Senior Acoustic Conultant in Manchester)

Penguin Recruitment; Manchester; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist consultancy is seeking a Senior Acoustic Consultant for a remote position. The role involves leading acoustic design, conducting assessments, and mentoring junior consultants. Ideal candidates will have 5-10 years of experience in building acoustics and familiarity with modelling software. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 along with benefits including remote working, healthcare, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Remote working

Company pension

Private healthcare

Annual bonus

25+ days annual leave

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in building acoustics consultancy.
• Strong understanding of room acoustics, sound insulation, and vibration control.
• Proficiency with modelling software.

Responsibilities

• Leading acoustic design for theatres and performance spaces.
• Conducting noise and vibration assessments.
• Producing technical reports and acoustic design documentation.
• Mentoring junior consultants.

Skills

Building acoustics consultancy

Room acoustics understanding

Sound insulation

Vibration control

Excellent report writing

Tools

Odeon

CATT

EASE

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Acoustic Consultant

Location: Remote - UK Wide

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits

A leading specialist consultancy is looking for a Senior Acoustic Consultant to join its growing UK team on a remote basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional with 5-10 years' experience in building acoustics, with a background in performing arts projects such as theatres, concert halls, or cultural venues being highly desirable (but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Leading acoustic design for theatres, performance spaces, and commercial developments
• Conducting noise and vibration assessments and building acoustics modelling
• Producing high-quality technical reports and acoustic design documentation
• Attending client and design team meetings across the UK when required
• Mentoring junior consultants and supporting team development
• Contributing to bids, proposals, and wider business growth activities

Qualifications and Skills

• 5-10 years' experience in building acoustics consultancy
• Strong understanding of room acoustics, sound insulation, and vibration control
• Proficiency with modelling software such as Odeon, CATT, or EASE
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• Experience in performing arts projects desirable but not essential
• Membership of the Institute of Acoustics desirable

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience
• Remote working across the UK with travel expenses covered
• Company pension and private healthcare scheme
• Annual bonus and CPD support
• 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Excellent career progression opportunities

If this role is of interest, or you are looking for other roles in Acoustics, please contact Aidan Morgan at Penguin Recruitment. There are 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.