Managing Consultant, Acoustics

Job Location

California, USA (San Francisco, Novato, Oakland, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Irvine)

Join Ramboll’s Environment and Health department as a Managing Consultant. The role will involve project management, business development, client interaction, direction and mentoring of junior staff, and independent technical work.

• Managing acoustical consulting projects and client relationships
• Developing and implementing project execution approaches
• Developing business relationships and evaluating market conditions
• Leading teams to develop and deliver innovative acoustical design solutions that address complex environmental noise challenges
• Managing technical analyses related to environmental noise surveys, sound level analyses, computer modeling (CadnaA, Sound Plan, or similar), and mitigation design/specification
• Preparing reports and communicating results to clients, as well as preparing proposals and fee estimates
• Mentoring team members and influencing the development of individual technical and professional skills
• Critically reviewing and interpreting local, state, provincial, and federal environmental regulations

• B.S. or M.S. in an Engineering, Science, or Mathematics related major
• 10 or more years of experience in acoustical consulting, specifically environmental noise assessment
• 5 or more years of experience in environmental noise assessments related to The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, and managing project environmental noise assessments in accordance with CEQA requirements
• Practical knowledge of the CEQA environmental review process including, but not limited to, Initial Studies (IS) and Environmental Impact Reports (EIR)
• Demonstrated LORS assessment experience including California Government Code, municipal codes, General Plan Noise Elements, as well as agencies such as Caltrans and California Energy Commission (CEC)
• Technical expertise in assessing impacts of commercial and industrial projects related to noise and vibration emissions associated with construction, traffic, and operations and in developing feasible mitigation measures
• Experience coordinating with CEQA lead agencies, solid spreadsheet and noise modeling skills, and demonstrated capability in applying environmental regulations to real-world situations

• Investment in your development
• Diverse and challenging projects
• Supportive leadership
• Valued individual contributions
• Long‑term perspective of a foundation‑owned company
• Flexible work arrangements
• Generous paid time off
• Excellent health and retirement benefits

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $115,000 - $150,000 per year. Compensation may also include bonus and other benefits as part of a comprehensive package.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Ramboll is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes candidates with disabilities and other protected characteristics. This position requires that you are authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. No sponsorship is available.