PJA

Creating better places through great design.
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Established in 2003, PJA is a forward-thinking engineering consultancy focused on delivering creative solutions in transport planning and improving the built environment. With over 100 dedicated professionals across eight offices, PJA has built a reputation for offering high-quality service, technical excellence, and a commitment to exceeding client expectations. The firm's vision is to become a trusted advisor and influencer in their sectors and regions, fostering long-lasting partnerships with both private and public sector clients.

Central to PJA's success is its people, and the company is devoted to their personal and professional growth. The organisation offers mentoring programs, regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions, and an Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) approved training scheme. To support a healthy work-life balance, PJA provides a hybrid working environment, flexible working hours, and various volunteering opportunities.

Wellbeing is a top priority at PJA, with five volunteer Mental Health First Aiders and a trained counselling colleague serving as Wellbeing Officers. They offer confidential support, wellbeing sessions, and a wellbeing dashboard, ensuring employees have access to vital resources. During Mental Health Awareness Month, PJA hosts informative sessions, meditation, and workshops to address employees' concerns.

PJA encourages an active lifestyle, sponsoring team activities such as charity runs, children's football teams, and providing facilities for active commuting. The Social Fund supports company-wide events, fostering camaraderie among colleagues. Regular catch-ups led by the chairman and Joint Managing Directors ensure open communication, while fun internal events like summer parties, bake-offs, and holiday gatherings further strengthen the PJA team spirit.

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99% of staff agreed

I believe I can make a valuable contribution to the success of this organisation

PJA spoke to staff to assess their wellbeing, and undertook surveys to fully understand how well they feel supported. In response to feedback, it enhanced its wellbeing programme, signed up to a proactive wellbeing service: Looking After Me, and addressed concerns about the cost of living by bringing forward pay rises.
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78% of staff agreed

I am happy with the pay and benefits I receive in this job

The organisation operates using an EMI scheme. The aims of the plan are to recognise its team's work by inviting all staff to participate in the scheme and become a shareholder, helping retain staff and incentivise them to grow the company value for their own benefit and reward them for their future efforts though dividends.
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88% of staff agreed

My organisation encourages charitable activities

PJA have supported a number of Charitable and community events over the last twelve months, including LandAid SleepOut where eight employees participates to raise money for young homeless people. The organisation also support other charities such as MacMillan, Save the Children, and a local women’s refuge.
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99% of staff agreed

I believe I can make a valuable contribution to the success of this organisation

PJA spoke to staff to assess their wellbeing, and undertook surveys to fully understand how well they feel supported. In response to feedback, it enhanced its wellbeing programme, signed up to a proactive wellbeing service: Looking After Me, and addressed concerns about the cost of living by bringing forward pay rises.
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78% of staff agreed

I am happy with the pay and benefits I receive in this job

The organisation operates using an EMI scheme. The aims of the plan are to recognise its team's work by inviting all staff to participate in the scheme and become a shareholder, helping retain staff and incentivise them to grow the company value for their own benefit and reward them for their future efforts though dividends.
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99% of staff agreed

I believe I can make a valuable contribution to the success of this organisation

PJA spoke to staff to assess their wellbeing, and undertook surveys to fully understand how well they feel supported. In response to feedback, it enhanced its wellbeing programme, signed up to a proactive wellbeing service: Looking After Me, and addressed concerns about the cost of living by bringing forward pay rises.

Quick Facts

Organisation established in
2003
Total number of UK employees
Number of UK locations
37
Employee average age
57% : 43%
Male : Female employee ratio
69%
Employees earning £35k+
8%
Employee turnover (voluntary)
Quote from the top...
We are extremely proud to be one of the Best Companies in the UK. Our people are our most valuable asset and we wouldn't be the company we are without each and every one of them. We bring together a wide range of unique skills and talents all linked by the same core values – we are credible, engaging and creative and our mission is to create better places through great design.

Phil Jones, Chairman

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