Principal Acoustic Consultant

Principal Acoustic Consultant

London 

Circa £55,000 - £80,000 (DOE) per annum + Benefits

Are 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 People

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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:

1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Luke Flynn on 

   0116 254 5411

    between 8.00am - 5.00pm.
2. "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.

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