Big Boys Club - Imbalanced treatment of employees - Engineer Hatch Employee Review

3.0
Jan 29, 2013
Recommend
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Pros

The company has many locations internationally with some flexibility to go to different locations; they have a variety of projects, making the work interesting for the most part; there is an on-site gym at the head office location.

Cons

Just like the title says, men from certain backgrounds are given better opportunities; certain groups within the company's strategic business focus are treated more favourably in terms of upward mobility and pay, and if you're not lucky enough to be in those groups then you are basically cheap labour; some managers are promoted for the wrong reasons and don't have management skills.

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5.0
May 1, 2026
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Pros

great work environment, very communicative and collaborative. Easy and open communication with PMs and upper leadership.

Cons

need to be proactive to get work, especially if you're new. lot of travel, pro or con depending on your outlook.

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3.0
May 18, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Exceptional project exposure across major U.S. transit, infrastructure, and energy pursuits — the portfolio and client roster are genuinely impressive and great for your professional brand The LTK Engineering Services acquisition brought in a strong, collaborative office culture that is noticeably more grounded and people-focused than the broader Hatch Ltd (Canadian entity) culture Strong brand recognition in the A/E/C space that opens doors with major public agencies

Cons

Hired under the Client Action Team structure, which led to significant instability — multiple management changes in a short period with little transparency or consistency Overlapping time zones and regional boundaries create constant coordination friction; the flat hierarchy sounds good on paper but breaks down quickly when accountability is unclear and no one owns decisions Zero flexibility on in-office requirements — no hybrid accommodation even when the nature of the work doesn't require it Promotions are not merit-based. Advancement appears tied to visibility metrics like road safety observations and office attendance rather than the quality or impact of your work — deeply frustrating for high performers

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