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 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Mott MacDonald?

78% 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 (107) , 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?

"They were very flexible which provided a good work/life balance." ((in 247 reviews)); "People are great and genuinely want to make a difference." ((in 246 reviews)); "Good culture and friendly." ((in 233 reviews)); "Colleagues are friendly and helpful." ((in 126 reviews)); "Great working environment and people!" ((in 88 reviews))

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

"Salary low and no promotion" ((in 202 reviews)); "Low pay and sometimes could have very hard workload" ((in 94 reviews)); "Senior management are cold and inaccessible" ((in 42 reviews)); "Some managers have unrealistic expectations for the amount of work you can do in a certain time period." ((in 36 reviews)); "no training or resources to expand myself constant deadlines and really felt like I was a number and not a person" ((in 33 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

Mott MacDonald reviews

3.9

78% would recommend to a friend

(3,217 total reviews)

James Harris

89% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

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Mott MacDonald has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 3,217 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).

Reviews by job title

3K reviews

5.0

Jul 29, 2025

Good

Senior planning engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

everything is good about the company

Cons

Nothings to say cons about company

Mott MacDonald Response

11mo

Thanks for your review. It’s great to hear that your experience at Mott MacDonald has been so positive. It’s especially encouraging to see such strong praise from someone who has been part of the team for a few years. We’re glad you feel everything is working well, and while there were no cons mentioned, we’re always open to feedback if anything ever comes to mind. Continuous improvement is part of our culture, and insights from experienced team members like you help us stay on track. Wishing you continued success in your role!

4.0

Jul 28, 2025

Good company

Electrical engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Learning, mentor, good pay, easy work

Cons

Hard work, no additional pay, no overtime

Mott MacDonald Response

11mo

Thank you for sharing your experience and for your time at Mott MacDonald. We’re glad to hear that you found value in the learning opportunities, mentorship, and overall compensation during your time with us. It’s great to know that the work environment supported your growth. Thank you again for your contribution and for helping us improve through your insights. We wish you all the best in your future endeavours.

4.0

Jul 28, 2025

Good Company

Senior project manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great work life balance, good access to opportunities

Cons

Pay is average and bonus structure is not transparent

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