Senior Acoustic Consultant

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • Bristol, Gloucestershire
  • Oct 17, 2025
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Senior Acoustic Consultant

Location: Bristol

Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 DOE

Join a sustainability-driven consultancy where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Penguin Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading environmental and acoustic consultancy in the search for a talented Senior Acoustic Consultant. This is a unique opportunity to work on meaningful, high-profile projects while being part of a supportive and forward-thinking team.



The Role

As a Senior Acoustic Consultant, you'll take the lead on diverse and challenging projects across multiple sectors - from education and healthcare to residential, commercial, and performing arts developments. You'll combine your technical expertise with a collaborative mindset to deliver innovative, sustainable acoustic solutions.

This role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to shape projects from concept through to completion.



Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee acoustic projects from inception to completion.

  • Deliver technical excellence in building acoustics, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and best practices.

  • Communicate acoustic findings clearly to clients and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Undertake on-site testing, including sound insulation and vibration assessments.

  • Use advanced modelling tools such as CATT, Odeon, INSUL, Cadna/A, and Revit.

  • Collaborate closely with clients, architects, and colleagues to integrate acoustic design seamlessly into wider projects.

  • Contribute to BIM integration, product development, and continuous improvement of company processes.

  • Mentor and support junior consultants, fostering a culture of learning and development.



About You

Essential:

  • Proven experience in building acoustics and a strong grasp of relevant standards and techniques.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.

  • Practical experience in sound insulation testing and construction acoustics.

  • Proficiency with software tools such as CATT, Odeon, INSUL, Cadna/A, and Revit.

  • A collaborative team player with a people-focused approach.

Desirable:

  • Experience in environmental acoustics projects.

  • A passion for sustainable design and green building acoustics.



What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary and workplace pension.

  • 33 days of annual leave (with the option to buy or sell additional days).

  • Cycle to Work Scheme and other travel benefits.

  • Family-friendly policies, including inclusive parenthood leave.

  • Professional development support, including funding for up to two professional memberships.

  • A vibrant, inclusive, and modern workplace in the heart of Bristol.



Why Join?

You'll be part of a consultancy celebrated for its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and employee growth. This is your chance to make a real impact - working on inspiring projects that enhance both the built environment and your professional development.



Ready to Apply?

Get in touch with Abi King at Penguin Recruitment for more details or to apply directly.
Send your CV or call to start your next chapter in acoustics and sustainability today.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect of this position.