Junior Acoustic Consultant

Aztrum; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A national building consultancy is seeking a motivated Junior Acoustic Consultant to join its expanding team in Wakefield. This role offers the opportunity to undertake environmental noise surveys, acoustic modelling, and technical reporting on high-profile projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a related discipline and 1-4 years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary, professional development support, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive company culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Healthcare Cash Plan

Flexible working arrangements

Auto-enrolment pension with employer contributions

Enhanced company sick pay

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in acoustic consultancy or relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK acoustic standards and guidance.
• Confident with sound level meters and monitoring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality acoustic assessments for various projects.
• Conduct environmental noise and vibration surveys.
• Prepare technical reports in line with UK standards.

Skills

Acoustic consultancy

Technical reporting

Acoustic modelling

Environmental noise monitoring

Client liaison

Education

Degree in Acoustics

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Physics

Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

CadnaA

SoundPLAN

Odeon

Insul

Job description

Junior Acoustic Consultant

Location: Wakefield

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Contract: Full-Time

An established and fast-growing national building consultancy is currently seeking a motivated Junior Acoustic Consultant to join its expanding acoustics and environmental team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career consultant to develop their skills within a supportive, multi-disciplinary environment working on a wide range of high-profile projects.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality acoustic assessments across environmental, architectural and building acoustics projects. The role will involve a mix of site-based work, technical analysis, reporting, and client liaison, offering strong technical development and long-term career progression.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Duties

• Undertake environmental noise and vibration surveys, including baseline and compliance monitoring.
• Carry out acoustic modelling using industry-standard software (e.g. CadnaA, SoundPLAN, Odeon, Insul).
• Prepare technical reports in line with relevant UK standards (BS 4142, BS 8233, BS 5228, ProPG, WHO, etc.).
• Complete building and architectural acoustics assessments, including sound insulation design and internal noise criteria.
• Develop noise mitigation strategies for planning, design and construction projects.
• Manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring deadlines, budgets and technical quality are met.
• Prepare fee proposals, quotations and project documentation.
• Attend site visits, project meetings and provide clear, professional technical advice.

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• 1-4 years’ experience within acoustic consultancy or relevant transferable experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK acoustic standards and guidance.
• Confident using sound level meters and monitoring equipment.
• High standard of technical reporting with strong attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel for site work.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Up to 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Full support for professional development, training and membership.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Healthcare Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Auto-enrolment pension with employer contributions.
• Enhanced company sick pay after probation.
• Supportive team culture with clear progression opportunities.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK.

Interested in this role? Please apply or reach out to Charlotte Lavender for more information.