PRINCIPAL ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT - £55,000 to £70,000 + Benefits - Dorset

A specialist acoustic consultancy is seeking a highly capable PRINCIPAL ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT to lead technical delivery and business development in Dorset. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and commercially astute PRINCIPAL ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT to take ownership of regional projects across building acoustics, environmental noise, and industrial compliance.

As a PRINCIPAL ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT, you will manage a portfolio of diverse projects, support junior team development, and play a key role in growing the consultancy's presence across the South Coast. Your work will include sound insulation testing, noise impact assessments, and liaison with local authorities and developers.

We are looking for a PRINCIPAL ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT with:

7+ years of experience in acoustic consultancy

Strong technical expertise in building acoustics, BB93, BS8233, and BS4142

Proven project and team management experience

Proficiency in modelling software such as CadnaA, SoundPLAN, or ODEON

Degree in Acoustics, Engineering, or a related field

Chartered status or actively working toward it (IOA/CEnv preferred)

Full UK driving licence

This Dorset-based role offers a £55,000 to £70,000 salary, flexible hybrid working, private healthcare, pension, performance bonuses, and a clear path to Associate or Director level.

Apply now if you're a senior-level PRINCIPAL ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT looking for regional leadership in a well-respected, high-growth practice.

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