Very Disappointing - Anonymous employee Jacobs Employee Review

2.0
Jul 23, 2014
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Higher salaries then expected however it comes with a catch...

Cons

Most managers do not seem to have knowledge of the departments they lead. They spew how they value employees however if your a not a complete follower and lie to the clients they provide services for, you are blackballed. They will keep the very low level inexperienced Managers & personnel and lie to the clients telling them they are the cream of the crop. They pay higher salaries to recruit individuals however your let go due to their work is very unsteady. Bad reputation in some markets.

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Cons

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