Let me be clear, this review holds no grudges. This is a very carefully thought-out review.
The worst thing about HDR Calgary is the absolutely poor management team. There is a gross lack of leadership qualities and anything even close to it. I have worked in a few consulting companies and I can definitely say that this is the worst management team I have seen.
For starters, all projects almost always come out over-budget, leaving the leadership looking for who to peg the blame on. The atmosphere as a result of this is septic and in all cases, the Project Managers/Leads never take responsibility. This has happened on multiple occasions.
The project management team in HDR Calgary is absolutely clueless on how to finish a project on budget. I can count the number of projects that came out on budget on one hand.
There is mass misappropriation of Client budget on a Senior-level employees, with high charge rates, who don't contribute to the project progress, resulting in a net total loss to the company.
I would advise patience and not apply to this company. However, if you are considering HDR Calgary, the only advice I will give is this: Cover your butt like diapers on a newborn, there's always a "peg the blame" game going on.
Good luck and God bless!
