Senior Acoustic Consultant (Scientist/Engineer)

Department: Noise/Accoustics/Vibration

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: London, UK

Reporting To: Matthew Weston

Compensation: £40,000 - £50,000 / year

Description

• You push the boundaries of what’s possible.
• People know they can rely on you to follow through on your commitments.
• You believe that when a group of people come together, they can achieve more than any one person could alone.

Key Responsibilities

• Outlining a scope of work for new projects.
• Conducting and guiding others to perform environmental and on-site noise and vibration measurements.
• Good working knowledge of Environmental, Building and Architectural acoustics disciplines (sound insulation, reverberation times etc).
• Conducting environmental noise and vibration assessments autonomously.
• Performing computer modelling using SoundPLAN, CadnaA, NoiseMap, and industry standard building acoustics modelling and prediction software.
• Designing effective noise and vibration mitigation measures.
• Guiding small teams for larger projects.
• Developing strong working relationships with clients.
• Meeting and exceeding client expectations and project milestones.
• Writing clear and concise technical project reports on large and small projects.
• Providing advice on technical problems and following the appropriate quality control procedures.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Acoustical, Civil, Architectural Acoustics Engineering or Environmental Engineering, or a related technical discipline, preferably with focus on acoustics, noise and/or vibration.
• 6 to 10 years of relevant work experience in Environmental and/or Building Acoustics.
• Demonstrated experience in acoustic design, environmental noise and vibration engineering and relevant instrument operation.
• In depth understanding of noise guidelines, noise modelling techniques, and calculations.
• Experience with SoundPLAN, CadnaA, NoiseMap, and proficient in the use of industry standard building acoustics modelling and prediction software.
• Track record of developing and maintaining excellent working relationships with clients.
• Ability to successfully meet schedules and control costs.
• Demonstrated initiative, independent problem-solving methods/capabilities, exceptional coordination and consultation skills.
• An ability to work in a fast-paced consulting environment to provide practical solutions with minimal supervision, while multi-tasking in meeting deadlines.
• Corporate membership of the Institute of Acoustics (MIOA/FIOA).

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong people and team skills.
• Proven organizational capability, decision making and coordination skills while working on several projects.
• Demonstrated initiative, independent problem-solving methods/capabilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Determined and resilient, with the drive to see tasks through to successful completion.
• Strong practical problem-solving skills, paired with sound judgment and decision-making ability.
• Drive to continuously improve processes and enhance efficiency.
• Ability to travel occasionally within the UK.
• Full, clean UK driving license.

• Advanced level Microsoft Excel and Word capabilities
• Intermediate level user of Max/MSP visual programming software
• Intermediate level user of CadnaA, SoundPLAN, or similar software
• Intermediate level user of AutoCAD and reading Engineering Drawings
• Intermediate level user of ArcGIS, QGIS or similar GIS package, preferably.

Job Benefits

• Annual Company Performance Bonus Scheme.
• Group Health Benefits.
• Company Life Assurance Scheme.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Reimbursement of Professional Subscriptions.
• Annual Health and Wellbeing Allowance.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.