Senior Acoustic Consultant

Company: Penguin Recruitment
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Senior Acoustic Consultant

Location: Fully Remote!

Contact: Amir Gharaati at Penguin Recruitment

The Role

As a Senior Acoustic Consultant, you will lead exciting and varied projects across sectors such as schools, hospitals, residential developments, office spaces, and performing arts buildings. You will bring expert technical knowledge, mentor others, and drive innovative sound and vibration solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee projects from inception to completion.
  • Deliver technical excellence in building acoustics while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Interpret and present acoustic information to non‑technical stakeholders and clients effectively.
  • Conduct essential on‑site work such as sound insulation testing, vibration assessments, and construction reviews.
  • Use advanced software tools like CATT, Odeon, INSUL, Cadna/A, and Revit for acoustic modelling and analysis.
  • Collaborate closely with clients, architects, and colleagues for optimal integration of acoustic solutions.
  • Contribute to BIM integration, product development, and improvement of company processes.

Typical Day

  • Lead meetings with stakeholders to ensure clear communication and efficient project coordination.
  • Prepare detailed acoustic design specifications, reports, and technical documentation.
  • Perform on‑site tests and refine acoustic models using cutting‑edge tools.
  • Guide and mentor junior consultants on complex projects.
  • Brainstorm with teammates to develop sustainable, innovative solutions to acoustic challenges.
  • Share knowledge and insights with the team to foster a supportive and growth‑oriented environment.

About You

To excel in this role you should have:

Essential

  • Strong experience in building acoustics and a deep understanding of relevant standards, techniques, and best practices.
  • Excellent communication skills to articulate technical information to clients and non‑specialists.
  • Hands‑on experience in sound insulation testing and construction analysis.
  • Proficiency in CATT, Odeon, INSUL, Cadna/A, and Revit for acoustic modelling.
  • A collaborative mindset and desire to work in an inclusive, people‑focused environment.

Desirable

  • Familiarity with environmental acoustics projects.
  • Passion for sustainability and integrating acoustic solutions into green building designs.

Benefits

  • A competitive salary package paired with a workplace pension plan.
  • 33 days of annual leave with flexibility to buy/sell additional days.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme support.
  • Inclusive parenthood leave policies.
  • Full support for professional body memberships (up to two) and continued professional development.
  • A modern, supportive, and diverse workplace culture.

Application

Contact Amir Gharaati of Penguin Recruitment for further details or to explore similar opportunities in the acoustics industry.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026