Assistant Acoustic Consultant

Assistant Acoustic Consultant Penguin Recruitment
• Leeds, West Yorkshire

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working on behalf of a well-established and highly respected acoustic consultancy in their search for an Assistant Acoustic Consultant to join their growing team in Leeds
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This independent consultancy has built an excellent reputation for delivering practical, cost-effective acoustic, noise and vibration solutions across a diverse range of projects throughout the UK and internationally. The team has contributed to some of the country’s most prestigious infrastructure and development schemes, alongside major international projects, bringing a wealth of technical expertise to every commission.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative team of experienced acousticians, supporting projects across architectural acoustics, environmental noise, building services (M&E) acoustics, vibration, and specialist consultancy services. The consultancy takes a pragmatic approach to acoustic design, developing tailored solutions that meet the unique requirements of each project rather than relying solely on standard guidance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career acoustician looking to develop their technical skills while working on a varied portfolio of commercial, residential, education, healthcare, infrastructure, and mixed-use developments.

• Assisting with environmental noise surveys and monitoring.
• Supporting architectural and building acoustics assessments.
• Preparing technical reports and acoustic calculations.
• Undertaking site visits and liaising with clients and project teams.
• Assisting senior consultants in delivering projects from inception through to completion.
• Developing knowledge of UK acoustic standards and best practice.

• A degree in Acoustics, Physics, Engineering, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in building and environmental acoustics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A full UK driving licence is desirable.

The successful applicant will benefit from structured mentoring, exposure to a wide variety of technically challenging projects, and excellent opportunities for professional development within a supportive and experienced consultancy. The company offers a collaborative working environment where high-quality technical delivery and practical problem-solving are at the heart of everything they do.

Full-time