Senior Acoustics & Noise Consultant

AECO; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Job summary

AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities team seeks a Senior Acoustics & Noise Consultant to join the Bangalore/Gurugram field. You will lead complex acoustics, noise and vibration projects across transportation, energy, water and urban development, coordinating with environmental planners, engineers and architects.

You will develop junior staff, advance technical excellence and drive growth of AECOM’s global acoustics practice while working within our flexible hybrid model and international project

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Acoustics, Physics, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering environmental acoustics, noise and vibration assessments for infrastructure or development projects.
• Practical experience using CadnaA, SoundPLAN or equivalent acoustic modelling software.
• Chartered status (MIOA/FIOA) or active progression toward professional accreditation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, client‑focused advice.

Responsibilities

• Lead acoustics, noise and vibration assessments across infrastructure and development projects.
• Undertake and review acoustic modelling using CadnaA, SoundPLAN, CATT, Insul, EASE and SketchUp.
• Deliver high‑quality technical reports and client‑ready deliverables.
• Apply Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) processes and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to provide trusted technical advice.
• Contribute to project delivery, resource planning and quality assurance.
• Identify opportunities to extend services and support business growth.
• Coach and develop junior acoustics professionals.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication

Project delivery

Mentoring juniors

Education

Master’s degree in Acoustics/Physics/Engineering

Chartered status (MIOA/FIOA) or progression

Tools

CadnaA

SoundPLAN

CATT

Insul

EASE

SketchUp

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM India Global Services Private Limited
• Business Line: Architecture
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Operating Group: International
• Primary Location: IN - Bangalore, KA, 5th Floor Sattva

Company Description

AECOM’sEnterprise Capabilitiesteam is looking for anSenior Acoustics & Noise Consultant join our team in Bangalore/Gurugram.

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to ourThink and Act Globallystrategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry.

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and size

Job Description

Work on Landmark Global Projects. Advance Your Technical Expertise. Deliver a Better World.

Are you an experienced acoustics professional looking to work on some of the world's most complex and impactful infrastructure, transportation, renewable energy and urban development projects?

Join AECOM's global Environment Services practice and become part of a world-class Acoustics team of over 50 specialists supporting major programmes across the UK and internationally. Based in Gurugram, you will collaborate directly with industry-leading experts and contribute to prestigious projects such as HS2, Transport for London, Battersea Power Station, Houses of Parliament, NEOM and other transformational developments.

This is an exceptional opportunity to accelerate your career through exposure to international best practice, cutting‑edge modelling technologies, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a clear pathway for technical and professional growth.

At AECOM, you'll work alongside some of the industry's brightest minds while helping create more sustainable, resilient and liveable communities around the world.

Why Join AECOM?

• Work on globally recognised infrastructure, transport, energy and development projects.
• Collaborate with leading acousticians and environmental specialists across the UK, Europe, Australia, North America and the Middle East.
• Gain exposure to advanced acoustics modelling, environmental assessment and digital tools.
• Be part of a growing Enterprise Capabilities with opportunities for career progression and leadership.
• Contribute to projects that positively impact communities, environmental outcomes and long‑term sustainability.
• Benefit from our flexible hybrid working model and inclusive, high‑performance culture.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Acoustics & Noise Consultant, you will play a key role in delivering technically complex acoustics, noise and vibration projects across a diverse portfolio of transportation, renewable energy, water, environment, buildings and urban development programmes.

You will lead technical assessments, acoustic modelling and reporting activities while working closely with multidisciplinary teams including environmental planners, transport specialists, engineers and architects. You will also help develop junior team members, contribute to technical excellence and support the continued growth of AECOM's global acoustics practice.

What You'll Bring

Technical Leadership

• Lead acoustics, noise and vibration assessments across a range of environmental and infrastructure projects.
• Undertake and review acoustic modelling using tools such as CadnaA, SoundPLAN, CATT, Insul, EASE and SketchUp.
• Deliver high‑quality technical reports, assessments and client‑ready deliverables.
• Apply sound knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) processes and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to provide trusted technical advice.
• Contribute to project delivery, resource planning and technical quality assurance.
• Identify opportunities to extend services and support business growth.
• Coach and develop junior acoustics professionals.
• Promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Explore innovative approaches, emerging technologies and smarter ways of delivering project outcomes.

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Profile

We’re looking for professionals who are technically curious, collaborative, solutions‑oriented and passionate about delivering excellence.

You will ideally have:

• Master’s degree in Acoustics, Physics, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering environmental acoustics, noise and vibration assessments for infrastructure or development projects. Prior UK experience is not mandatory but desirable.
• Practical experience using CadnaA, SoundPLAN or equivalent acoustic modelling software.
• Chartered status (MIOA/FIOA) or active progression toward professional accreditation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, client‑focused advice.

Additional Information

At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity

Our Freedom to Grow hybrid working philosophy is the cornerstone of our success as a business – supporting a culture of flexibility, trust and performance at AECOM.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well‑being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase plan

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public‑and private‑sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale that transform the way we do business.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.