Senior Acoustic Consultant

About us
Established in 1984, Gillieron Scott Acoustic Design is one of the UK’s leading acoustic consultancies. We have been responsible for a large number of high quality buildings in the arts and architectural acoustics sector and take great pride in our work.
We predominantly carry out building and environmental acoustics surveys in support of RIBA stage drivendesign and have completed award winning projects in a wide range of sectors such as theatres, music schools/schools, restaurants/bars, clubs/venues, gyms, offices, residential, hotels, cinemas and small concert halls.
We are looking to take on an experienced Senior Acoustic Consultant to join our Team in London toprovide acoustics, noise and vibration consultancy advice to our clients.
To find out more about us please visit: www.gsacoustics.org
About the role
Duties will typically involve:
Managing projects large and small, across a variety of sectors and delivering high quality service in the agreed timeframe, autonomously or with more junior/senior colleagues
Attending and providing advice at Client/Project/Design/Workshop/Team meetings
Close liaison with Clients
Preparation of fee proposals
Carrying out noise and vibration surveys / site testing including environmental surveys, sound insulation testing, vibration surveys, noise monitoring.
Liaising with clients, travelling to sites to deploy and collect equipment either with another team member or autonomously.
Carrying out measurements using appropriate British Standards procedures and good practice based on in-house training.
Data processing
Calculations: Sabine / Mechanical / Environmental / Façade assessment / Sound insulation
Design specifications
Modelling: Room acoustics Sketchup and CATT-Acoustics / Environmental CADNA-A / Sound insulation Insul
BS knowledge: BS4142 / BS8233 / BS6472 / BS5228
Reporting including experience of RIBA stages
The role is a hybrid mixture of working at home with some office days and with meetings and site visits for testing / inspections. Our testing equipment is stored at our office in Brixton, London.
Your qualifications and experience
MSc/BSc level in Acoustics or other relevant degree/discipline
Minimum 4-5 years’ experience as an Acoustic Consultant
Experience as an ANC accredited tester
Member of the IOA
Full clean UK driving licence with own vehicle if possible
Experience in managing small, medium and large sized projects
Experience in preparing and attending meetings
Knowledge of RIBA stages
Knowledge of acoustic materials for reverberation control and detailing of construction and
architectural elements
Knowledge of survey procedure, sound insulation testing and vibration monitoring
Knowledge of computer modelling (Sketchup / CATT-Acoustics / CADNAA-A / Insul (or similar)
Computer literate with good knowledge of MS Word / Excel and good data manipulation skills
Knowledge of Building Regulations and construction industry guidelines
Your abilities and values
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Punctual with excellent time management and calendar management skills
Strong communication and report writing skills with excellent attention to detail
Reliable, responsive, and pro-active
Confident with a positive attitude
Self-motivated team player
Honest, respectful and trustworthy
Flexible with starting and finishing times, including potential overnight stays away from company premises with all company-related expenses covered
What we offer
The successful candidate will be rewarded with:
a competitive starting salary dependent on experience
pension scheme
20 days annual leave rising year on year plus public holidays plus Christmas closure
remote working
flexible working hours, 35hrs a week
being part of a small, award-winning acoustic company to develop skills and knowledge
interesting wide range of projects often working with award-winning architectural practices
a fun working environment with company entertainment/outings
All the required PPE and tools to complete your role effectively will be provided.
Please note that travel is not limited to the local surrounding area as total UK coverage is necessary and occasional work beyond.
If this description fits you and you are passionate about acoustics, please send your CV and a covering letter via #####
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