Quality Architecture; Limited Design Leadership - Architect SmithGroup Employee Review

4.0
Mar 20, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

Architecture and engineering under one roof allows for rich collaboration and growth across disciplines; lots of senior staff with technical expertise and the chance to work on complex and well-executed institutional projects.

Cons

If interested in more of a design rather than a technical role, growth opportunities are limited. Senior designers tend to overshadow young talent rather than nurture it to create more leaders.

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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
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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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