Senior Acoustic Consultant

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Scotland; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based Acoustic and Environmental Consultancy is seeking a Senior Acoustic Consultant to join their expanding team in Bristol. You will lead complex projects, mentor junior staff, and ensure quality delivery across various sectors while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits within a supportive consultancy environment.

Benefits

Pension

Private medical cover

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in acoustic consultancy.
• Strong background in environmental and/or building acoustics.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct noise and vibration monitoring and assessments.
• Produce reports for planning and compliance.
• Manage client relationships and oversee project delivery.

Skills

Acoustic consultancy

Technical proficiency

Client management

Education

Degree in Acoustics, Physics, Engineering

Tools

CadnaA

SoundPLAN

Odeon

Job description

View more categories View less categories Sector Business Services Responsibilities Executive Management Position/Level Senior Management ,Consultant Contract Type Permanent

Senior Acoustic Consultant - Bristol - £45,000 to £60,000 + Benefits

A leading UK-based Acoustic and Environmental Consultancy is seeking a Senior Acoustic Consultant to join their established and growing team in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced consultant to lead complex building and environmental acoustics projects across the South West and beyond, while playing a key role in mentoring junior staff and shaping project delivery.

Essential Requirements:

• A degree in Acoustics, Physics, Engineering, or a closely related subject.
  
• 5+ years' experience in acoustic consultancy.
  
• Strong technical background in environmental and/or building acoustics.
  
• Proficiency in industry-standard modelling tools (e.g., CadnaA, SoundPLAN, Odeon).
  
• A full UK driving licence.
  

Desirable Experience:

• Chartered status or working towards it (e.g., MIOA).
  
• Knowledge of relevant UK standards (BS4142, BS8233, BB93, ProPG).
  
• Experience managing projects and working directly with clients.
  
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior team members.
  

The Role:As a Senior Acoustic Consultant, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality acoustic assessments across a range of sectors including residential, commercial, education, infrastructure, and planning. You'll support project management, technical delivery, and team development while working closely with both public and private sector clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting noise and vibration monitoring and acoustic assessments.
  
• Producing detailed reports for planning and compliance.
  
• Managing client relationships and overseeing project delivery.
  
• Supporting junior staff and contributing to quality control.
  
• Attending site visits and design meetings as needed.
  

This is a full-time, Bristol-based position, offering a competitive salary (£45,000 to £60,000), pension, private medical cover, and long-term opportunities for progression into principal or associate-level roles within a supportive consultancy environment.

If you are interested in this or other roles in Acoustics, please do not hesitate to contact Aidan Morgan at or call .

We have many more vacancies available on our website.This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

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