Senior Acoustic Consultant

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK consultancy is seeking a Senior Acoustic Consultant in London to spearhead innovative building acoustics projects. The role involves leading high-impact projects, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and delivering exceptional client solutions. A strong emphasis is placed on strategic growth, and the successful candidate will have significant experience in building acoustics consultancy. This position offers a competitive salary, employee ownership opportunities, and the chance to shape the future of the acoustics team as part of a rapidly expanding division.

Benefits

Competitive salary (DOE)

Employee ownership opportunities

Modern London office

Global opportunities

Clear career development pathways

Qualifications

• Significant experience in building acoustics and complex project delivery.
• Passion for high standards and best-in-class client solutions.
• Ready to embrace leadership challenges in an office-based role.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead high-quality building acoustics projects.
• Produce innovative solutions tailored to client needs.
• Drive the international growth of the acoustics division.

Skills

Building acoustics consultancy

Project management

Collaborative work

Strategic mindset

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Senior Acoustic Consultant - London

Are you an innovator with an entrepreneurial spirit, ready to make waves in the world of acoustics? Do you envision an opportunity where you can help shape the future of a team and create something extraordinary? We're seeking a Senior Acoustic Consultant to join our dynamic and forward‑thinking team in London. Seize this opportunity to not just join a thriving international company, but to stamp your mark on the future of our acoustics arm as it grows around you.

Our company boasts a team of over 200 professionals, including 160 experts in science and engineering, specializing in forensics, investigation, and expert witness services. With a strong emphasis on building acoustics, you'll lead projects that redefine workspace design, including office fit‑outs, corporate spaces, and commercial developments for leading blue‑chip clients.

This is your moment to take the lead in a division expanding by 30% annually, shaping its evolution as it steps further into international markets like South Africa and Italy. Your leadership can guide not just groundbreaking projects but the development of a team that will set new standards in the acoustics industry.

Responsibilities

• Spearheading high‑quality building acoustics projects, including office fit‑outs, corporate spaces, and commercial developments.
• Collaborating across our multidisciplinary team in London, including specialists in forensics, fire investigations, and road traffic collision analysis.
• Producing precise assessments and innovative solutions tailored to client needs.
• Delivering exceptional technical reports that solidify our reputation as an industry leader in quality and precision.
• Contributing to the strategic and structural growth of our acoustics division, leading it into its next phase as an internationally recognized arm of our business.
• Leveraging the latest advancements, such as AI and automation, to enhance consultancy approaches and set new benchmarks for efficiency and innovation.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in building acoustics consultancy and a proven track record in managing and delivering complex, high‑impact projects.
• Passion for setting high standards of technical excellence and delivering best‑in‑class client solutions.
• Thrives in a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and forward‑thinking environment.
• Strategic mindset and the motivation to actively drive the expansion and success of the acoustics team, leaving a lasting legacy.
• Resides in or near London and is ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities of an office‑based leadership role.

Day‑to‑Day

• Engaging with and advising high‑profile corporate clients, shaping the future of their office and commercial spaces with your insights.
• Conducting intricate acoustic assessments and conceptualizing solutions tailored to modern, innovative commercial challenges.
• Fostering a collaborative team environment by working with professionals from various disciplines, such as fire investigations and forensic experts, to deliver integrated results.
• Mastering the latest tools and technologies, including AI, to redefine industry standards.
• Driving the international growth of the acoustics division, a fast‑expanding arm of our organization, and playing a leading role in its trajectory.
• Building and mentoring a team that reflects your vision and expertise, ensuring its continued success and development.

Benefits

• A blend of corporate resources and the supportive, entrepreneurial feel of an independent firm, where your impact will be seen and felt.
• Employee ownership opportunities through pre‑tax salary sacrifice, giving you a personal stake in our journey to success.
• A stunning, modern London office, where vibrant ideas and diverse expertise come together.
• Exciting opportunities for global exposure as part of our international expansion in the acoustics division.
• A pivotal role where you can shape the future of our acoustics team, contributing directly to a rapidly evolving and expanding division.
• Competitive salary (DOE) and clear, actionable career development pathways designed to recognize and reward your impact.

This is more than just a role—it's a platform to make your mark on the industry and forge your legacy within a globally ambitious company. You'll have the opportunity to lead, build, and grow a market‑leading acoustics team, leaving a lasting impact on the future of consultancy.

Join us at this critical juncture and be a driving force in shaping the future of acoustics both in the UK and beyond. Apply now—let's innovate and create something extraordinary together!