Unprofessional behaviour and unfair team structure - Anonymous employee Mott MacDonald Employee Review

1.0
Apr 27, 2022
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

The core job itself was interesting.

Cons

Unprofessional conduct and in-fighting by management and co-workers. I would not recommend this company to anyone who is experienced in the workplace and is not an engineer. Career advancement is very much in the old network + 20 years in the company. You can check the profiles of old employees that only have a bachelor's or maybe a master's degree. They treated people with no respect and bullied them. Asked twice to join meetings during holidays by colleagues and supervisors. Ineffective HR department which contributes to bullying. Bullying comes from high management to the end of the chain. This company expects you to work hard for no return. Only 21 leave days per year. Little communication skills. Mott Mac operates a blame culture. I eventually found a new job and escaped.

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5.0
Jul 8, 2026
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Pros

Niche software dev BU followed through with employment offer after 6 month contract-to-hire period. Provided me FMLA and even additional 2 weeks paid maternity leave without any legal obligation. Hybrid remote/office-based strategy supported work-life balance. Employee-ownership of company strengthened team mentality. Improved my resource management skills, built network via enterprise training sessions, increased GIS and agile methodology domain knowledge, and learned interesting facts about sustainability and construction engineering environmental design dependencies. Also, I felt heard and valued after my project risk reporting was addressed by leadership and a major issue avoided.

Cons

My labor cost became commercially restrictive after leadership changes at a strategic client. I was impacted during an Oct. Reduction in Force post a re-org.

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Mott MacDonald Response
2d
It is positive to read such detailed and thoughtful feedback about your experience. The opportunities you describe, from developing technical expertise and resource management skills to building networks and expanding your knowledge of sustainability and engineering, reflect exactly the kind of growth we hope people gain during their time with us. We are also particularly pleased to hear that you felt listened to and valued when raising project risks. Creating a culture where people feel able to speak up and contribute is incredibly important, and it is rewarding to know that your input helped support a positive outcome. At the same time, we appreciate your openness about the circumstances surrounding your departure. Organisational and client changes can have a significant impact on individuals and teams, and we recognise how challenging those situations can be. Thank you for your kind words about integrity, respect and transparency. We are grateful for the contribution you made during your time with Mott MacDonald and are especially pleased to hear that you would consider recommending or rejoining us in the future.
4.0
Jul 1, 2026
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Pros

Mott MacDonald is a great company to work for if you’re starting out

Cons

Growth timeline. If you’re looking for continuous growth opportunities, be patient

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Mott MacDonald Response
1w
Starting your career can be a defining period, so it is great to hear that Mott MacDonald provides a positive foundation for professional development. We are pleased that your overall experience led you to recommend us and that you saw the business as a good place for people beginning their careers. We also appreciate your honest feedback regarding the pace of progression. Career growth is important at every stage, and we recognise that expectations around development and advancement can vary from person to person. We continue to focus on providing opportunities for learning, development and career progression across the business. Thank you for sharing your experience.
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