Worst job/manager I ever had - PRS Mott MacDonald Employee Review

2.0
Apr 10, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Hybrid work schedule Nice office space w cafe and gym on site Convenient location.

Cons

In my short time here, I encountered some great people, and saw many opportunities at Mott MacDonald. Unfortunately, the problem was within the department I worked . The manager is condescending, belittling, and overall just a bully. The training process was fast and furious, with absolutely no patience or allowance for a learning curve. I have never experienced such unprofessional behavior from a supervisor. I would get reprimanded daily, hung up on, as well as questioned about my ability to do my job. I have 20+ years of payroll experience but this position is mostly just manipulation of spreadsheets versus processing of payroll. HR was notified on several occasions. Though they heard me out, no action was ever taken that I am aware of, even though documentation was provided. Shortly after my complaints were made, the manager began to not speak to me at all and moved my desk out of the office in an attempt to isolate me. Two weeks later, after working a normal Monday I was emailed to not return with no explanation.  I feel like I was robbed of an opportunity with a great company because of one bad manager.

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5.0
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Pros

Work-life balance and with good working culture

Cons

Pay is a little lower than what other competitor offer.

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Mott MacDonald Response
2mo
We appreciate you taking the time to reflect on your experience, it is great to hear that work life balance and a supportive working culture have been key reasons you enjoy working at Mott MacDonald. Creating an environment where people can do their best work while maintaining balance is important to us. We also hear your feedback around pay and recognise the value of continued discussion and listening on this topic.
3.0
Jun 17, 2026
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Pros

There are some cool projects

Cons

Could be slow at work sometimes.

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Mott MacDonald Response
3d
Early career experiences can really shape how people view the industry, so it is great to see you found the projects interesting during your internship. We also appreciate your honest feedback about quieter periods. Finding the right balance between giving interns meaningful work and managing project demands can be a challenge at times, and it is something we continue to work on to make sure placements feel engaging and valuable throughout. Thank you for sharing your experience and for the contribution you made during your internship in Boston.
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