Pittsburgh location - Run away honestly. I needed therapy after leaving - Architectural Designer Jacobs Employee Review

1.0
Feb 27, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Learned a bit on Revit. They paid slightly higher than other similar companies

Cons

No opportunity for growth, Micromanaging, speaking to staff in a disrespectful way, lots of discrimination, being close-minded and still doing things the old way and not open to new things, boring office events tbh and the culture honestly sucks. I cried every day when I had to go to work. I did more engineering than I did architecture, so creativity was VERY limited. The health insurance offered is horrible and perks in general. No overtime pay but would want to overwork you. I could honestly keep going

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5.0
Apr 3, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

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.

Cons

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
Jun 29, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The benefits and unlimited pto are great

Cons

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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