: Excellent opportunities for work-related travel that adds great variety to the day-to-day routine.

Cons

Management Inconsistency Early On: My first supervisor took zero interest in team well-being, or development and the second had significant temperament issues that ultimately led to their departure. While it has been resolved now, Apparently management here like a lot of places is hit and miss. Heavy Workload: The workload can feel a bit overwhelming and intense at times. Striking a consistent work-life balance remains a challenge under the current demands. Role Expectation Mismatch: Some of the technical responsibilities and projects I have handled since joining were not clearly outlined or explained during the interview process. Navigating these unstated expectations alongside an already heavy workload has been a significant challenge.

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