Office Politic, weak leadership - Anonymous employee WSP Employee Review

1.0
23 Mar 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Nice office, nice junior workforce and newly developed online systems for projects.

Cons

Weak leadership with lots of office politics, blame culture for projects not going too well, and the boss' favourites often get to play "duck and run" and give these highly challenging situations to others who are not unaware of the extent of the issue, setting people up to fail. Dominant boys' club in every business unit, pushing out anyone who is not part of the group. The "token female leadership" is given in spots if the individuals are agreeable enough to follow the herd mentality of the boys' club and never be of real threat. Harassment complaints go nowhere in this place; bullying at the workplace happens unaddressed. Poor on-the-job training for young professionals means that young staff are often left to their devices or poorly briefed on tasks. Again, setting up people to fail. Work-life balances are reserved for those who the managers like; if you are not in one of those clubs, then expect to have an avalanche of workplaces to you (when they have work), and no one would care if you have lost 3-4 days of sleep. Managers openly noted that staff in some parts of the business are expected to work around 45 hours per week, as the norm, Although the employment contract states that they work 37.5 hours per week.

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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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