We are proud to announce that we have placed in Glassdoor’s UK list of Best Places to Work 2026 and even more pleased that we ranked 12th among this year’s top 50 employers. The Glassdoor Best Places to Work list is based entirely on anonymous reviews. There are no nominations, surveys or fees involved. Recognition is based solely on the experiences shared by our people. Being included on the 2026 list is a significant honour and it reflects our commitment to invest in the development of our people, commit to their wellbeing and safety, and provide an inclusive environment in which everyone is supported and can share their point of view. As an employee-owned company, our people play a central role in shaping our direction, our culture and our success. If you are interested in learning more about opportunities to join us, visit our careers site: https://mottm.ac/40Gwkhl #GlassdoorBPTW
The right environment can turn ambition into leadership and curiosity into real impact that changes the world or the rivers and the seas in Rachel’s case. Rachel is a principal electrical engineer in our water utilities team and her career is a perfect example of being in the right place. Her journey started in New Zealand and led to joining us to deliver major UK water projects and working on quality initiatives, as well as stepping into a social impact role. Rachel’s journey reflects our culture which is built on flexibility, purpose and long-term impact. Building a career with us means having the freedom to shape your own path. Take two minutes to read about Rachel’s journey
“Being trusted to lead and be innovative at work early in my career has been a huge motivator.” As a nuclear process engineer based in the UK, Harry Barker works in the challenging and exciting energy sector. Joining us as a graduate in 2021, he has already played a key role in the UK’s first small modular reactor assessment and is helping the next generation of engineers follow in his footsteps. In this blog, Harry shares how his work is contributing to net zero and why collaboration has been central to his success.
Starting as a macroeconomist, Eva Zamshina was inspired to move to New Zealand and make a career change to help with the post-earthquake rebuild in Christchurch. Fast forward 10 years, and she is now a principal digital designer in our building services team. Eva likes to think of building services as a puzzle where pipes, ducts and cable trays must be arranged so that they function seamlessly as a system. Using her BIM knowledge, she coordinates building services design with architecture, structural, seismic and other design strategies to deliver buildings that are comfortable, efficient, safe and sustainable. Read more about Eva’s non-linear career journey ⬇️
Michael Barron's 35-year journey with us has seen him lead design teams on major road, rail and metro projects worldwide. With a relentless focus on technical excellence, he has played a key role in truly city shaping projects like Delhi Metro, Heathrow's Terminal 5, Taiwan's high-speed rail and now Sydney Metro. In his blog, Michael shares insights into his diverse career story, and provides his advice for those who are just starting out in the industry. Discover more on our website. 👇 https://mottm.ac/3ZE5BRh
Meet Kundayi Mugabe, our project manager in transportation! 🚧 Kundayi emphasizes the power of collaboration and support in our work culture, enabling us to deliver excellence at every project stage. Currently managing various transportation projects, he highlights the importance of communication and team morale in achieving common goals. His mantra, "choose present discomfort over future regret," resonates deeply, encouraging us to embrace challenging conversations for the sake of growth. 🌱 He underscores the importance of authenticity and belonging. Learn more about Kundayi and his work: https://mottm.ac/3Frk38o
Meet Scott Shi, our senior project engineer. Scott is making waves in the fire and life safety field, managing vital systems that improve air quality and safety across Canada and the world! His recent achievements include overcoming significant project challenges and contributing to industry thought leadership. Scott shares his journey, discusses his passion for photography and the violin, and highlights the importance of mentorship in building a successful career. His story showcases the unique opportunities with us and how diverse perspectives can lead to ground-breaking solutions. Read more about Scott and his exceptional work here: https://mottm.ac/3EGS7wU
Marihi Kahukura is a passionate member of our transport team, based in Aotearoa, New Zealand. We spoke to Marihi about the diverse range of work she has been involved in as part of her role, as well as the opportunities she has embraced as part of our graduate committee. Marihi's commitment to learning and drive to shape inclusive communities through thoughtful design are inspiring. "Being trusted to do brilliant things at Mott MacDonald means a lot to me. It really supports my feeling that my professional skills are actively developing, which drives me to keep pushing myself further," she said. Discover Marihi's journey and see how you can shape a career that makes a difference. 👇 https://mottm.ac/3Sf5Pdu
Meet Jennifer Lee, a maritime engineer dedicated to crafting sustainable solutions. In our latest blog, Jenn shares the satisfaction she gains from solving engineering challenges and what attracted her to a career that benefits both people and the planet. Jenn has led and contributed to innovative coastal and renewable offshore projects, in locations ranging from Essex in the UK to Belize in Central America, where she oversaw the construction of a subsea cable. "The on-site experience allowed me to see how engineering theory is applied in practice. I gained a deep appreciation for the scale of operations and the complexity of interfaces. I felt incredibly fortunate to work in such beautiful natural surroundings, with warmer weather than the UK!" she said. Read about her journey and find out how you can navigate a similar path. 👇 https://mottm.ac/3F6OfFE
We have enhanced our employee ownership model to give our incredible employees a stake in our success and a greater voice in shaping our future. Ensuring that our people can benefit from our employee ownership is the right way to modernise our business. Their talent, innovation and commitment drive the value we create for our clients and the communities we serve.
