Mott MacDonald reviews

3.9

78% would recommend to a friend

(3,215 total reviews)
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James Harris

89% approve of CEO

64% positive business outlook

Mott MacDonald has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 3,215 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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3K reviews
5.0
Oct 29, 2025

Very Good Place of Work

Recommend
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Pros

- MM has a supportive engineering culture, cross-functional teams collaborate effectively and great work-life balance. - Management invests in career growth. - Great people to work with wonderful culture of care. - Totally employee-owned company.

Cons

Politics within some departments and lack of communication between departments.

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Mott MacDonald Response
8mo
Thank you for sharing such detailed feedback. It’s great to hear that you value our supportive culture and the focus on work-life balance. We’re also proud of being employee-owned and investing in career growth, so it’s encouraging to see that recognised. We understand your concerns about departmental politics and communication. These are areas we’re continuously reviewing, and your suggestions around improving cross-departmental collaboration and expanding career paths are very helpful. Flexible working is something we continue to enhance, and feedback like yours helps us prioritise what matters most. Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts and for the positive impact you make at Mott MacDonald.
4.0
Oct 29, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great office environment. Nice pantry.

Cons

Low salary. Lacking project opportunities.

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Mott MacDonald Response
8mo
Thank you for letting us know about your experience with Mott MacDonald so far. It’s great to hear that you enjoy the office environment and facilities, as we want our spaces to feel welcoming and comfortable. We understand your concerns about salary and project opportunities. These are important to us, and we’re continually reviewing pay structures and working to bring in diverse projects that provide meaningful work for our teams. Your feedback helps us focus on what matters most. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts and for the valuable contribution you bring to the team at Mott MacDonald.
2.0
Oct 28, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

High level of job security.

Cons

Poor management communication from senior executive group. Lack of career progression opportunities.

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Mott MacDonald Response
8mo
Thank you for taking the time to share feedback on your experience with us. We appreciate your feedback regarding communication and career progression. These are important areas, and we continue to work on improving transparency and creating clearer development pathways for our people. Your comments help us focus on what matters most as we strive to enhance the experience for everyone. Thank you again for taking the time to provide your perspective and for the contribution you made during your time with us.
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