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Our is looking to hire a Senior Acoustics Consultant
Responsibilities
- Manage the delivery of multi-disciplinary noise and vibration projects.
- Active involvement in undertaking noise and vibration studies and design, including site data capture and processing, the preparation of drawings, calculations and data files and ensuring delivery of quality, accurate and time-efficient reports.
- Business development and networking.
- Monthly invoicing.
- Embracing industry "best practices" and embracing emerging technical advancements.
- Research, development, and implementation of technological innovations to aid continual growth and diversity.
- Maintaining and growing existing client relationships, developing new opportunities, and diversifying the range of commissions.
- Management of clients and projects, including regular communication, obtaining feedback on performance, and agreeing on fee proposals and timescales.
- Ensure the team liaise fully with clients, other staff members and statutory bodies, including EHO, Planning Authorities, Environment Agency, etc. to ensure efficient progress with commissions.
- Review calculations, technical documents, reports and correspondence produced by the team to ensure delivery of quality, accurate and efficient work, which has undergone rigorous checking procedures throughout the whole process. Ensure all team members follow the same procedures.
- Site visits for inspections or investigation work; attendance at meetings with team, clients and suppliers.
- You'll be technically sound across the main environmental acoustics areas: noise and vibration assessment, noise and vibration monitoring and computer modelling techniques.
Qualifications
- A degree in acoustics or a related discipline, or equivalent qualification
- A membership of the Institute of Acoustics (IOA) or equivalent professional body
- Experience working in line with Approved Document O, Approved Document F, BS8233, BS4141;
- Good consultancy experience in acoustics
- A thorough knowledge of acoustics principles, standards and legislation
- A proficiency in using acoustics software such as ODEON, SoundPLAN, INSUL, BASTIAN, CadnaA or CATT-Acoustic1
- Excellent communication, presentation and report writing skills.
- A strong attention to detail and accuracy
- A proactive, flexible and collaborative approach to work
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
