Acoustic Consultant in Batley

Location: Birstall, Leeds

Hours: Full-time

Reports To: Senior Acoustic Consultant

Salary: circa £30,000

The Company: enevo is a national building consultancy specialising in Building Safety, Environmental and Compliance, and Building Control. We support building industry professionals with expert advice that keeps projects moving, safe, cost-efficient, and compliant. Founded in 2010 as C80 Solutions, we have grown significantly through great service delivery and strategic service acquisitions. In late 2024, we became enevo - a single, united brand, pulling together our existing group businesses to offer a full-service, integrated approach. enevo stands for enabling evolution - helping the built environment adapt and thrive. We are currently on a journey to grow the business through both organic growth and acquisitions.

The Role: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Acoustic Consultant to join our growing acoustics and environmental team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality acoustic assessments and providing technical support across a range of environmental, architectural, and building acoustics projects. This role involves field measurements, data analysis, technical reporting, and close collaboration with clients, architects, and multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical: Carry out environmental noise and vibration surveys, including baseline monitoring, attended measurements, and compliance assessments. Conduct acoustic modelling using industry-standard software (e.g., CadnaA, SoundPLAN, Odeon, Insul). Prepare technical reports in accordance with relevant standards (BS 4142, BS 8233, BS 5228, ProPG, WHO, etc.). Undertake architectural and building acoustics assessments including sound insulation design, reverberation control, and internal noise criteria. Support the development of noise mitigation strategies for planning, building design, and construction projects.
• Project Delivery: Manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring work is delivered on time, on budget, and to a high technical standard. Prepare proposals, fee quotes, and project documentation. Liaise with clients, planning authorities, and project stakeholders. Attend site visits, design team meetings, and provide clear, professional advice.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure all work complies with relevant environmental and building acoustics legislation, guidance, and best practice. Maintain accurate survey records, calibration logs, and internal QA procedures.

Skills and Experience:

• Essential: Degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, Environmental Science, or a related discipline. 1-3+ years of experience in acoustic consultancy (or relevant transferable experience). Strong understanding of UK acoustic standards and guidelines. Proficiency with sound level meters and monitoring equipment. Strong analytical and report-writing skills with excellent attention to detail. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site work. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Good time-management and organisational abilities. Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset.
• Desirable: Membership of the IOA (AMIOA/MIOA) or working toward it. Experience with noise modelling software (CadnaA, SoundPLAN, etc.). Knowledge of vibration assessment and monitoring. Experience in architectural acoustics, building design, or mechanical services noise control.

What we can offer you:

• Up to 30 days holiday plus 8 days bank holiday
• Professional development support, including IOA membership and training.
• Opportunities to work on diverse, high-profile projects.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Supportive team environment with clear career progression pathways.
• Healthcare Cash Plan: It is important that you look after yourself and therefore as a company we provide a healthcare cash plan to help look after your wellbeing. You would receive tax free cash back up to a certain amount when you spend money on maintaining your everyday health. This includes dental, optical, hospital stays and so on.
• Employee Assistance Programme: is a 24-hour helpline and easy app that can support you with any of life’s issues that can have an overall impact on your health. This includes areas such as counselling to legal advice and information.
• Workplace pension: When you join the company, after 3 months you would be auto enrolled into a pension scheme. You can opt out if you wish to do so. We offer a 3% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution.
• Company sick pay: After the successful completion of the probationary period, employees may receive up to 8 weeks Company Sick Pay in any rolling 12-month period.