Graduate Geotechnical Engineer Review
at Mott MacDonald
Graduate Scheme
Civil Engineering
London
Review Submitted: August 2026
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of the Role
5/5
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Experience & Company Culture
5/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Mott MacDonald?
I have had a brilliant experience working for Mott MacDonald. I have been given in-depth graduate training and development opportunities throughout the graduate scheme. Work wise - I have been allowed to work on a variety of different projects within my field, as well as receiving the experience required to progress with my application to become a Chartered Civil Engineer.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
I have been responsible for a variety of design tasks across multiple different sectors. This has involved feasibility planning for project all the way through to detailed design and construction support.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
I have always felt like a valued part of the team within Mott MacDonald. I receive constructive feedback and support while learning new tasks as well as the ability to mange my own packages of work.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
The overall package for my work is competitive with the wider industry. We receive an above average amount of annual leave, as well as private medical insurance, money towards physio/sports therapy and a competitive salary (which increases every 6 months while on the graduate scheme).
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
I feel like Mott MacDonald has given me the responsibility and opportunities to take part in different projects, which have certainly helped me in my current projects.
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
The graduate training scheme provides a good opportunity to develop soft skills through a variety of in-person and virtual training sessions. The company provides a budget and set number of days which I can use to undertake my own training to improve areas I am not as confident in or to improve my technical knowledge.
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
The company allows 4 line-manager check-ins throughout the year. These are used to set goals for each calendar year, track progress towards them and then reflect on how the year went. These allow our personal training budgets to be targeted to our development goals.
I have also frequent interactions with my line-manager, who checks in on my workload and helps if I have any work or personal issues.
I have also frequent interactions with my line-manager, who checks in on my workload and helps if I have any work or personal issues.
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
Work-life balance is good within the company and I have never felt pressured to work more than my standard hours. During busy periods my line manager actively checks in to ensure I am not overloaded.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
Mott MacDonald is very inclusive and the staff are friendly. I have always felt supported and am able to speak to anyone within the company, from new graduates all the way up to the executive board level, if I have any issues. Overall the hybrid working policies are fair and allow a mixture of in-person and work from home time across my week.
How would you rate Mott MacDonald initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
Mott MacDonald is very welcoming and has strong core values across the business. There are a lot of lunchtime webinars and events to help foster inclusivity across all levels of the business.
How would you rate Mott MacDonald CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
The company has a range of CSR initiatives, aligned to the wider business. Each office/team also has their own-sub initiatives which allow more local volunteering to be undertaken. Time required for volunteering is usually partly covered by a CSR budget, allowing most of your time to be covered.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Mott MacDonald to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Mott MacDonald is an inclusive workplace with great teams of people. You will get to experience real work from day one and be provided the time and opportunity to develop.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
5/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Mott MacDonald?
Apply for graduate positions early and try and take part in work experience/summer internship opportunities while they're available.
