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?

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 (152) , Engineer (124) , Civil Engineer (105) , 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 256 reviews)); "Good work life balance and rich in knowledge sharing" ((in 246 reviews)); "Good culture and friendly." ((in 233 reviews)); "Colleagues are friendly and helpful." ((in 133 reviews)); "Great working environment and people!" ((in 92 reviews))

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

"Salary low and no promotion" ((in 195 reviews)); "low pay and countryside location" ((in 91 reviews)); "Senior management are cold and inaccessible" ((in 41 reviews)); "Some managers have unrealistic expectations for the amount of work you can do in a certain time period." ((in 35 reviews)); "No bonus and increment." ((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

(3,211 total reviews)

James Harris

89% approve of CEO

64% 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 3,211 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 5, 2026

great company

Apprentice engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

work life balance friendly welcoming digitally driven society first approach management owned

Cons

seems to have started to be more profit driven in recent times although I believe this will not be permanent.

Mott MacDonald Response

4mo

We are grateful that you took the time to provide this review and even more grateful for your long-standing contribution. It is wonderful to hear that you value the work life balance the friendly and welcoming culture and our commitment to digital innovation and a society first approach. Your observation about a recent shift toward profit focus is helpful and we take this kind of feedback seriously. We remain committed to maintaining the values that matter to our people and appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective.

3.0

Feb 4, 2026

Mixed feelings

Senior engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Brilliant people to work alongside on a day-to-day basis. - Good flexibility - Interesting projects.

Cons

- Senior management are cold and inaccessible - Not interested in staff on a personal level or backing staff initiatives. - Awful staff retention - losing many valuable senior leaders and graduates.

Mott MacDonald Response

4mo

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you value the people you work with, flexibility, and the projects on offer. We also acknowledge your comments regarding senior leadership accessibility and staff retention, particularly for women and graduates. Strengthening leadership connection, inclusion, and career pathways remains a priority for us, and we are actively focused on improving how we better support and retain our people at all stages of their careers. We appreciate your candid insights and feedback.

5.0

Feb 1, 2026

Work life balance

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Strong work life balance emphasis and a good safety culture.

Cons

Not that I can think of right now.

Mott MacDonald Response

4mo

Thank you for offering such positive feedback after more than five years with the company. We are pleased that our emphasis on work life balance and our safety culture supported you throughout your time here. Hearing that you left without any significant concerns is truly appreciated. We value the time and expertise you brought to Mott MacDonald and we wish you all the best in your future career.

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