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SWCA specializes in environmental and sustainability planning, with over 50 planning practitioners nationwide. Our planners have long standing relationships with clients with opportunity to build on with clients in the Renewable, Transmission, Mining, Oil & Gas, Federal Government industries. read more
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EMPLOYEE
PARTICIPANTS
391
TOTAL
RATINGS
11240

SWCA Company Culture

SWCA Culture

This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews
Choice Employer
A+
4.9/5

SWCA CEO

Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Joseph Fluder III SWCA's CEO
Joseph Fluder III
89 /100

Diversity at SWCA

Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
A+

Diverse employees at SWCA have rated Team, Leadership, and Manager as the highest categories they have scored

Women at SWCA

Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
A+

Women at SWCA have rated Team, Happiness, and Executive Team as the highest categories they have scored

SWCA 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?"
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Recommend to a Friend?

66

SWCA employees are 66% more likely to recommend SWCA as a great place to work

72%Promoters
22%Passives
6%Detractors

SWCA Company News

Working at SWCA

Working at SWCA is rated highly by 391 employees, across various culture dimensions. SWCA employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Compensation, and Environment categories, putting SWCA’s culture in the Top 5% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 10% compared to other companies in Phoenix. See below in detail how working at SWCA was rated by employees.

Overall Company Culture at SWCA

A+

Overall Company Culture at SWCA is rated A+

Last updated months ago

Top
5%

SWCA ranks in the Top 5% of other companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score

Overall Company Culture Score by Department

This graph details how each department scores their Overall Company Culture

Results from 391 Employees

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Business Dev
89
Business Dev89
Finance
89
Finance89
Admin
88
Admin88
HR
88
HR88
Marketing
88
Marketing88
Operations
88
Operations88
Customer Success
87
Customer Success87
Engineering
87
Engineering87
IT
86
IT86
Customer Support
85
Customer Support85
Natural Resources
84
Natural Resources84
Environmental Planning
83
Environmental Planning83
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
82
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)82
Cultural Resources
78
Cultural Resources78
Product
72
Product72

SWCA Employee Reviews

Out of 2665 SWCA employee reviews, 96% were positive. The remaining 4% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping SWCA improve their work culture.

96%
4%
Positive Reviews96%
Constructive Feedback4%

Positive Reviews From SWCA Employees

  • What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?
    Caring for others, collaborating, and forming a community where we can rely on each other. When I am out, I trust that others are taking care of my clients and projects.
  • What is the best part about your compensation package?
    The flexibility in my work hours/schedule is key because I have a daughter in elementary school that can have unpredictable schedules. The unlimited PTO is great, but only because of the willingness of my supervisor and leadership team to support me taking time off.
  • What do you like best about the leadership team?
    My immediate leadership team (Sr. Director supervisor and VP) seem to be sincerely invested in the company and staff. I feel comfortable going to them with questions and concerns. The higher-level leadership team (up to the CEO) seem to care about the people as well as the numbers.

Constructive Feedback From SWCA Employees

  • Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?
    My pay is below average for my skillset and experience in the industry and area. I would feel better if the company was better at allowing training and continuing education. This is often discouraged from a cost perspective from leadership and executive teams.
  • Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?
    Our salaries (specifically for planners) are below comparable positions of our competitors. Health insurance is good, but doesn't cover as much compared to other plans.
  • What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?
    I have noticed a trend toward employees at the field level matter the position not respecting other peoples opinions or approaches

SWCA Company Information

SWCA Company Overview

SWCA specializes in environmental and sustainability planning, with over 50 planning practitioners nationwide. Our planners have long standing relationships with clients with opportunity to build on with clients in the Renewable, Transmission, Mining, Oil & Gas, Federal Government industries.

SWCA was founded in 1981 and its current CEO is Joseph Fluder III. Since its inception 45 years ago, SWCA has grown to 1500 employees.

SWCA Mission, Vision & Values

SWCA Mission Statement

To preserve natural and cultural resources for tomorrow while enabling projects that benefit people today.

SWCA Vision Statement

SWCA is the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee ownership.

SWCA Values

  • #OneSWCA - Working together, we’re able to have a greater impact in our communities, within our company, and for our clients.
  • #AlwaysLearning - We expand our knowledge base, ask important questions, find innovative approaches, and leverage our collective expertise.
  • #GivesBack - We promote a culture of giving at SWCA. To our employees, communities, and our environment.
  • #NeverSettle - Good is never good enough. We set the bar high because we have the best experts in the industry who make performance a top priority.

Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility at SWCA

It’s the right thing to do.

As a business, we are committed to reducing our impact on the environment, as reflected in our sustainability vision statement:

“SWCA believes that achieving a sustainable balance between humanity’s social, economic, and environmental needs is essential in providing a healthy planet for future generations. We believe our sustainability actions will create a stronger company and will help ensure a prosperous future for our employees and clients and the communities we live in. We will be innovative and proactive leaders in sustainable business practices, and we will promote such practices by serving as a positive example for others.”

For more information, download our Sustainability Report (https://www.swca.com/sustainability-environmental-stewardship)

At SWCA, we believe in helping our communities in a meaningful way, collectively and as individuals.

Every year our employees participate in an array of community and charitable service projects. We volunteer our time and professional expertise, raise funds for worthy causes, and donate everything from food and holiday gifts for needy families to school supplies for disadvantaged kids and personal care items for shelter residents. Most of these activities are grassroots efforts that take place at the office level.

In addition, SWCA offers employees Gives Back Hours. This annual benefit gives employees 4 hours of paid time to use toward volunteer events, such as donating blood or participating in a park clean-up. SWCA also offers employees the opportunity to donate to charitable organizations in lieu of receiving service awards and/or holiday gifts.

Last year, SWCA donated $112,000 to 145 charities, and together, our employees dedicated more than 1,400 hours to various events and causes.

Headquarter20 E. Thomas Road, Suite 1700
Phoenix, AZ 85012
United States of America
Websitewww.swca.com/
Founding Date1981
Company StatusPrivate
Jobswww.swca.com/careers
Social Sites

SWCA Employees

SWCA has 1500 employees. 391 employees at SWCA have reviewed SWCA 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 391 SWCA employees give their leadership a grade of A+, or Top 5% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.

Employees at SWCA are extremely happy with their total compensation at SWCA, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.

Overall, employees at SWCA are extremely happy with their team. 391 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an A+. The majority believe the meetings at SWCA are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.

The majority of employees at SWCA believe the environment at SWCA is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at SWCA is comfortably fast. About 71% of the employees at SWCA work 8 hours or less.

Overall, the employees at SWCA are extremely happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.

A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
SWCA employees generally work 8.5 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at SWCA report the work pace is comfortably fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
97% of SWCA employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
SWCA employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
81% of SWCA employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
SWCA employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
Feedback
A Day in the Life
97% of SWCA employees call their work environment positive
Environment

Joining SWCA - Employee Onboarding

The prevailing opinion from employees about joining SWCA is that the company was very unprepared on their first day. SWCA employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was negative. 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.

SWCA KPIs and OKRs

Employees’ understanding of SWCA's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 377 SWCA employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 365 have said yes.

AnswerPercent
Yes97%
No3%
Are your company's goals clear, and are you invested in them?
AnswerPercent
Yes0%
No100%
Are the KPIs/OKRs for your department clear?

SWCA CEO & Leadership

Joseph Fluder III SWCA's CEO
89 /100

SWCA CEO Awards and Recognitions

Best CEOs 2025 (Large Companies)
Best CEOs 2024 (Large Companies)
Best CEOs 2023 (Large Companies)

SWCA’s CEO Joseph Fluder III started in this role in 2003. Joseph’s approval rate is in the Top 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 5% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Phoenix. With a high CEO score, Joseph Fluder III has won the Best CEOs in 2025. SWCA’s CEO is highly regarded especially by employees in the Finance department, employees in the Business Development department, and employees in the Marketing department. However, employees in the Product department, Non-Binary employees, and employees in the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) department have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to SWCA’s competitors, Joseph Fluder III ranks right above Arcadis CEO Peter Oosterveer. Under Fluder III’s leadership, SWCA employee respondents are most happy about their Compensation and the company’s Environment. Meetings and Work Culture are two areas, according to respondents, where SWCA could stand to see real improvement.

SWCA Leadership

The SWCA Executive Team is rated an “A+” and led by CEO Joseph Fluder III, CEO, President, Director Joseph Fluder III, and CFO, Executive VP, Director Denis Henry

  • Joseph Fluder III  CEO / President

    Joseph Fluder III CEO / President

    Joseph Fluder III serves as the CEO / President of SWCA.

