Mott MacDonald reviews

3.9

78% would recommend to a friend

(3,217 total reviews)
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James Harris

89% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

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).

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3K reviews
4.0
Jul 19, 2025

Good company

Recommend
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Pros

People are very friendly. Good culture

Cons

Salary isn’t probably as good as it should be

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Mott MacDonald Response
11mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Mott MacDonald. We're pleased to hear that you've found the culture to be positive and that our people have made a meaningful impact on your journey here. Fostering a friendly and inclusive environment is something we truly value. We also appreciate your feedback regarding salary. We understand how important it is to feel fairly rewarded for your contributions, and we’re continually reviewing our compensation structures to ensure they remain competitive and reflective of the value our colleagues bring. Your insights are invaluable as we strive to make Mott MacDonald an even better place to work. Thank you again for your continued dedication over the years.
4.0
Jul 18, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Corporate appears to really care about employees. I’ve seen some very negative reviews on this aspect, but that has not been my experience. Pay is competitive. Good backlog of work in the West.

Cons

Concerns over management decisions - there was a shakeup with the leadership in 2025. It leaves me concerned that decisions are chaotic. For example, they hired a BD person and fired them 3 months later, brought someone in from Australia (not sure how this person could understand the US market), then that person left 3 months later. Bonuses are small during my time - apparently certain divisions performed poorly and bonuses are drawn from a collective pool. It’s a bit disincentivizing when you’re not rewarded for good work when another division performed poorly, but I understand that’s the system in place. Poor understanding of future placements - internal networking is difficult and people appear to guard their portions of work. I tried several times to reach out to folks for opportunities - most of the time it felt like I was bothering them.

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Mott MacDonald Response
11mo
Thank you for your candid and constructive feedback. We’re glad to hear that you’ve had a positive experience with our culture, competitive compensation package, and strong project pipeline. It’s encouraging to know that you feel supported by the company. We appreciate you raising concerns around leadership transitions, internal mobility, and mentorship. We recognise that changes in management can cause some uncertainty, and we’re actively working to ensure greater stability and clearer communication around leadership decisions. Your feedback on internal networking and career development is especially valuable — we’re always exploring new ways to improve visibility, collaboration, and support available across teams and regions. Regarding bonuses and staffing, we understand the frustration when individual performance isn’t always reflected in collective outcomes. We’re reviewing how we can better align recognition and reward with individual and team contributions, while also advocating for more sustainable project resourcing with our clients. Thank you again for your thoughtful insights and for your continued contributions. Your perspective helps us grow and improve, and we’re committed to addressing the areas you’ve highlighted.
5.0
Jul 16, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Flexibility Team culture Company culture Benefits Inclusivity Sports and Socials

Cons

Nothing so far, truly a great place to work

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Mott MacDonald Response
11mo
Thank you for your positive review. We're thrilled to hear that you've had such a positive experience at Mott MacDonald and that our flexibility, inclusive culture, and team environment have stood out to you. It's also great to know that you're enjoying the benefits and social aspects of working here. We’re especially pleased to hear that you feel valued in your role; that’s exactly the environment we strive to create. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and helps reinforce what we’re doing well. Thanks again for taking the time to share your experience. We’re glad to have you as part of the team.
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