Acoustic Consultant in Wakefield)

Penguin Recruitment; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide building consultancy is seeking an Acoustic Consultant for their expanding acoustics and environmental division. This position offers 1-3 years of consultancy experience in environmental, architectural, and building acoustics. Responsibilities include conducting noise assessments, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with UK standards. The role supports career development, providing many benefits such as flexible working and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Support for professional development

Opportunity to work on high-profile projects

Flexible working options

Supportive team culture

Healthcare cash plan

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Workplace pension

Company sick pay after probation

Qualifications

• Degree in a related field or equivalent.
• 1-3 years experience in acoustic consultancy.
• Confidence using sound monitoring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Undertake environmental noise and vibration monitoring.
• Oversee projects from initiation to completion.
• Ensure all work complies with current legislation.

Skills

Degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, Environmental Science or similar

1-3 years experience in acoustic consultancy

Solid understanding of UK acoustic standards

Confident using sound level meters and monitoring equipment

Strong analytical abilities

Excellent reporting and communication skills

Full UK driving licence

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Good organisational and time-management skills

Proactive, solution-oriented attitude

Education

Degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, Environmental Science or similar

Tools

CadnaA

SoundPLAN

Odeon

Insul

Job description

Acoustic Consultant

Position: Acoustic Consultant | Location: Wakefield | Salary: £29,000 – £32,000 DOE

Overview

Join a nationwide building consultancy expanding its acoustics and environmental division. This role offers a 1‑3 year consultant to grow across environmental, architectural and building acoustics, contributing to design teams, producing high‑quality assessments and leading client‑facing delivery.

Responsibilities

• Technical Work – Undertake environmental noise and vibration monitoring, baseline surveys and compliance assessments; use industry‑standard modelling tools (CadnaA, SoundPLAN, Odeon, Insul) for acoustic modelling; produce clear reports in line with BS4142, BS8233, BS5228, ProPG, WHO and other standards; deliver building acoustics services including sound insulation design, reverberation analysis and internal noise criteria assessments; develop noise control and mitigation strategies for planning and building design.
• Project Management – Oversee projects from initiation to completion, maintaining technical accuracy, controlling budgets and meeting deadlines; prepare proposals, quotations and supporting documentation; communicate effectively with clients, planners and design teams; attend site inspections and design meetings, offering clear, professional guidance.
• Compliance – Ensure all work complies with current legislation, standards and best‑practice guidance; keep accurate records of surveys, equipment calibration and QA documentation.

Skills & Experience

• Essential – Degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, Environmental Science or similar; 1‑3 years experience in acoustic consultancy; solid understanding of UK acoustic standards and guidance; confident using sound level meters and monitoring equipment; strong analytical abilities with excellent reporting and communication skills; full UK driving licence and willingness to travel; ability to work independently and collaboratively; good organisational and time‑management skills; proactive, solution‑oriented attitude.
• Desirable – IOA membership (AMIOA/MIOA) or working towards it; experience with modelling software such as CadnaA or SoundPLAN; knowledge of vibration assessments and monitoring; experience in architectural acoustics or mechanical services noise control.

Benefits

• Up to 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Support for professional development, including IOA membership and training
• Opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and high‑profile projects
• Flexible working options
• Supportive team culture with clear career progression
• Healthcare cash plan (dental, optical, hospital benefits, etc.)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Workplace pension
• Company sick pay after probation