Acoustic Consultant

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Acoustic Consultant to join their team in London. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience and a strong background in acoustic design and environmental assessments. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to work on innovative projects within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Group Health Benefits

Company Life Assurance Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Reimbursement of Professional Subscriptions

Annual Health and Wellbeing Allowance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in acoustic design and engineering.
• Experience with environmental noise and vibration assessments.
• Strong proficiency with acoustic modelling software.

Responsibilities

• Define project scopes and lead noise and vibration measurements.
• Conduct environmental assessments and deliver technical reports.
• Guide teams on larger projects and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Building and Architectural acoustics

Environmental noise assessment

Project management

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Acoustical Engineering

Tools

SoundPLAN

CadnaA

NoiseMap

Odeon

Insul

Job description

Acoustic Consultant

Location: London, United Kingdom
Salary: £33,000 to £40,000 pa (commensurate with experience)

Are you ready to push the boundaries of what’s possible? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where innovation, integrity, and integration are at the heart of everything you do? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a global leader in climate and performance engineering consulting as an Acoustic Consultant.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced acoustician with 5 years plus years of relevant experience to join our Noise, Acoustics, and Vibration team in London. This is your chance to work on ambitious building, industry, and infrastructure projects, helping redefine what’s possible while minimizing environmental and resource impact.

Benefits

We value our people and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Group Health Benefits
• Company Life Assurance Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Reimbursement of Professional Subscriptions
• Annual Health and Wellbeing Allowance

Responsibilities

As a Senior Acoustic Consultant, you will:

• Define project scopes and lead environmental and on-site noise and vibration measurements.
• Apply your expertise in Building and Architectural acoustics (e.g., sound insulation, reverberation times).
• Conduct environmental noise and vibration assessments independently.
• Perform computer modelling using tools such as SoundPLAN, CadnaA, NoiseMap, Odeon, and Insul.
• Design effective noise and vibration mitigation measures.
• Guide small teams on larger projects and develop strong client relationships.
• Deliver clear, concise technical reports and ensure quality control procedures are followed.
• Maintain corporate membership with the Institute of Acoustics (MIOA/FIOA).

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with:

• A Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Acoustical, Civil, Architectural Acoustics Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in acoustic design, environmental noise and vibration engineering, and relevant testing instruments.
• Proficiency in noise guidelines, modelling techniques, and calculations.
• Experience with software such as SoundPLAN, CadnaA, NoiseMap, Odeon, and Insul.
• A proven track record of building and maintaining excellent client relationships.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• A full, clean UK driving license and the ability to travel occasionally.

Day-to-Day

Your typical day will involve:

• Collaborating with clients to outline project scopes and deliver innovative solutions.
• Conducting site visits to perform noise and vibration measurements.
• Using advanced modelling software to analyze and design acoustic solutions.
• Leading small teams and mentoring junior staff on larger projects.
• Preparing detailed technical reports and ensuring projects meet deadlines and budgets.

Why Join Us?

This is your opportunity to work alongside renowned technical experts in an award-winning organization. You’ll be part of a values-driven team that believes in the power of collaboration to achieve extraordinary results.

Ready to take the next step in your career?
Contact Amir Gharaati of Penguin Recruitment for a confidential chat!