High pressure, low support – a sink or swim approach - Graduate Engineering Geologist Mott MacDonald Employee Review

Thank you for sharing such a detailed and thoughtful review. We're genuinely sorry to hear that your experience at Mott MacDonald did not meet your expectations or ours, and we appreciate your openness in highlighting both the positives and the areas where you felt let down. We're glad to hear that you found the pay and benefits, particularly the maternity policy, to be competitive and supportive. These are areas we continue to invest in to ensure our people feel valued and cared for. Your feedback regarding the performance culture, onboarding experience, and support for graduates is deeply concerning and taken seriously. We understand how critical it is to create an environment where early career professionals feel safe, supported, and able to learn. We’re committed to reviewing these concerns to ensure they are addressed appropriately. Your suggestions around onboarding, mentoring, and graduate development are incredibly valuable. We agree that people are long-term investments, and we’re actively working to continuously review and improve our induction processes and support structures to better reflect that philosophy. Thank you again for your honesty and for taking the time to share your experience. We wish you all the very best in your future endeavours and appreciate your contribution during your time with us.