Principal Acoustic Consultant - #2130383

Penguin Recruitment Ltd


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: London
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 / year
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day
Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Principal Acoustic Consultant - London
£50,000 - £55,000 DOE

We're working with a long-established, multi-disciplinary building services consultancy expanding its London acoustics team. The practice delivers specialist acoustic, noise and vibration advice on major UK developments and complex refurbishments, partnering closely with architects and design teams from concept through completion.

They are seeking a Principal Acoustic Consultant to act as the senior technical authority within the London team, leading complex project delivery, mentoring consultants, and helping shape the strategic direction of the acoustics offering.

The role

This is a senior leadership position combining technical excellence, project oversight and client engagement. You will:

  • Lead building and architectural acoustics on flagship projects

  • Direct environmental noise and vibration strategy

  • Provide expert input into M&E acoustics and mitigation design

  • Review and sign off high-level reports and modelling
  • Manage senior client relationships and support work winning

  • Collaborate with MEP, sustainability and structural disciplines

You will also mentor junior consultants, define technical standards, and strengthen the long-term capability of the acoustics team.

About you

You will demonstrate:

  • Extensive consultancy experience in acoustics

  • Recognised technical authority and leadership skills

  • Strong knowledge of BS 4142, BS 8233, BB93 and ProPG

  • Experience using CadnaA and/or SoundPLAN

  • Confidence overseeing complex delivery and QA

  • Excellent client-facing communication

Desirable
  • IOA membership or chartership progression

  • Construction noise & vibration (Section 61) experience

  • Involvement in business development or team growth

Why apply?
  • Principal-level leadership role on major London schemes

  • Collaborative multi-disciplinary environment

  • Clear pathway toward Associate/Director progression

  • Opportunity to influence and grow a respected acoustics team

To apply, or more more information, please contact Amir Gharaati at Penguin Recruitment.

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