project engineer

senior project engineer

associate project manager

project manager

project coordinator

The Beck Group

Upper management only care about themselves, their bonuses, and their favorite employees. If you are not a favorite among the Director of Design or Director of Architecture you will cast aside working on small, basic projects and as soon as they can get ride of you they will. They will protect and give everything to construction side of business while architecture side is afterthought. They claim caring and integrity as their two company values, but they only care about their profits and bonuses that go to upper management before any employee. Leadership communicates poorly and will only act for good of shareholders while beating down employees every chance they can, even firing them to ensure firm makes a profit. Firm cut regular employee expenses and benefits, also required 100% billable hours a day, while favorite employees were able to have meetings for the "Fun Committee" during working hours. Leadership claims they allow flexible work hours, but you will be put at the top of the cut list unless you are at your desk from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. Leadership makes assumptions about employees goals and desires without ever talking to them showing they don't really care for employees, except for the handful of favorites that are still there after there four rounds of layoffs this year.

I enjoyed the experience in the accounting department. I learned to work with vendors processing their invoices. A typical day would start by resolvng questions that could originate from Operations as well as vendors & such as but not limited to, vendor usage analysis - 

Allocates own time efficiently - handles multiple demands and competing priorities; eliminates inefficiencies - possess visual speed and accuracy - ability to compare documents to batches and insure accuracy of vendor - and payment amount

Timely and accurately monitoring – entry - and confirmation of detailed financial information as it flows through multiple operating and financial systems 

Independently make decisions, prioritize tasks - process data and handle documents in accordance with standardized guidelines Interaction primarily with individuals inside the Accounting Department, but does involve work with other Brinker team members and individuals (vendors) outside Brinker

Good job and many benefits for those seeking a job in this field, but the accounting department is a little unorganized with a software program that isnt very user friendly.  The company should also press and push for going paperless and creating a document control system for filing because there is alot of wasted time being in a copy room along with paper.They also need to improve on better training programs rather than expecting people to know what to do and learn on their own and maybe consider utilizing some of the 40 hour training towards this. The company does alot of good for its employees, but the insurance and benefits are mediocre.  Sitting in a cubicle all day also got to be pretty dull and boring with little to no social interaction. This job is good for those that are in design and architecture, but for those in the business sector or accounting they must really be watchful and really know what you are getting into before signing on.

I initially began work for this company as a manual laborer at the Red Maple Rill exhibit at the Dallas Arboretum. I was there before any work had began, all the way to its completion in september of 2011. The next summer I worked as a Field Engineer Assistant, which helped me see the importance of the little things. Both jobs were beneficial, however difficult construction work may be. Some days it was 125+ on the heat index with no wind at the arboretum, but this taught me to take care of my body to prepare it for the grueling week ahead. I had to change my diet and workout schedule to compensate for the physical toll it took on my body. However, I bought my first car with all the money I made. Overall, these jobs were crucial in my development into a well-versed man. I am glad to have had both of these jobs.

A typical day at The Beck Group included answering the phone, directing calls, making copies, filing,  sending and receiving mail.  I really enjoyed working there.  When I took the job there it was only going to be for 18 months and/or until the construction job they were doing was done.  When that was done, the office manager at one of their other locations asked if I could come and work with her for a little bit longer so got to go and help her for a few more months.  I really liked the people I worked with there and was sad to see the job end and get laid off, but it was great to have had the experience.

Monday morning meetings were always a joy to hear about everyone's weekend and how the company was progressing with projects. I learned a lot about fitness and health through the programs they provided. Management was always busy with new projects coming up and client relations. I met a lot of talented open minded people that were eager to continue learning. I would say the hardest part of the job was the disconnect with bringing in new people and getting them the training needed to preform their job in a timely manner. However, being around such happy people made the job more enjoyable.

The work culture at Beck was unlike anything Ive ever experienced at a company. Beck cares ablut their employees and wants them all to be happy. They listened to employee concerns and were very open to innovative ideas. They also offer a yearly mentor/mentee program which is very beneficial to everyone. I served on the health and wellness committee as well as the activity/enrichment committee. Beck really encourages the employees to get out and have fun together in and out of the office. I would still be with Beck if they were a residential design builder. Loved this company!

What is the best part of working at the company?
Being a small part of several immense projects.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The inevitable politics, and the backstabbing / azz-kissing to get ahead.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
High-stress melodrama occasionally punctuated by teamwork and collaboration.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Early start, assess the situation and build a prioritization list, communicate and delegate to appropriate personnel, verify

After graduating from Texas Tech University, I began my career at The Beck Group in Dallas, Texas. This enabled me to obtain practical, in-depth experience in both construction and architecture. For four years, I had been part of the management team for multiple projects, ranging from a large Southwestern Bell telephone central office, to retail building expansions and turnkey projects from the ground up. I am experienced with construction management, technology and architecture, making me a qualified candidate for the design/build process.

A very busy, productive workplace nice lounging setting near many 
outside place of interest for breaks.  An open cubicle office setting by department cordial working environment.  Phases of summarized accounting including A/P , A/R, bank reconciliation, general ledger, check writing for disbursement and debit card administrator.  Worked with the Financial officer of the company.  The month end closing was the busiest time.  The most enjoyable was department meetings  and social times with the company employees.

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