McDermott Reviews

3.7

71% would recommend to a friend

(1,459 total reviews)
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Michael McKelvy

83% approve of CEO

65% positive business outlook

McDermott has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 1,459 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The McDermott employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Energy, mining, utilities industry (3.7 stars).

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Pros

Relatively higher compensation package compared to similar roles in the external market. Supportive colleagues who are willing to help and collaborate with one another.

Cons

Poor leadership and lack of operational consistency are some of the biggest challenges within the team. Leadership decisions often appear to be influenced by favoritism rather than demonstrated leadership capability and experience. Workload distribution is uneven across shifts, yet concerns regarding staffing levels are frequently dismissed despite clear differences in volume and responsibilities. There is also a noticeable disconnect between the policies being implemented and the behaviors demonstrated by management, as rules are not always consistently followed by those enforcing them. Team leads, who are expected to provide support and guidance when issues arise, are often unavailable at the same time, leaving team members without adequate assistance. Additional responsibilities are regularly assigned under the guise of “projects” without clear purpose, recognition, or benefit to employees. Suggestions for process improvements are rarely considered, and decisions are often made without consulting the individuals who possess the most subject matter expertise. Processes lack standardization, resulting in inconsistent handling of requests. Benefits are not equally advantageous for all employees. For example, married employees can enroll eligible children as dependents at no additional cost, while many single employees must pay additional fees to enroll their parents or other qualified dependents. Given that a significant portion of the workforce is single, the dependent coverage structure may feel less equitable for some employees.

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