Senior Acoustic Consultant

Your new company

My client is a well-established acoustic consultancy with over 20 years of experience delivering high-quality noise and vibration services across the UK and internationally. Known for their pragmatic and non-corporate approach, they offer a collaborative, flexible working environment with a strong emphasis on technical excellence and professional growth.

They also have a sister business used for designing and manufacturing bespoke, specialist equipment for use in the acoustics industry.

Your new role

Environmental Acoustics: Assessments of construction sites, wind farms, industrial sites, nightclubs, and other noise-generating facilities and developments.
Building Acoustics: Internal sound insulation, noise breakout, and compliance testing.
Planning Support: Supporting clients through the planning process, sometimes involved in planning appeals and nuisance cases.
Project Delivery and Management: Working with residential developers and retained clients in areas such as student accommodation and co-living.
Modelling, Testing & Calibration: Emphasis on real-world measurement and in-house calibration, with a preference for testing over modelling where appropriate.
Site work: Conducting noise assessments and testing on site.

What you’ll need to succeed

Degree-qualified in acoustics or a related field
Membership or chartership with the Institute of Acoustics
Experienced in environmental and/or building acoustics
Strong communicator with a pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset
Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
Passionate about maintaining high standards and continuous learning
Experience using modelling software such as IMMI, CATT, Insul
Commercial awareness

What you’ll get in return

Competitive salary: £40,000 – £45,000 DOE
Annual discretionary bonus
Flexible working hours within reason
Statutory pension plan
Company car or car allowance
Holiday allowance of 24 days + bank holidays
Access to private medical healthcare plan
Flexibility to work from home one day a week if necessary
A flat structure with open communication and autonomy
A non-corporate culture with a strong sense of community; table tennis and a scenic courtyard at the office
Career development tailored to your interests and strengths
Mostly local site work across the region

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