Managers care about the project more than letting you grow - Environment and Land Services WSP Employee Review

2.0
8 Jan 2018
Recommend
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Pros

-Hiring so many people at once so most colleagues are in the same confusing boat as you are -Fun socials and monthly activities- however most are usually too busy doing overtime to go to most of them -Modern office and central location, new re-branding refreshes the company image

Cons

-Managers purposely not assisting your career development, denying you transfers to other department or going to WSP workshops or lessons as constantly short on staff -High pressure environment, managers have no time to focus on your own growth in company and more focused on deadlines -Extremely bad work life balance caused at least two or three colleagues emotional breakdowns within months -Extremely high turnover, approx. 10 left in one year out of 60 people in department -No initial training provided, graduates have to train other graduates -Low pay for central London (£22k for graduates) -Occasional upper management refusal of pay raise or bonuses with no explanation offered -Lack of diversity in upper management, project managers and above are all Caucasian, around 60-70% were men in business for 10+ years

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Cons

- Lowish pay for an intern

5.0
19 May 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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