Acoustic Consultant

Location:

Manchester (M15) – Lancashire, North West, United Kingdom

Salary:

£32000 – £37000 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Other Industries & Skills:

Consultancy

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132572000

Posted On:

23 December 2025

Acoustic Consultant – GBP32,000 to GBP37,000 + Benefits – Manchester

Overview

A respected and forward-thinking acoustic consultancy is seeking a motivated Acoustic Consultant to join their team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to develop their expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will work on a variety of exciting projects across residential, commercial, education, and healthcare sectors, with comprehensive training and mentoring provided by experienced specialists.

Responsibilities

As a Junior Acoustic Consultant, your key responsibilities will include:

* Assisting in environmental noise and building acoustics assessments.
* Supporting acoustic modelling using tools such as CadnaA, ODEON, or SoundPLAN.
* Conducting site visits, surveys, and measurements.
* Preparing technical reports under the guidance of senior consultants.
* Collaborating with the team to deliver high-quality project outcomes.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

* A degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline.
* A strong interest in building acoustics and environmental noise.
* Familiarity with acoustic standards such as BB93, BS8233, or Approved Document E (advantageous but not essential).
* Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
* A proactive attitude and enthusiasm to learn and grow within the consultancy field.
* A full UK driving licence (preferred).

Day-to-day

Your daily activities will involve:

* Conducting noise and vibration assessments for a variety of projects.
* Using industry-standard software to perform acoustic modelling and analysis.
* Attending site visits to carry out surveys and measurements.
* Preparing detailed technical reports and documentation.
* Collaborating with colleagues to ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive package, including:

* A salary of GBP32,000 – GBP37,000 (dependent on experience).
* Hybrid working arrangements from the Manchester office.
* Comprehensive training and mentoring from senior consultants.
* Private medical insurance, pension scheme, and generous annual leave.
* Ongoing professional development and support toward IOA membership and chartership.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Acoustic Consultant to build a rewarding career in a supportive and well-established consultancy.

For more information on this or any other opportunities in acoustics, Amir Gharaati of Penguin Recruitment.

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