Acoustic Consultant

  • Penguin Recruitment Ltd
  • Sep 29, 2025
Full time Construction Planner

Job Description

Job Title: Acoustic ConsultantLocation: LondonSalary: £32,000 - £40,000 + Benefits

A leading environmental and engineering consultancy is seeking an Acoustic Consultant to join its established team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious professional with a background in environmental acoustics, building acoustics, or noise and vibration assessment to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across the capital and wider UK.

As an Acoustic Consultant, you will support the delivery of high-quality projects across infrastructure, transport, residential, and commercial development. The role offers excellent progression prospects, professional development opportunities, and the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on technically challenging and rewarding schemes.

Benefits for the role of Acoustic Consultant include:

  • Competitive salary of £32,000 - £40,000 depending on experience

  • Company pension and private healthcare scheme

  • Annual bonus and CPD funding

  • 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays

  • Hybrid and flexible working options

  • Clear career progression to Senior and Principal levels

Duties for the role of Acoustic Consultant include:

  • Conducting noise and vibration monitoring surveys across London and the South East

  • Undertaking acoustic modelling and environmental noise assessments

  • Preparing Environmental Statement chapters and detailed technical reports

  • Liaising with clients, planners, and regulatory authorities

  • Supporting business development and contributing to proposals

  • Assisting with the mentoring of junior staff

Skills and experience required for the role of Acoustic Consultant:

  • Degree in Acoustics, Physics, or a related discipline

  • 2-4 years' experience in acoustic consultancy

  • Proficiency with software such as CadnaA, SoundPLAN, or Odeon

  • Excellent report writing and verbal communication skills

  • Membership of the Institute of Acoustics desirable

  • Full UK driving licence

If this role is of interest, or you are looking for other roles in Acoustics, please contact Aidan Morgan at Penguin Recruitment. There are many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.