Does Mott MacDonald pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Mott MacDonald employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Mott MacDonald. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Mott MacDonald?

79% of Mott MacDonald employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Mott MacDonald 4.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.1 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Mott MacDonald?

Project Manager (153) , Engineer (124) , Civil Engineer (108) , Consultant (79) , Graduate Engineer (79) , Graduate Civil Engineer (74) , Senior Project Manager (55) , Assistant Project Manager (51) , Senior Engineer (48) , Structural Engineer (44) , Senior Consultant (39) , Mechanical Engineer (38) , Principal Engineer (38) , Intern (37) , Geotechnical Engineer (24)

What are the pros of working at Mott MacDonald according to real employee reviews?

"People are great and genuinely want to make a difference." ((in 257 reviews)); "They were very flexible which provided a good work/life balance." ((in 245 reviews)); "Good culture and friendly." ((in 236 reviews)); "Colleagues are friendly and helpful." ((in 120 reviews)); "Great working environment and people!" ((in 96 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Mott MacDonald according to real employee reviews?

"Low salary and increment given" ((in 203 reviews)); "low pay and countryside location" ((in 92 reviews)); "Senior management are cold and inaccessible" ((in 43 reviews)); "no training or resources to expand myself constant deadlines and really felt like I was a number and not a person" ((in 36 reviews)); "Some managers have unrealistic expectations for the amount of work you can do in a certain time period." ((in 36 reviews))

What are employees saying about Mott MacDonald layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Mott MacDonald layoffs and their outlook for job security at Mott MacDonald in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Mott MacDonald locations?

Iselin , New York , Houston , Seattle , San Jose , Pensacola , San Francisco , Boston , Westwood , Washington , Austin , Pearland , Hattiesburg , Los Angeles , West Springfield , Atlanta , Newark , Chicago , Arlington , Buffalo , Charlotte , Raleigh , Denver , Philadelphia , Miami , The Woodlands , Lakewood , Freehold , Jersey City , Old Bridge

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Mott MacDonald

Mott MacDonald reviews

3.9

79% would recommend to a friend

(3,221 total reviews)

James Harris

89% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.2

Diversity & inclusion

4.2

Work/Life balance

4.1

Culture & values

3.7

Career opportunities

3.5

Compensation and benefits

3.4

Senior management

Mott MacDonald has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 3,221 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Mott MacDonald employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

3K reviews

5.0

Feb 4, 2025

Brilliant, Collaborative, Fun

Brand manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Collaborative environment, professional development, work-life balance.

Cons

Resource Allocation: Occasionally, there are challenges with resource allocation, which could delay project timelines.

Mott MacDonald Response

Thank you for sharing your review! It's great to hear that you appreciate the collaborative environment, development opportunities, and work-life balance at Mott MacDonald. These are certainly important aspects that contribute to a positive work experience. Regarding the challenges with resource allocation, it's understandable that this can be a concern, especially when it impacts project timelines. It's valuable feedback that can help us to improve our processes. We would recommend discussing these challenges with your line manager. Sometimes, sharing specific examples can lead to more effective solutions. Your perspective is invaluable and can contribute to making Mott MacDonald an even better place to work. Thank you for your insights!

5.0

Feb 1, 2025

good company

Civil and structural engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

nice view from 35th floor office

Cons

everything is quite good actually

3.0

Feb 1, 2025

Pays well, high annual leaves, and poor management

Renewable energy engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pays well, offers decent amount of annual leave days.

Cons

Always sudden changes from management.

Mott MacDonald Response

Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you appreciate our competitive pay and generous annual leave. We understand that sudden changes can be challenging, and we're committed to improving communication and stability within our management processes. For further support and to share more detailed feedback, please feel free to contact your HR representative or line manager. They are always available to assist you with any concerns or suggestions you may have. Your input is valuable in helping us create a better work environment for everyone.

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