Too much, too fast - Anonymous employee WSP Employee Review

2.0
Jun 4, 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Legacy firm is nice to work for. Decent folks. Very family minded. Nice work-family balance.

Cons

Grew too much, too fast. Like Cancer. We want from some corporate oversight to full on corporate policy b-s. Growth has not been organic, and some of the promises made using merging are superseded by promises they have to make to other firms that are acquired. Locally, people's career path is not respected because it is in conflict with new firm direction, i.e. your job is made redundant because it's not the company's focus anymore. Local offices in smaller markets are used to outsource expensive work, leading to people being compartmentalized and lower wages for employees.

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5.0
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Pros

Great and supportive team, peers and healthy work culture, good scope of growth.

Cons

Pay relative to the industry and lower YoY hike in base salary, low PTOs

5.0
May 19, 2026
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Pros

With over 30 years in the engineering industry, I can say without hesitation that this is the most employee-attentive firm I have ever had the privilege of working for. What sets this organization apart is its commitment to staying at the forefront of the industry — not just technologically, but in how it values and invests in its people. The collective expertise of thousands of dedicated professionals here doesn't just benefit the company; it makes a meaningful impact on the world, and that sense of purpose has genuinely reignited my passion for engineering. The opportunities for growth are both vast and real. Across the firm's many initiatives, there is something for everyone who comes to work curious, motivated, and eager to contribute. This is not a place where ambition goes unnoticed. After more than three decades in this field, I have found a place I am proud to be part of — and one I hope to remain a part of for many years to come. If you are considering joining this team, I wholeheartedly encourage you to take that step.

Cons

If I have to mention a con, it would be monetary compensation, but who doesn't want more money. I took a paycut to join this firm and the amount of time I am investing, could be worth more than my current salary warrants.

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