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Senior Acoustic Consultant
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My client is a leading multidisciplinary environmental, engineering and consultancy organisation supporting high-profile public and private sector projects across the UK and Europe. With a strong reputation for technical excellence, innovation and sustainability, they work on major developments spanning infrastructure, residential, commercial, healthcare, education, defence and renewable energy sectors.
Their growing Acoustics team delivers specialist environmental noise, vibration and building acoustics services to a diverse client base, offering the opportunity to work on complex and nationally significant projects while benefiting from a collaborative and flexible working environment.
Your New Role
As a Senior Acoustic Consultant, you will play a key role in delivering technical noise and vibration consultancy services across a varied project portfolio. You'll take ownership of projects from proposal stage through to completion, providing robust technical advice, developing innovative mitigation strategies and influencing planning and development outcomes.
Working closely with internal multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders, you will manage client relationships, lead technical delivery and contribute to the continued growth of the acoustics business.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Delivering environmental noise, vibration and building acoustics assessments.
- Managing projects from inception through to delivery, including programme, budget and quality control.
- Producing high-quality technical reports and client-facing documentation.
- Providing technical guidance on UK noise and vibration legislation, policy and standards.
- Preparing fee proposals, tenders and supporting business development activities.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships across a range of sectors.
- Mentoring junior team members and supporting technical development within the team.
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What You'll Need to Succeed
Degree in Acoustics, Physics, Audio Technology or similar OR an IOA diploma
Experience undertaking noise and vibration assessments for planning and development projects.
Knowledge of UK environmental noise legislation and industry guidance.
Technical reporting skills.
Experience using industry-standard noise modelling software and monitoring equipment.
Strong project management and client-facing skills.
A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.
Desirable:
- Membership of the Institute of Acoustics (IOA) or a desire to work towards professional accreditation.
- Team management experience.
- Business development skills.
- Experience as an expert witness.
- Architectural acoustics knowledge/experience.
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What You'll Get in Return
In return, you'll join a highly respected consultancy offering an excellent platform for professional development and career progression.
Benefits include:
- Competitive salary (£35,000 - £50,000 depending on your experience)
- Employer matched pension plan
- Paid professional memberships
- Flexible health and wellness; medical, dental, vision for e.g.
- Life insurance
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (with option to buy/sell up to 5)
- Flexible, hybrid and remote working arrangements.
- Exposure to a diverse range of sectors and clients.
- Structured career development and internal/external training opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
What You Need to Do Now
If you're interested in this opportunity, click "Apply Now" to submit your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
If this role isn't quite right for you, but you're considering a move within acoustics, environmental monitoring or air quality consultancy, please get in touch for a confidential conversation about the wider market.
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