Senior/Principle Acoustic Consultant

Penguin Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based Environmental and Acoustics Consultancy is seeking a Senior or Principal Noise Consultant in London. This role involves leading complex noise and vibration projects, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior consultants. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Pension

Private Medical Cover

Performance Bonuses

Long-term Career Progression

Qualifications

• 6-10 years' experience in acoustic consultancy.
• Proven project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Leading environmental noise and vibration assessments.
• Preparing and reviewing technical reports for planning applications.
• Managing client relationships.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Education

Degree in Acoustics

Degree in Physics

Degree in Engineering

Tools

CadnaA

SoundPLAN

Job description

Senior / Principal Noise Consultant - London - 55,000 to 70,000 + Benefits

A leading UK-based Environmental and Acoustics Consultancy is seeking a Senior or Principal Noise Consultant to join their established team in London. This is a high-impact role suited to an experienced consultant looking to lead complex noise and vibration projects across planning, infrastructure, and urban development.

Essential Criteria:

• A degree in Acoustics, Physics, Engineering, or a related field.
  
• Minimum of 6-10 years' experience in acoustic consultancy, with a strong focus on environmental noise and planning.
  
• Proven project management experience and ability to deliver complex assessments on time and within budget.
  
• Proficiency in industry-standard noise modelling software (e.g., CadnaA, SoundPLAN).
  
• Excellent communication and client liaison skills.
  

Desirable Criteria:

• Chartered status (e.g., MIOA or CEng) or actively working towards it.
  
• Familiarity with transport noise, large infrastructure schemes, and/or DCO work.
  
• Experience managing or mentoring junior consultants.
  
• Ability to lead bid writing or support business development.
  

The Role:
As a Senior or Principal Noise Consultant, you will take the lead on high-value noise and vibration projects in the capital and beyond. You'll work closely with multi-disciplinary teams, planners, and stakeholders-contributing technical expertise, strategic input, and leadership across your portfolio.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading environmental noise and vibration assessments.
  
• Preparing and reviewing technical reports for planning applications and environmental statements.
  
• Managing client relationships and contributing to team growth.
  
• Mentoring junior consultants and supporting internal knowledge-sharing.
  
• Overseeing project delivery from proposal through to final submission.
  

This is a full-time, office-based role in London, with hybrid flexibility. It offers a competitive salary, pension, private medical cover, performance bonuses, and excellent long-term career progression opportunities within a respected consultancy.

If you are interested in this or other senior roles in Acoustics or Environmental Consultancy, please do not hesitate to contact Aidan Morgan at (url removed) or call (phone number removed).

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This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.