SENIOR / PRINCIPAL ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT - £50,000 to £70,000 + Benefits - Brighton

An award-winning acoustic consultancy is looking for a technically strong and commercially minded SENIOR / PRINCIPAL ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT to join its growing team in Brighton. With a healthy pipeline of high-profile building acoustics and environmental noise projects, this is a key opportunity to take ownership of delivery, client relationships, and mentorship.

As a SENIOR / PRINCIPAL ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT, you'll work across sectors including residential, commercial, education, and public infrastructure, leading design input, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and guiding junior consultants. You'll also contribute to bids, strategic planning, and quality control.

We're looking for a SENIOR / PRINCIPAL ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT with:

6+ years of experience in acoustic consultancy

Strong technical background in building acoustics, sound insulation, and noise impact assessments

Proficiency in tools such as CadnaA, SoundPLAN, ODEON, or INSUL

Solid understanding of BB93, BS8233, BS4142, and relevant planning regulations

Experience in team leadership, client liaison, and project management

A degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, or similar

Chartered status (or working towards it) with the IOA or similar body

This Brighton-based role offers a £50,000 to £70,000 salary, hybrid working, bonus scheme, private medical insurance, flexible hours, and support toward Associate/Director-level progression.

Apply now if you're a confident and client-focused SENIOR / PRINCIPAL ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT looking to lead meaningful projects with a respected consultancy on the South Coast.

If you are interested in this or other roles in Acoustics, contact Aidan Morgan at or call (phone number removed).

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