Graduate Acoustic Consultant – Bedford

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading acoustics consultancy seeks Graduate Acoustics Consultants for their Bedford office. Candidates should possess a degree in acoustics or a related field, with strong communication skills and a friendly demeanor. This role offers invaluable mentorship, opportunities to manage projects, and involvement in high-profile construction projects across the UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Group-based bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Strong A levels in maths and science disciplines.
• Driver's license required but acceptable for those who will obtain it soon.

Responsibilities

• Conduct noise measurement surveys and sound insulation testing.
• Perform 3D noise modelling and prepare reports.
• Manage projects alongside architects and construction teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Personable and friendly manner

Education

Degree in acoustics or closely related engineering subject

Institute of Acoustics Diploma

Job description

Penguin Recruitment are representing one of the UK’s leading acoustics consultancies with over 20 years’ experience in providing industry leading quality of service across construction, infrastructure and environmental acoustics projects.

Fast developing into a multidisciplinary consultancy with newly added capabilities in sustainability and air quality, our client prides themselves on providing excellent customer service, clear technical advice and a challenging, rewarding environment for the growing consultancy team.

Due to high demand for their services, the team require practically minded Graduate Acoustics Consultants to join their busy office in Bedford.

Candidates need to have a degree in acoustics or closely engineering related subject (including Mathematics, Physics, Mechanical Engineering or Music Technology) or Institute of Acoustics Diploma, with strong A Levels across maths and science disciplines. Applicants need to have a personable and friendly manner, whilst also possessing strong communication skills to represent the company to prospective clients and industry contacts. A driver’s licence and own car will be required, however applications are accepted from candidates who are due to obtain their licence shortly.

Upon joining the team, you will gain a fast insight into the world of acoustic consultancy, having responsibilities in site and desk duties such as noise measurement surveys, sound insulation testing, 3D noise modelling and report preparation. You will have the chance to work across a wide range of developments including rural, urban and industrial environments across the UK!

As you progress, you will be able to manage projects from start to finish, working alongside some of the UK’s most respected architects, developers, engineers and construction teams. Our client are involved with the acoustic design of some of the UK’s most high profile construction projects, including Europe’s tallest residential building!

In addition to one-to-one mentoring and training within an experienced consultancy team, you will receive a competitive salary in line with industry standards, benefits package and group based bonus scheme.