Overview
Location: London
Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 (DOE)
A well-established environmental consultancy is looking to appoint an Associate Acoustic Consultant to lead and rebuild its in-house acoustics capability in London. With acoustics currently being outsourced, this is a rare opportunity for a senior consultant to take ownership, raise standards, and develop a high-performing team within a growing business.
This position suits someone with an entrepreneurial mindset who wants the backing of a larger organisation, while still having real influence over direction, delivery, and growth.
The Opportunity
Based from London, you will take the lead in delivering and developing the acoustics offering. You\'ll work on a varied project portfolio and play a key role in bringing acoustics capability back in-house while supporting wider business development.
* Wind farms
* Planning and development
* Residential housing
* Battery energy storage (BESS)
* Employment and industrial facilities
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the delivery of acoustics projects from start to finish, ensuring high technical quality
* Produce and review technical reports and support planning submissions
* Act as the technical lead for internal stakeholders and external clients
* Drive improvements to processes, quality assurance, and best practice
* Reduce reliance on outsourcing by bringing work in-house
* Support business development and help grow the acoustics service line
* Mentor junior staff and contribute to building a future acoustics team in London
About You
We\'re looking for someone who can demonstrate:
* Proven experience at Senior/Associate level within acoustic consultancy
* Strong technical delivery and client-facing capability
* A track record of producing high-quality work and maintaining standards
* A proactive, commercial, and entrepreneurial approach to growth
* Motivation to build a team and shape a service line long-term
This role would also suit an independent consultant ready to move into a bigger platform with security, resources and long-term progression.
What\'s On Offer
* Competitive salary of 55,000 - 65,000 per annum
* Hybrid and flexible working, with a base in London
* Genuine opportunity to lead and grow an in-house acoustics function
* Strong progression route and the chance to build your own team
* Interesting workstream across renewables, planning and infrastructure
The salary range for this position is 55,000 - 65,000, reflecting the seniority and the growth opportunity attached to the role.
Apply
If you\'re looking for a London-based Associate role where you can take ownership, build something significant, and step into long-term leadership - this opportunity is for you.
Contact Abi King at Penguin Recruitment for further information.
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