Senior Acoustics Lead — Associate Director

WSP Global Inc.; Auchentibber; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Acoustics in Glasgow is seeking an Associate / Associate Director to lead our flagship and technically complex projects in Scotland, spanning sectors from renewable energy to infrastructure. You will help shape and grow our acoustics presence from the Glasgow office and mentor junior staff.

We value a client-centric approach and collaboration with environmental, sustainability and engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions across projects and markets.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification, and corporate membership of the Institute of Acoustics (MIOA / FIOA).
• Demonstrable experience in acoustics consultancy with environmental/buildings acoustics.
• Excellent technical, project management, presentation and communication skills.
• Strong client care ethos with a commercial mindset focused on work-winning and growth.
• Energetic, collaborative, and eager to learn while mentoring others.

Responsibilities

• Lead flagship, technically complex acoustics projects in Scotland from the Glasgow office.
• Grow the acoustics presence across sectors including renewable energy, commercial and infrastructure.
• Mentor junior staff, contribute to technical advancements and chartership progress.
• Maintain a client-centric approach and promote value over time in problem solving.
• Collaborate with environmental/sustainability teams and structural/rail/mechanical engineers.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Presentation

Report writing

Commercial awareness

Health and safety

Personal organisation

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant degree

Institute of Acoustics membership (MIOA / FIOA)

Job description

WSP Acoustics in Glasgow is seeking an Associate / Associate Director to lead our flagship and technically complex projects in Scotland, spanning sectors from renewable energy to infrastructure. You will help shape and grow our acoustics presence from the Glasgow office and mentor junior staff.

We value a client-centric approach and collaboration with environmental, sustainability and engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions across projects and markets.