Acoustics Consultant

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We are looking for an Acoustics Consultant to join Arup’s Acoustics, Audio Visual and Theatre Consulting team, supporting the delivery of high‑quality acoustic design and advisory work across a broad range of projects. This opportunity reflects our continued growth in the Property and Science, Industry and Technology markets—particularly in commercial workplace and data centre projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical rigour with creative problem solving, and who wants to develop within a collaborative global practice. You will work alongside experienced colleagues and specialists across Arup’s wider network, contributing to projects where acoustic performance is central to successful outcomes.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to the clients and communities we serve.

The successful candidate will bring previous experience in acoustic consultancy, supporting acoustic design across areas such as building acoustics, environmental noise, building services noise and vibration, room acoustics, sound insulation, façade design and construction‑stage support.

• Relevant tertiary qualification in acoustics, acoustic engineering, building physics, mechanical engineering or a related discipline, with a commitment to ongoing professional development, including progression towards membership of a relevant professional body such as the Institute of Acoustics.
• Experience in acoustic consultancy, with a sound understanding of building acoustics, environmental noise, building services noise control and vibration assessment, ideally demonstrated on commercial workplace and/or data centre projects.
• Experience with relevant design and modelling software such as ODEON, CATT, SoundPLAN, CadnaA, Revit or AutoCAD, alongside an awareness of AI‑enabled design tools and an interest in their responsible use within consulting.
• A client‑focused and commercially aware mindset, with the ability to understand client drivers, balance technical excellence with programme requirements, and translate expertise into practical, buildable and commercially viable outcomes.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Any offer made will be subject to satisfactory proof of immigration status.

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Arup is an equal opportunity…