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    Burns & McDonnell

    Updated June 2026.

    About Burns & McDonnell

    Company Overview
    Working from more than 75 offices around the world, Burns & McDonnell designs and builds critical infrastructure. Our family of companies — driven by engineers, construction professionals, architects, planners, technologists and scientists — delivers projects grounded in safety and a desire to make a difference as we make our clients successful. Founded in 1898, Burns & McDonnell is 100% employee-owned.
    Company Size 191 UK-based Employees
    (Medium)
    INDUSTRY Engineering
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    Employee Demographics

    Tenure
    • <2 years - 53%
    • 2-5 years - 46%
    • 6-10 years - 1%

    Company Culture at Burns & McDonnell

    The employee experience below at Burns & McDonnell, compared to a typical company.

    79% of employees at Burns & McDonnell say it is a great place to work*, compared to 54% of employees at a typical UK based company.
    Burns & McDonnell
    79%
    Typical Company
    54%
    *Responses to the statement “Taking everything into account, I would say this is a great place to work.” vs. a typical UK company.

    98%

    This is a physically safe place to work.

    96%

    People here are treated fairly regardless of their sexual orientation.

    94%

    I am able to take time off from work when I think it's necessary.

    92%

    People here are treated fairly regardless of their race.

    91%

    People here are treated fairly regardless of their gender.

    Working at Burns & McDonnell

    We’re all about the ampersand — it’s our symbol of connection, possibility, and powerful partnerships.
    We design and build the tangible and intangible, everything you see (and don’t see) that helps our cities thrive.
    As engineering, architecture and construction professionals, we consult and collaborate with clients.
    We’re one team, with one mission and a whole lot of ambition. We’re one Burns & McDonnell.
    Giving back isn’t just part of our corporate culture, it’s a privilege and personal commitment that lives in each of us.
    Founders Day is an annual event celebrated by our employee-owners, including our CEO, Leslie M. Duke.
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    Best Workplaces Lists

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