Senior Noise Consultant

Tetra Tech Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Noise Consultant in Manchester. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Acoustics, project management experience, and strong acoustic calculations skills. You will be involved in environmental noise assessments and develop solutions for various sectors. Competitive salary with flexible work arrangements offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory pension

Healthcare cover

Flexible work arrangements

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• A track record of industry experience.
• Membership of the IOA (Institute of Acoustics) preferred.
• Experience in planning work and mechanical plant design.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental noise assessments.
• Develop mitigatory measures for buildings.
• Manage finances, invoicing, and procurement.

Skills

Project management

Acoustic calculations

Excellent communication

Time-management skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Acoustics or related subject

Tools

CadnaA

Job description

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About the Role

Our Noise and Acoustics team undertakes work across a variety of sectors including residential, healthcare, education, retail and commercial. We also assess sustainable energy schemes such as battery storage and solar farms.

Our clients include the UK Ministry of Defence, Sainsbury’s, Amazon, local authorities and building developers. Notable projects include the House of Parliament and various projects across Europe.

Our Services

• Environmental noise and vibration assessment, and development of mitigatory measures for buildings and plant equipment, through standalone studies, Environmental Statements or discharge of conditions.
• Post‑planning building acoustics design work for RIBA Stages 2‑6.

Ideal Candidate

• A track record of industry experience.
• A strong academic background, ideally a degree in Acoustics or a related subject (e.g. Physics, Audio Technology).
• Membership of the IOA (Institute of Acoustics).
• Technical understanding with experience in planning work, mechanical plant design and building acoustics.
• Capability to represent the company at regular project meetings.
• Adherence to health and safety standards.
• Strong time‑management skills, ensuring assigned work is completed to deadlines with a good quality standard.
• Project management experience, including managing finances, invoicing, costing and procurement.
• Ability to write fee proposals, tenders and technical reports.
• Drive to lead small and large projects to timely completion.
• Team player: friendly, enthusiastic, proactive, hardworking and dynamic.
• Excellent communication, both oral and written.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads.
• Commercial awareness and willingness to participate in marketing/business development activities.
• Full driving licence and flexibility to travel to various project locations.

Technical Skills

• Acoustic calculations and proficiency in CadnaA.
• Acoustics surveys using sound level meters.
• Writing technical reports and providing acoustics advice to clients.
• Knowledge of environmental acoustics guidance and standards such as CRTN, BS8233, BS4142, BB93, HTM08-01, BS5228, NPPF, NPSE, ProPG, etc.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading technical, engineering and environmental consultancy offering data‑driven, market‑leading solutions in water, environment, infrastructure, energy and international development across the UK and Europe.

We have more than 6,000 employees and 50+ offices globally, enabling a nimble, small‑business agility supported by international resources.

Our People & Work Culture

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, helping clients succeed, our business prosper and the communities we work in thrive.

We value innovation, creativity and collaboration, and encourage flexibility in how, when and where you work.

We aim to create an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected, and where people with disabilities or other needs receive reasonable adjustments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Contributory pension.
• Healthcare cover.
• Flexible benefits and work arrangements (remote, compressed hours, reduced hours, flexible start/finish).
• Volunteer days, birthday holiday and other flexible benefits.

Job Details

• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior.
• Employment Type: Full‑time.
• Job Function: Consulting, Information Technology and Sales.
• Industries: Business Consulting and Services.
• Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom.