Jacobs reviews

4.0

81% would recommend to a friend

(7,771 total reviews)
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Bob Pragada

90% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

Jacobs has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 7,771 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Jacobs employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

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8K reviews
4.0
Aug 24, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Lots of opportunities if you can find them. Potential for overseas transfers. Lots of projects.

Cons

Depending on the team or location experiences can differ. Can seem very american. Lots of bureaucracy in the UK which can make things difficult.

3.0
Aug 22, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Opportunities alongside role are good

Cons

Pay is below average for apprentices

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