Senior Acoustic Consultant

Your new companyMy client is an acoustic engineering company specialising in the design, supply and installation of noise control hardware. Making them unique, they have a contracting team that delivers noise solutions based on the pre-assessments done in-house. This presents great opportunities for people to develop in a desirable area of acoustics and work with clients on a broader scale.They currently have 15 staff across acoustics, contacting, sales and admin, so you'll be a part of a close-knit company and a well connected team. The acoustics team is currently 4 strong with a lead and two juniors, so you'll be coming into the middle to support the lead and develop into a mor senior position down the line.They conduct a range of environmental noise and architectural acoustics work for blue-chip retail, high end residential, service stations, plants and much more... Your new roleThey are looking for an Senior Acoustic Engineer / Consultant to join their team. As a leading consultancy they design and install noise control equipment for the construction industry, predominantly in central London (80%), and in the home counties, but also throughout the UK.The position involves being part of a team carrying out a varied and interesting range of work requiring a broad range of skills and knowledge of acoustics.Position Overview:

• Noise management planning and mitigation
• Mentoring / managing junior staff
• Data acquisition and analysis
• Noise modelling, calculation and report writing (CadnA)
• Project accounting and time management (Using in-house bespoke software currently in development)
• Client liaison and fee proposals
• Field work and site meetings

In addition, they offer the opportunity to get involved in noise control engineering, product design, development and testing. What you'll need to succeed

• Diploma, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Full membership with the IOA (Institute of Acoustics)
• Strong knowledge of noise regulations and standards.
• Proficiency in acoustic modelling software (e.g., CadnaA, SoundPLAN).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Experience managing a team is desirable.
• Excellent IT Skills.
• Report writing skills.
• Survey skills.
• Able to work autonomously.
• Experience of noise control engineering would be desirable but not essential.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary: £35k - £50k DOE
• Pension scheme
• 28 days holiday (inc. bank holidays)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Support towards chartership and professional memberships paid
• Hire cars provided - no need for your own vehicle for site work

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