Repair the cracks before they form schisms. - werkgeversreview Engineer bij Jacobs

2,0
2 sep 2008
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Goedkeuring directeur
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What keeps me going is the 9 day fortnight system the office has adopted. Knowing that every other week is only 4 doors makes me quite happy.

Minpunten

Where do I begin ? On the surface and in some areas Jacobs is a fantastic company, unfortunately due to the number of smaller companies that have been purchased there are some cracks within the machine. The lack of integration of some of the purchased companies into the main Jacobs' system really lets things down. It can seem very fragmented when people refer to the old companies that existed before Jacobs purchased them. Sometimes communication isn't always that great and it can be difficult to find out the basics. There are different company intranet systems which can be confusing. There's also a lack of consistency across the group with regards to how people are treated. Jacobs employees can share an office building yet be given widely differing packages and opportunities - this boils down to the part of Jacobs they joined and the relating historic legacies.

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5,0
3 apr 2026
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Strong learning environment for entry-level engineers Great exposure to large-scale transportation and infrastructure projects with experienced mentors and structured onboarding. Reputable global firm Jacobs’ strong brand name adds credibility to your résumé and opens doors for future opportunities in both public and private sectors. Good career growth and mobility Clear pathways to move into roles like Project Engineer, Assistant Resident Engineer, or Construction Management with internal postings encouraged. Supportive team culture (project-dependent) Most teams are collaborative, and senior staff are willing to guide junior engineers, especially in inspection and CM roles. Competitive benefits and job stability Solid health benefits, 401(k), PTO, and steadier work compared to smaller consulting firms—especially on long-term public agency contracts.

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Growth pace depends on manager and project Advancement and role expansion can vary widely based on leadership and available opportunities.

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4,0
29 jun 2026
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The benefits and unlimited pto are great

Minpunten

It’s a big company, so there are a lot of corporate games you have to play to get noticed and advance in your career

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