Does Federal Highway Administration pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Federal Highway Administration employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Federal Highway Administration. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Federal Highway Administration?

90% of Federal Highway Administration employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Federal Highway Administration 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.1 for culture and values and 4.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Federal Highway Administration?

Civil Engineer (9) , Transportation Specialist (6) , Area Engineer (5) , Pathways Intern (4) , Transportation Policy Analyst (4) , Intern (3) , Transportation Planner (3) , Community PLanner (2) , Contract Specialist (2) , Director (2) , Financial Specialist (2) , Pathways Internship (2) , Program Manager (2) , Structural Engineer (2) , Student Engineer Trainee (2)

What are the pros of working at Federal Highway Administration according to real employee reviews?

"Work life balance is great" ((in 17 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 16 reviews)); "Great opportunity to collaborate with multifaceted engineering projects." ((in 5 reviews)); "Great coworkers." ((in 4 reviews)); "Flexible schedules, nice co" ((in 4 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Federal Highway Administration according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay, a bit unorganized" ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about Federal Highway Administration layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Federal Highway Administration layoffs and their outlook for job security at Federal Highway Administration in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Federal Highway Administration locations?

Washington , Lakewood , Ashburn , Vancouver , Baltimore , Sterling , Denver , Atlanta , McLean , Lansing , Austin , Sevierville , Tallahassee , Salt Lake City , Chicago , Des Plaines , Springfield , Phoenix , Ovid , Frankfort , Cheyenne , Columbus , Yosemite National Park , Sacramento , Hartford , Henderson , Topeka , Columbia , Dallas

Federal Highway Administration reviews

4.0

90% would recommend to a friend

(120 total reviews)

Victor M Mendez

84% approve of CEO

53% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (120 reviews)

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Federal Highway Administration has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 120 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Federal Highway Administration employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Government & Public Administration industry (3.6 stars).

Reviews by job title

120 reviews

5.0

Sep 29, 2014

My experience was both rewarding and fulfilling from a professional perspective.

Transportation specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The people who work here are generally personable, team players, and very professional. Work life balance is an important element of the organization's values.

Cons

Much like any government agency, the bureaucratic nature always presents challenges in the implementation of any changes.

4.0

Apr 6, 2014

Great agency, but diminishing returns for motivated people

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Don't get me wrong, FHWA is very deserving of their Top Federal Agencies to work for, which is why it is deserving of 4 out of 5 stars. Management is usually very supportive and there is a great team-like atmosphere. They allow for a very flexible work schedule and have a great work-life balance.

Cons

Departments are sometimes silo'd and management may not be supportive if interagency politics are involved. Also, merit-based promotions and rewards are no more than "atta-boys," which can be disheartening when advancing.

5.0

Jan 24, 2014

unknown person

Contractor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

great place to work as a federal worker

Cons

being contractor is not easy

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Jobs at Federal Highway Administration

Lead Community Planner

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Texas Division Administrator (DA)

Deputy Associate Administrator for Highway Policy and External Affairs

Civil Engineer (Highway) (Claims)