Architect 2 - Architect SmithGroup Employee Review

4.0
Jun 26, 2016
Recommend
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Pros

Mostly good projects. A lot of very talented staff. Multi-discipline office makes your job a little easier. A lot of work right now, you stay busy. 15 Fridays off per year is awesome. Benefits are adequate compared to the standard.

Cons

Very heavy on corporate buzzwords: "Thought leadership" and that kind of nonsense. Few pieces of deadweight that have been around forever. Pay is good in the door, but slow increasing after.

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5.0
May 22, 2026
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Pros

Very welcoming environment with talented engineers and architects. They’re passionate about sustainability and performance-driven design. IMPACT is great as well.

Cons

Tasks could get boring after a while, which is true for repetitive work in any field, not just this company. But for a short-term internship, everything felt enjoyable and educational.

3.0
Jul 21, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Occasional Friday-offs (normal workday is 8.5 hours)

Cons

Low salary Top-heavy organization structure Tendency to silo

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