Site Acquistion Specialist - Site Acquisition Specialist Jacobs Employee Review

4.0
Oct 1, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

Very flexible. Allows remote full-time work. Does not micro-manage. Managers applaud your work and are very supportive. Very safety conscious. Managers in general are good listeners.

Cons

Too much work for 40-hour full time job. Sometimes feel they take advantage of your "salary" position to get more work out of you instead of hiring supportive roles to offload the work. They preach work-life balance, but feel the work is very overwhelming at times. Although they are great about making sure everyone is safe, it's almost to the point where it is annoying where they monitor your speed and every move in company cars and make you fill out forms for safety before you can do anything.

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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
CEO approval
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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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