Join a forward-thinking acoustic consultancy where you'll develop your expertise across diverse projects whilst receiving comprehensive training and mentoring from experienced specialists.
Acoustic Consultant - £32,000 to £37,000 + Benefits - Manchester
Overview
A respected and forward-thinking acoustic consultancy is seeking a motivated Acoustic Consultant to join their team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to develop their expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will work on a variety of exciting projects across residential, commercial, education, and healthcare sectors, with comprehensive training and mentoring provided by experienced specialists.
Responsibilities
As a Junior Acoustic Consultant, your key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in environmental noise and building acoustics assessments
- Supporting acoustic modelling using tools such as CadnaA, ODEON, or SoundPLAN
- Conducting site visits, surveys, and measurements
- Preparing technical reports under the guidance of senior consultants
- Collaborating with the team to deliver high-quality project outcomes
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline
- A strong interest in building acoustics and environmental noise
- Familiarity with acoustic standards such as BB93, BS8233, or Approved Document E (advantageous but not essential)
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills
- A proactive attitude and enthusiasm to learn and grow within the consultancy field
- A full UK driving licence (preferred)
Day-to-day
Your daily activities will involve:
- Conducting noise and vibration assessments for a variety of projects
- Using industry-standard software to perform acoustic modelling and analysis
- Attending site visits to carry out surveys and measurements
- Preparing detailed technical reports and documentation
- Collaborating with colleagues to ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard
Benefits
This role offers a competitive package, including:
- A salary of £32,000 - £37,000 (dependent on experience)
- Hybrid working arrangements from the Manchester office
- Comprehensive training and mentoring from senior consultants
- Private medical insurance, pension scheme, and generous annual leave
- Ongoing professional development and support toward IOA membership and chartership
This is an excellent opportunity for an Acoustic Consultant to build a rewarding career in a supportive and well-established consultancy.
For more information on this or any other opportunities in acoustics, please contact Amir Gharaati of Penguin Recruitment.
