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At Golder, we thrive on challenges. Working to solve some of the world’s biggest challenges is a goal that ignites us. It inspires our thinking and drives our actions. read more
Golder Associates Company Culture
Golder Associates Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.8/5
Golder Associates' Overall Culture is rated D+
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Team
B-Environment
C+Manager
CProfessional Development
CDiversity
CGolder Associates CEO
Bottom 5%Bottom 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Hisham Mahmoud
45 /100
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Diversity at Golder Associates
Bottom 40%Bottom 40% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C
Diverse employees at Golder Associates have rated Retention, Happiness, and Leadership as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Golder Associates
Bottom 20%Bottom 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
D
Women at Golder Associates have rated Happiness, Work Culture, and Compensation as the highest categories they have scored
Golder Associates eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 35%Bottom 35% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-15
Golder Associates employees are -15% more likely to recommend Golder Associates as a great place to work
| 31% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 23% | Passives |
| 46% | Detractors |
Working at Golder Associates
Working at Golder Associates is rated below average by 47 employees, across various culture dimensions. Golder Associates employees rate Team highest among all categories, and think that CEO Rating and Leadership have the most room for improvement, putting Golder Associates’s culture in the Bottom 25% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 25% compared to other companies in Seattle. See below in detail how working at Golder Associates was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Golder Associates
D+
Overall Company Culture at Golder Associates is rated D+
Last updated months ago
Bottom
25%
Golder Associates ranks in the Bottom 25% of other companies on Comparably with 1-10 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Golder Associates Employee Reviews
Out of 60 Golder Associates employee reviews, 90% were positive. The remaining 10% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Golder Associates improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 90% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 10% |
Positive Reviews From Golder Associates Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?Felt very natural conversation oriented rather than examination / pop quiz like
- What makes you most happy at work?Working with people, comfortable amounts of time allocated to project work
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?People and learning opportunities, variety of work
Constructive Feedback From Golder Associates Employees
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Responsibilities ramp up quickly with no financial compensation to coincide. Often the supervisor of very large and expensive projects with huge safety considerations while being the lowest paid individual on site by a wide margin
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?salary is on the low-mid end compared to peers in the region, even though my performance has consistently been above average. Benefits are poor as well, especially for an employee-owned company. Increase salary for high performers and improve medical benefits
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Change CEO and upper management
Golder Associates Company Information
Golder Associates Mission, Vision & Values
Golder Associates Mission Statement
At Golder, we thrive on challenges. Working to solve some of the world’s biggest challenges is a goal that ignites us. It inspires our thinking and drives our actions.
Golder Associates Vision Statement
A client-centric, global leader in our chosen markets, differentiated through a strong culture of ownership, professional excellence, and investment in our people.
Golder Associates Values
- Integrity
- Excellence
- Teamwork
- Caring
- Owenrship
| Headquarter | 3801 PGA Boulevard, Suite 603 Redmond, WA 33410 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.golder.com |
| Founding Date | 1960 |
| Tel | (770) 934-9476 |
| Company Status | Private |
| Social Sites |
Golder Associates Competitors
Golder Associates competitors include Jacobs, Arcadis, GHD, and Carollo Engineers. Golder Associates ranks 5th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Golder Associates compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
Golder Associates Employees
47 employees at Golder Associates have reviewed Golder Associates across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 47 Golder Associates employees give their leadership a grade of D, or Bottom 15% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Golder Associates are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at Golder Associates, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Golder Associates are pleased with their team. 47 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a B-. The majority believe the meetings at Golder Associates are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Golder Associates believe the environment at Golder Associates is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Golder Associates is comfortably fast. About 59% of the employees at Golder Associates work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at Golder Associates are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Golder Associates - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Golder Associates is that the company was prepared on their first day. Golder Associates employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 100% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Golder Associates KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Golder Associates' KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 3 Golder Associates employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Golder Associates CEO & Leadership
Golder Associates CEO - Hisham Mahmoud
45 /100
Hisham’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Hisham in the Bottom 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 5% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Seattle. Hisham Mahmoud’s employees rank Golder Associates in the Top 40% for Team, in the Top 50% for Environment, and in the Bottom 45% for Manager.
Golder Associates Leadership
The Golder Associates Executive Team is rated a “D+” and led by CEO Hisham Mahmoud, Principal and VP Business Development Brian Senefelder, and vice president Adrian Cruz
Hisham Mahmoud CEO / President
Hisham Mahmoud serves as the CEO / President of Golder Associates.
Brian Senefelder Principal and VP Business Development
Brian Senefelder serves as the Principal and VP Business Development of Golder Associates. Brian started at Golder... read more
Adrian Cruz vice president
adrian cruz serves as the vice president of Golder Associates. adrian started at Golder Associates in March of 2000.... read more
Charlie Dominguez Principal and Vice President, Central Region
Charlie Dominguez serves as the Principal and Vice President, Central Region of Golder Associates. Charlie started at... read more
Edward Jackson Vice President, Western US
Edward Jackson serves as the Vice President, Western US of Golder Associates. Edward started at Golder Associates in... read more
Michael Nardone Vice President
Michael Nardone serves as the Vice President of Golder Associates. Michael started at Golder Associates in December of... read more
Rick Keenan Principal and Vice President, Construction Division
Rick Keenan serves as the Principal and Vice President, Construction Division of Golder Associates. Rick started at... read more
George Deardorff serves as the VP of Golder Associates.
Randy March VP, Principal Geological Engineer
Randy March serves as the VP, Principal Geological Engineer of Golder Associates. Randy started at Golder Associates in... read more
Diversity & Inclusion at Golder Associates
Diverse employees at Golder Associates score the company 68/100 across various culture categories, placing Golder Associates in the Bottom 40% of companies on Comparably with 1-10 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Golder Associates across various culture dimensions.
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Golder Associates Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Performance Bonus
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Office Perks
- Work From Home Policy
Golder Associates PTO
Golder Associates' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 15-20 days off a year. Golder Associates' benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a less than $500 cash value per month.
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Golder Associates Careers
Golder Associates Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Golder Associates applied for 11 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 91% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
11
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 91% Granted (10 out of 11)
- 0% Denied ( out of 11)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 11)
- 9% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (1 out of 11)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Golder Associates on Comparably
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Golder Associates
What is Golder Associates address?
Golder Associates location is at 3801 PGA Boulevard, Suite 603
Who is the CEO of Golder Associates?
Golder Associates CEO is Hisham Mahmoud, their score by employees is 45
What is Golder Associates eNPS?
The eNPS for Golder Associates is -15
Who are Golder Associates competitors?
Golder Associates main competitors are Jacobs, Arcadis, GHD, Carollo Engineers
What are the benefits at Golder Associates?
Golder Associates perks and benefits are Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Maternity / Paternity Leave, 401K / Retirement Plan, Performance Bonus, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Stock Purchase Plan & Work From Home Policy
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