Is Jacobs a good company to work for as a Environmental Scientist/Project Manager, Environmental?

Environmental Scientist/Project Manager, Environmental professionals working at Jacobs have rated their employer with 3.2 out of 5 stars in 33 Glassdoor reviews. This is a lower than average score with the overall rating of Jacobs employees being 4.0 out of 5 stars. Search open Environmental Scientist/Project Manager, Environmental Jobs at Jacobs now and start preparing for your job interview by browsing frequently asked Environmental Scientist/Project Manager, Environmental interview questions at Jacobs .

What are the top reviewed jobs at Jacobs?

Engineer (325) , Project Manager (296) , Mechanical Engineer (125) , Project Engineer (120) , Civil Engineer (110) , Process Engineer (105) , Intern (93) , Senior Engineer (93) , Senior Project Manager (82) , Structural Engineer (60) , Graduate Engineer (57) , Architect (55) , Software Engineer (54) , Consultant (52) , Design Engineer (52)

What are the pros of working at Jacobs according to real employee reviews?

"the people are great and there are a lot of optional employee groups you can join to connect with people with similar viewpoints" ((in 508 reviews)); "They offer many good benefits and are always hosting morale functions for employees and their family members." ((in 382 reviews)); "Pay is good and work can be interesting." ((in 375 reviews)); "Flexibility and good work life balance" ((in 327 reviews)); "Culture was good and enjoyed time there" ((in 324 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Jacobs according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management... they waste most of the job budget on very high salaried people in meetings where very little if anything is accomplished." ((in 317 reviews)); "This was due to the fact that I received no training when I was hired." ((in 107 reviews)); "No Bonus As Provide Engg services to other companies work scope could be limited Hardly any international assignment opportunity" ((in 94 reviews)); "bad managers (depends on who you work for)" ((in 92 reviews)); "Upper management is disconnected from the work force .there" ((in 83 reviews))

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Jacobs Environmental Scientist/Project Manager, Environmental reviews

3.2

20% would recommend to a friend

(33 total reviews)

Bob Pragada

100% approve of CEO

18% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.6

Work/Life balance

4.1

Culture & values

4.1

Diversity & inclusion

2.2

Career opportunities

1.9

Senior management

1.7

Compensation and benefits

Environmental Scientist/Project Manager, Environmental employees have rated Jacobs with 3.2 out of 5 stars, based on 33 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Environmental Scientist/Project Manager, Environmental professionals have a good working experience there. Jacobs is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Environmental Scientist/Project Manager, Environmental professionals compared to other employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

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33 reviews

5.0

Mar 27, 2025

Great company

Environmental scientist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexibility and opportunities to grow.

Cons

Consulting is difficult because you hop to multiple projects

4.0

Nov 15, 2024

Good company

Environmental scientist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Competitive pay and a chance to work on various projects. Pretty good benefit options.

Cons

Involves significant travel out in the field at times. Schedules can suddenly change.

3.0

Oct 8, 2024

Amazing Culture, Terrible Pay

Environmental scientist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great flexi work benefits, amazing people.

Cons

The salary was barely liveable for a single person in a capital city.

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