Mott MacDonald reviews

3.9

78% would recommend to a friend

(3,214 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 3,214 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 industry (3.7 stars).

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3K reviews
4.0
Oct 22, 2025

Good company

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Working with Prestigious Clients sometimes on international basis

Cons

Work life balance can be a challenged

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Mott MacDonald Response
8mo
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. It is great to hear that you valued working with prestigious clients and the opportunities for international exposure. We understand that maintaining work-life balance can sometimes be challenging, and we continue to look for ways to support our colleagues in achieving this. Your feedback is important and helps us focus on areas that matter most. Thank you for sharing your perspective and for the contribution you made during your time with Mott MacDonald.
3.0
Oct 20, 2025

OK

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Inclusive culture with strong values and employee ownership. Global project exposure and career development opportunities. Flexible working and good work-life balance. Supportive teams and collaborative environment. Solid benefits and professional growth support

Cons

Slow career progression and unclear promotion paths. Pay may be below industry average and lacks transparency. Management quality varies across teams. Heavy admin workload can be frustrating. Experience depends heavily on your team or manager.

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Mott MacDonald Response
8mo
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are pleased to hear that you value our inclusive culture, flexible working arrangements and the opportunities for global project exposure. We're also pleased to hear that you feel well supported for your professional growth. We appreciate your feedback on career progression, transparency and workload. These are important areas and we are committed to improving clarity around promotion paths and pay, as well as reducing administrative burdens where possible. Your comments help us focus on what matters most to our colleagues. We value your input and will continue working to create an environment where everyone can thrive.
4.0
Oct 17, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Work Life Balance, Social, Good Benefits, nice people, Diverse projects

Cons

Slow progress, senior level politics

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Mott MacDonald Response
8mo
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are glad to hear you value the work-life balance, benefits, and the variety of projects we provide for our people. We appreciate your feedback on progression and senior-level dynamics. We understand how important career development and a collaborative culture are, and your comments will help us as we continue to improve in these areas. Your input is greatly appreciated and helps us create a better experience for all colleagues.
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