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Job Title: Acoustic Consultant
Location: Birstall, Leeds
Hours: Full-time
Reports To: Senior Acoustic Consultant
Salary: Circa £30,000

I’m working with a national building consultancy specialising in building safety, environmental compliance and technical support for projects across the built environment. Due to continued growth, they are looking to bring an Acoustic Consultant into their expanding acoustics and environmental team.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with 1‑3+ years of consultancy experience to work across environmental, architectural and building acoustics projects – supporting design teams, delivering high‑quality assessments, and contributing to a wide range of client‑facing work.

• Undertake environmental noise and vibration surveys, baseline monitoring and compliance assessments
• Carry out acoustic modelling using industry‑standard software (CadnaA, SoundPLAN, Odeon, Insul)
• Prepare clear, accurate technical reports to BS4142, BS8233, BS5228, ProPG, WHO and other standards
• Deliver building acoustics work including sound insulation design, reverberation assessments and internal noise criteria
• Support the development of noise mitigation solutions for planning and building design

• Manage projects from start to finish, ensuring technical quality, budget control and timely delivery
• Prepare proposals, fee quotes and project documentation
• Liaise with clients, planners and design teams
• Attend site visits and design meetings, providing clear and professional advice

• Ensure all work aligns with current legislation, guidance and best practice
• Maintain accurate survey records, calibration logs and QA documentation

• Degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, Environmental Science or related subject
• 1‑3+ years’ experience in acoustic consultancy (or relevant transferable experience)
• Strong understanding of UK acoustic standards and guidance
• Proficiency with sound level meters and monitoring equipment
• Strong analytical, reporting and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good organisational and time‑management skills
• Proactive, solutions‑focused approach

• IOA membership (AMIOA/MIOA) or working toward it
• Experience with modelling software such as CadnaA or SoundPLAN
• Knowledge of vibration assessment and monitoring
• Experience in architectural acoustics or mechanical services noise control

• Up to 30 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Professional development support, including IOA membership and training
• Opportunities to work on diverse and high‑profile projects
• Flexible working arrangements
• Supportive team culture with clear progression pathways
• Healthcare cash plan (dental, optical, hospital stays, etc.)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Workplace pension (3% employer, 5% employee)
• Company sick pay after probation (up to 8 weeks in a 12‑month period)

If you’re interested in this Acoustic Consultant role – or would like to explore other acoustics opportunities – please contact Aidan Morgan at Penguin Recruitment.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this vacancy.