  • Joseph Fluder III CEO, President, Director

    As SWCA’s Chief Executive Officer and President, Joseph is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the... read more

  • Denis Henry CFO, Executive VP, Director

    Denis is our Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President. He joined SWCA in 2008. Denis, who holds an MBA, is a... read more

  • Deborah Owens Chief People Officer

    As Chief People Officer, Deborah oversees the Human Resources team to ensure that all of SWCA receives the support... read more

  • Linda Lannen Chief Technology Officer

    Linda Lannen is SWCA’s Chief Technology Officer. She has more than 20 years of experience in the AEC industry, tackling... read more

  • Norma Crumbley Senior Vice President, Director

    Norma is the Senior Vice President for SWCA’s Rockies region, which includes offices in Colorado, New Mexico, North... read more

  • Robert Kroeger Senior Vice President

    Bob is the Senior Vice President for SWCA’s West region, which includes offices in Arizona, California, Hawaii, and... read more

  • Robert Kloepfer Senior Vice President

    Robert Kloepfer is the Senior Vice President for SWCA’s Central/East Region, which includes offices in Florida,... read more

Diversity & Inclusion at SWCA

Diverse employees at SWCA score the company 85/100 across various culture categories, placing SWCA in the Top 5% of companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at SWCA across various culture dimensions.

We value and celebrate the unique differences that make us OneSWCA. ,,At SWCA, we believe that inclusion and diversity is about all of us. We are striving to create a space where learning is appreciated and sharing the unique insights, perspectives, and backgrounds of others is encouraged. We are committed to employee success measured solely by contributions to advancing our scientific and technical work.,,We offer the following Employee Resource Groups, open to all employees:,,Black Employee Resource Group,LatinX at SWCA,Asian and Pacific Islander Employee Resource Group,LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group,Women of SWCA,Female Minority Environmental Scientists,Veterans at SWCA,Mental Health Matters,Working Parents and Caregivers,Millennials for Environmental Justice,As we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, our Inclusion & Diversity strategy provides us with a road map.,,SWCA'S THREE PILLARS OF INCLUSION & DIVERSITY,1) SWCA Gives Back and Supplier Diversity,2) An Inclusive Culture of Belonging,3) Talent Diversity

Ranked Culture the Highest

Women 90/100
Department - Finance
Men 93/100
Department - HR
Diverse Employees 94/100
Department - Business Development

Ranked Culture the Lowest

Women 72/100
Department - Product
Men 70/100
Department - Product
Diverse Employees 77/100
Department - Cultural Resources

SWCA Perks & Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan Employee Wellness Days

Health & Wellness

  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

  • PTO / Vacation Policy
  • Paid Holidays
  • Maternity / Paternity Leave

Financial Benefits

  • 401K / Retirement Plan
  • Performance Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Office Perks

  • Free Food
  • Pet-Friendly
  • Company Social Outings
  • Work From Home Policy
  • Unique Office Space

SWCA PTO

SWCA's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year with 0% of employees expected to be work free while out of office. Paid Time Off is SWCA's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 100% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. SWCA's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a less than $500 cash value per month.

AnswerPercent
Flex Time0%
Vacation Policy100%
Office Meals0%
401k Contribution0%
Childcare0%
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
AnswerPercent
Yes100%
No0%
Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?
AnswerPercent
$2500+/mo0%
$1500 - $2500/mo0%
$1000 -$1500/mo0%
$500 -$1000/mo0%
Less than $500/mo100%
What do you estimate the cash value of your benefits to be? Healthcare, PTO, etc?

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Candidates By Department

All Industries
60%
IT
20%
Engineering
20%

Candidates By Location

Phoenix
80%
Tucson
20%

Frequently Asked Questions regarding SWCA

What is SWCA address?

SWCA location is at 20 E. Thomas Road, Suite 1700

Who is the CEO of SWCA?

SWCA CEO is Joseph Fluder III, their score by employees is 89

What is SWCA eNPS?

The eNPS for SWCA is 66

How many employees work in SWCA?

SWCA has 1500 employees

Who are SWCA competitors?

SWCA main competitors are Arcadis, ICF, Tetra Tech, AECOM

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