Acoustics Consultant - Bristol (Immediate Start)

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits you as an Acoustic Consultant in a dynamic and supportive team environment. This role involves conducting environmental noise surveys, performing acoustic calculations, and managing smaller projects. You'll work on diverse projects, including local music venues and educational facilities, while developing your technical and soft skills. The company values teamwork and innovation, providing a collaborative atmosphere where your ideas are encouraged. With excellent health benefits and flexible perks, this position is perfect for motivated individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in the field of acoustics.

Benefits

25 days holiday (buy/sell up to five days)

Accrue 1 extra day every 2 years

Bonus holidays

Early finish on Fridays (4pm)

Day off for good cause

Flexible benefits including climate perks

EV car leasing scheme

Qualifications

• 1-2 years relevant experience in acoustics or related fields.
• Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental noise surveys across the region.
• Perform acoustic calculations and data assessments.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Teamwork

Motivation

Education

Degree in Acoustics or related discipline

IOA Diploma in Acoustics & Noise Control

Tools

CATT

Odeon

Cadna

SoundPlan

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

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Client:

Hydrock

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Consulting

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

069904eac102

Job Views:

7

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

An exciting opportunity has emerged for an Acoustic Consultant (1-2 years experience) to join our growing team in Bristol (BS1 4RW).

The Team

We are a close-knit team that works collectively towards challenges. We value the input of all members of the team and encourage everyone to bring ideas to the table. Bristol is an established Acoustics team in Hydrock and is part of a UK-wide team of 16 acousticians and 5 air quality consultants. We have a wealth of experience and specialist knowledge. We deliver a fresh and contemporary approach to acoustics and audio visual design for clients across the UK. Our team has experience of working on a broad range of projects including state-of the-art architectural development of recording studios, cinemas and concert halls.

Local Projects

We have a diverse portfolio of work, typically delivered alongside a number of our other consultancy services. Recent and active projects include:

• Local music venues
• Community centre and event spaces
• Office and residential schemes in Bristol and across the South West
• Passivhaus, NZC, and SEN educational facilities
• University schemes

Responsibilities of the role:

• Undertaking environmental noise surveys across Bristol and the South West
• Data analysis and assessments for various projects
• Acoustic calculations using various standards and software packages
• 3D Noise/Acoustic modelling
• Contribution to report writing
• Management of smaller scale projects (for candidates with previous experience)

Requirements:

• A degree in Acoustics or related discipline (Physics / Music Technology etc) OR IOA Diploma in Acoustics & Noise Control.
• A valid driving license
• Good Microsoft Office skills essential such as Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Motivated and ambitious to add value to the team
• Excellent written and verbal communication and data analysis skills
• Be a self-motivated team player with good people skills
• 1 – 2 years relevant experience

The team provides the following services to clients:

• Environmental noise surveys and assessments
• Design reports across the RIBA design stages
• Assessment of projects against British and International Standards
• Liaison with statutory authorities, architects, the design team and contractors
• Attendance at client, design and site meetings. Site inspections and reporting
• Development of in-house software spreadsheets and design tools
• Building acoustic models using CATT, Odeon, Cadna, SoundPlan, etc.

What we can offer you:

• Inspiring and supportive colleagues
• Reward for progression and hard work
• An opportunity to develop your soft skills, as well your technical skills
• Excellent health benefits, 25 days of holiday (buy/sell up to five days), accrue 1 day extra every 2 years, with bonus holidays too!
• An earlier finish on Friday (4pm!)
• An opportunity to give back: “Day off for good cause” (on a workday)
• A huge range of flexible benefits, including climate perks and an EV car leasing scheme

A place to feel included

We champion diversity, equity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we commit to supporting our employees and ensure we create a safe environment that nurtures you to perform at your best. Offering our people flexibility is an important factor in achieving this aim.

Looking for the next steps?

Once you have completed your application through our careers site, we aim to review and respond to you as soon as your application’s been reviewed. If shortlisted, a member of our Talent Acquisition Team will call you for an initial pre-screen by phone (typically 30 minutes) to help us assess your motivations and interest in the position and Hydrock now Stantec. If you progress following this telephone pre-screen, you will be invited to attend a formal interview by video conference (Microsoft Teams) or in our offices.

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