Consultant - Acoustics

Amentum; East Hagbourne; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A full-service consulting firm in East Hagbourne is seeking an Acoustic Consultant to manage noise-related projects. This role involves site-based measurements, developing reports, and delivering planning applications. The ideal candidate has a degree in a related field and experience with noise modelling software. Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements offered.

Benefits

Free medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Professional development reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in preparing environmental impact acoustics assessments.
• Hands-on experience with CadnaA, SoundPLAN, and Odeon.
• Familiarity with the planning application process is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Undertake site-based noise and vibration measurements.
• Develop and review desk-based acoustic reports.
• Manage and deliver various permitting and planning applications.

Skills

Noise modelling

Environmental impact assessments

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in acoustics or related field

Tools

CadnaA

SoundPLAN

Odeon

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a desk- and site-based Acoustic Consultant to support project operations across the wider Amentum business. We welcome candidates with experience in noise modelling to support planning applications and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs). In addition, a regulatory background in managing noise cases related to statutory nuisance would be highly regarded. This role spans our environment, energy, and defence portfolios, providing exposure to a wide array of challenging and rewarding projects.

Responsibilities

• Noise & Vibration Measurements: Undertake site-based noise and vibration measurements for environmental noise monitoring, construction, transport, and building acoustics.
• Acoustic Reports & Tools: Develop and review desk-based acoustic reports using software such as CadnaA, SoundPLAN, and Odeon. Assist in producing high-quality documents detailing acoustic assessments suitable for clients and regulators.
• Digital Portfolio Development: Contribute to building a digital portfolio for acoustics, including the creation of both online and in-person materials to communicate project goals and findings.
• Best Available Techniques: Develop acoustics-focused best available techniques that integrate with wider environmental assessments, permitting processes, and Development Consent Orders (DCOs).
• Project Delivery: Manage and deliver various permitting and planning applications, as well as permit variations. Conduct site visits, install monitoring equipment, and liaise with client project managers to ensure smooth project execution.
• Laboratory & Noise Room Facility: Support the development of Amentum's acoustics laboratory and noise room facility, helping to enhance our in-house capabilities.

Opportunity & Qualifications

We are seeking a desk- and site-based Acoustic Consultant to support project operations across the wider Amentum business. We welcome candidates with experience in noise modelling to support planning applications and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs). In addition, a regulatory background in managing noise cases related to statutory nuisance would be highly regarded. This role spans our environment, energy, and defence portfolios, providing exposure to a wide array of challenging and rewarding projects. Below are the qualifications and experience that we're seeking in applicants. We understand that not everyone will meet every single requirement, so if you believe you have most of the relevant experience and strong potential to succeed in this role, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Acoustics Experience: At least one year of experience in preparing environmental impact acoustics assessments and supporting the development of environmental statements.
• Education: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in acoustics, environmental science, applied sciences, mathematics, computer science, engineering, physics, or a related field.
• Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with CadnaA, SoundPLAN, and Odeon for modelling and assessment.
• Additional Knowledge: Familiarity with the planning application process is advantageous. Interest in computational modelling (e.g. Python coding), health system effects of noise in marine ecosystems, and/or sound recording and signal processing is a plus.
• Communication & Problem-Solving: Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle technical challenges in a collaborative environment.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel on business as required, including potential visits to overseas sites.

Company & Benefits

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop expertise in acoustics while working on impactful projects across high-hazard industries. If you're passionate about environmental noise assessment, modelling, and innovative solutions, we invite you to join our expanding team. We'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. With more than 55,000 people in 40+ countries, working with us offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.