Principal Acoustic Consultant

Precision People

  • London
  • £55,000-80,000 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
Principal Acoustic ConsultantLondonCirca £55,000 - £80,000 (DOE) per annum + BenefitsAre you an Experienced Principal Acoustic Consultant within the consultancy industry? If yes, read on….My client has built a national reputation for technical excellence, creative problem-solving, and a refreshingly human approach to consultancy. Founded in 2001, they remain proudly independent — giving the team the freedom to innovate, grow, and deliver great work on their own terms.They are currently looking for a skilled Principal Acoustic Consultant to head up their new London office.The Role - Principal Acoustic Consultant
  • Lead the London Team: Act as the head of the newly formed London office, setting its tone, culture, and technical direction.
  • Business Development: Identify and pursue new opportunities, win work across sectors, and grow Sol Acoustics’ profile in the London and South East market.
  • Project Delivery: Lead and deliver complex acoustic consultancy projects, ensuring technical excellence, client satisfaction, and commercial success.
  • Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Develop strong client relationships and become a trusted advisor across sectors such as residential, commercial, cultural, infrastructure and education.
  • Recruitment & Mentoring: Build and nurture a high-performing team of acoustic consultants; provide mentorship and technical guidance.
  • Strategic Growth: Collaborate with the directors to shape long-term business strategy and expansion plans across the UK.
Minimum Skills / Experience Required - Principal Acoustic Consultant:
  • Experienced Leader: Minimum 8 years in acoustic consultancy, with a strong track record of leading projects and mentoring teams.
  • Business Developer: Demonstrated success in generating new business, winning work, and building lasting client relationships.
  • Technical Authority: Deep expertise in building acoustics, environmental noise, and relevant regulations (e.g., BB93, BS8233, ProPG, WHO guidelines).
  • Software Proficiency: Skilled in ODEON, CadnaA, SoundPLAN or similar acoustic modelling tools.
  • Strategic Thinker: Able to balance technical delivery with commercial, managerial, and strategic responsibilities.
  • Professionally Qualified: IOA membership (Chartered or working towards) preferred.
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset: Self-motivated, collaborative, and excited to shape a growing business unit.
The Package - Principal Acoustic Consultant:
  • Salary: £50,000 – £80,000 (DOE) + annual profit share bonus
  • Unlimited progression — from Principal to Board level for the right individual
  • Flexible working: Hybrid model with autonomy and trust — no timesheets
  • Autonomy and influence: Lead your team, own your projects, shape the business
  • Meaningful projects: Work with renowned architects, planners and developers across the UK
  • Collaborative culture: Be part of an independent, values-led team where people come first
About Precision PeoplePrecision People is a leading recruitment agency that specializes in sourcing top talent for Engineering, Technical, Sales and Senior Management roles across a wide range of industries. With a focus on precision and quality, their team of expert recruiters works tirelessly to match the best candidates with the right employers, ensuring that both parties benefit from a successful partnership.Precision People has the expertise and resources to help you find the perfect role. With a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to excellence, they have built a reputation for delivering exceptional results and exceeding their candidates expectations.Interested?To apply for the Principal Acoustic Consultant position, here are your two options: * "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Luke Flynn on0116 254 5411 between 8.00am - 5.00pm. * "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know.PPTP

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