Associate Acoustic Consultant - London

Location: London
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 (DOE)

A growing environmental consultancy is seeking an Associate Acoustic Consultant to lead the re-establishment of its in-house acoustics capability in London. With acoustics currently outsourced, this is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a service line, rebuild internal expertise, and shape the future direction of the discipline within a supportive, expanding business.

This role is ideal for a senior consultant with an entrepreneurial mindset who wants real influence over growth, standards, and team development, while benefiting from the stability and platform of an established organisation.

The Role

You will lead the delivery and development of the acoustics offering from the London office, working across a diverse project portfolio while driving the transition of outsourced work back in-house.

Projects include:

Wind energy developments

Planning and urban development

Residential schemes

Battery energy storage (BESS)

Employment and industrial facilities

Key Responsibilities

Lead acoustics projects from inception to completion

Produce and review high-quality technical reports

Act as technical lead for clients and internal teams

Improve processes, QA systems, and best practice standards

Reduce outsourcing by building in-house capability

Support business development and service growth

Mentor junior staff and help build a London-based team

About You

Senior or Associate-level experience in acoustic consultancy

Strong technical delivery and client management skills

Proven ability to maintain and raise quality standards

Commercial awareness and growth mindset

Motivation to build and lead a team long-term

This opportunity would also suit an experienced independent consultant looking to join a larger platform with resources, stability, and clear progression.

What's On Offer

£60,000 - £70,000 salary depending on experience

Hybrid and flexible working

Ownership of an in-house acoustics function

Clear leadership progression

Diverse workload across renewables, planning, and infrastructure

Apply

If you want an Associate role where you can build something meaningful, lead a growing service line, and shape long-term strategy - we'd like to hear from you.

Contact Abi King at Penguin Recruitment for more information