Location
glasgow
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
07/05/2026
Closing date
28/05/2026
Senior Acoustic Consultant
Location: Glasgow
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be hiring on behalf of a leading environmental and engineering consultancy seeking an experienced Senior Acoustic Consultant to support the continued growth of its expanding Transmission & Distribution team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware and technically strong Senior Acoustic Consultant to work on nationally significant infrastructure and energy projects across the UK and Ireland. The successful candidate will join a highly regarded Acoustics Team delivering assessments for substations, converter stations, underground cables, overhead lines, wind farms, battery storage developments, solar schemes and wider energy infrastructure projects.
The role sits within a multidisciplinary Environment & Engineering division that supports developers in delivering energy projects from concept through to construction.
The Role
The successful Senior Acoustic Consultant will be responsible for:
* Undertaking data analysis, noise modelling, assessments and reporting
* Producing high-quality technical noise assessment reports
* Managing projects, budgets and programme delivery
* Preparing fee proposals and supporting bid submissions
* Maintaining and developing client relationships
* Supporting business development activities and attending industry events
* Collaborating with multidisciplinary environmental and engineering teams
Requirements
Applicants should ideally possess:
* Experience undertaking noise impact assessments for electricity Transmission & Distribution projects in the UK or Ireland
* Strong understanding of UK and Irish noise assessment standards
* A relevant degree in acoustics, engineering or a related scientific discipline
* Full or Associate Membership of the Institute of Acoustics
* Excellent technical reporting and communication skills
* Strong project management and organisational abilities
* A proactive and solution-focused approach
* A full UK or Irish driving licence
Desirable Skills
* Consultancy and client-facing experience
* Experience using CadnaA noise modelling software
* Coding or programming knowledge
* IOA Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control
* Active involvement within the acoustics industry or professional community
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Hybrid and flexible working opportunities
* Career progression within a growing consultancy
* Opportunity to work on major infrastructure and renewable energy projects
* Collaborative and supportive team culture
For more information or to apply, please contact Amir Gharaati at Penguin Recruitment.