Acoustic Consultant

Penguin Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy is seeking an Acoustic Consultant for their Birmingham office. This role offers hybrid working with part-time flexibility and requires a degree in Acoustics or a related field. Candidates should possess knowledge of environmental noise regulations and proficiency in software like CadnaA or SoundPLAN. Responsibilities include conducting noise surveys, acoustic modelling, and preparing technical reports. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary, pension scheme, annual leave, and career progression support.

Benefits

Pension and private healthcare scheme

25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays

CPD support and Institute of Acoustics membership

Clear career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Acoustics, Physics, or related discipline required.
• Knowledge of environmental noise regulations and building acoustics essential.
• Proficiency with acoustic modelling software expected.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills necessary.
• Must possess a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct noise and vibration monitoring across the Midlands.
• Undertake acoustic modelling and impact assessments.
• Prepare Environmental Statement chapters and technical reports.
• Support client meetings and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with the air quality team on multidisciplinary projects.

Skills

Knowledge of environmental noise regulations

Proficiency with acoustic modelling software

Excellent communication skills

Report-writing skills

Education

Degree in Acoustics, Physics, or related discipline

Tools

CadnaA

SoundPLAN

Job description

Job Title: Acoustic Consultant

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid, Part‑Time Option Available)

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 pa + Benefits

A leading environmental consultancy is looking for an Acoustic Consultant to join its Birmingham office. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional with experience in acoustic consultancy to take the next step in their career while working in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment. Hybrid working and part‑time arrangements are available, offering excellent flexibility.

Role and Responsibilities

As an Acoustic Consultant, you will work closely with the air quality team on a wide range of environmental noise, building acoustics, and sustainability projects. You will be responsible for carrying out noise surveys, sound tests, acoustic modelling, and preparing technical reports while collaborating with engineers, planners, and project managers.

Duties

• Carrying out noise and vibration monitoring across the Midlands
• Undertaking acoustic modelling and impact assessments
• Preparing Environmental Statement chapters and technical reports
• Supporting client meetings and stakeholder engagement
• Working alongside the air quality team on multidisciplinary projects

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree in Acoustics, Physics, or a related discipline
• Knowledge of environmental noise regulations and building acoustics
• Proficiency with acoustic modelling software such as CadnaA or SoundPLAN
• Excellent communication and report‑writing skills
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits

• Salary of £35,000 – £40,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working model and part‑time flexibility
• Pension and private healthcare scheme
• 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays
• CPD and Institute of Acoustics membership support
• Clear career progression opportunities

If this role is of interest, or you are looking for other roles in Acoustics, please contact Amir Gharaati at Penguin Recruitment. There are many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.