Job Title: Senior Acoustic Consultant
Location: Bristol
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

A well-established consultancy with a strong reputation in acoustic design and sustainable engineering is looking to add a Senior Acoustic Consultant to its Bristol office. This is a chance to join a progressive, supportive team involved in a wide variety of projects, consistently delivering high-quality acoustic solutions.

If you're passionate about acoustics, enjoy working closely with clients, and want to help shape buildings that are both well-designed and environmentally responsible, this position could be an excellent match.

Key Responsibilities

Lead acoustic design work across sectors such as education, healthcare, residential, commercial and performance venues.

Provide expert technical guidance and ensure all designs comply with current standards and best practice.

Communicate complex acoustic concepts clearly to clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Conduct site visits, assessments and sound insulation testing.

Work with modelling tools including CATT, Odeon, INSUL, Cadna/A and Revit.

Support the development of new methods, tools and workflows to improve delivery.

Mentor and guide junior team members.

What You'll Bring

Strong knowledge of building acoustics and relevant regulations.

A background in managing projects across a range of sectors.

Confident communication skills and a client-focused mindset.

Practical experience in site-based work and sound insulation testing.

Understanding of - or interest in - acoustic and environmental modelling software.

A collaborative attitude and enthusiasm for sustainable, well-considered design.

A Typical Day Might Include

Partnering with architects, engineers and clients to develop effective acoustic strategies.

Visiting sites to carry out assessments and performance checks.

Running simulations and preparing acoustic models.

Producing technical reports and supporting design documentation.

Sharing ideas, supporting junior colleagues and encouraging innovation.

Maintaining strong, ongoing client relationships.

Benefits

Competitive salary and pension

33 days annual leave, with the option to buy or sell

Cycle to Work scheme

Excellent CPD opportunities and clear progression routes

Modern, well-equipped workspace with convenient transport links

If you're an experienced Acoustic Consultant looking to join a creative, sustainability-focused consultancy that values collaboration and quality, I'd love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, contact Abi King at Penguin Recruitment.

Penguin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency for this vacancy