London, UK
Senior acoustic consultant
at BDP
BDP is looking for a senior acoustic consultant to join its team in London, UK.
We are currently seeking a senior acoustic consultant to work on a wide range of high-profile design projects as part of our acoustics team based in our London studio.
About the role
You will be exposed to the full breadth of our disciplines helping to deliver the same high standard of comprehensive and integrated design services that has seen BDP become a leading practice.
You will work closely with clients, architects, engineers and designers to help create successful acoustic design solutions. By undertaking a variety of technical duties on a range of projects across multiple sectors, you will develop your skills and experience in a supportive and friendly environment, while making a key contribution to the acoustics team.
As an experienced senior acoustic consultant, you will be running your own projects from inception to hand-over, providing guidance and mentoring to more junior team members, as assistance to senior team leaders and management.
About you
Qualifications and experience
The successful candidate will be qualified to an appropriate level and/or have a demonstrable understanding of sound and acoustics and hold membership of the IOA.
Experience would preferably focus on building and architectural acoustics across a wide range of sectors; additionally, some experience in environmental acoustics would be beneficial.
You will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to develop acoustics design concepts from internal briefings through to the completion of a project, liaising with architects, engineers, project and design managers and clients to achieve the best results as part of a holistic and sustainable design approach.
Skills
You will be able to manage multiple projects with differing deadlines and so manage your time effectively, along with that of support staff assisting on your projects.
You will be a logical thinker who uses reasoning alongside your experience to provide design solutions which balance with wider architectural and engineering needs and enable you to interpret and analyse data and communicate conclusions in technical reports and client presentations.
As an enthusiastic and communicative team player, you will enjoy working in a collaborative team environment and demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels and backgrounds, including the design team, clients and external consultants.
Skills in Microsoft, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, REVIT/BIM and specialist acoustics modelling software (including CadnaA, ODEON, INSUL) are desired.
About us
BDP’s Acoustics team offers a full consultation service and specialises in building and architectural acoustics. Our position within a fully interdisciplinary design practice makes our offer unique, and allows our consultants greater understanding of each design discipline through close working relationships; be that with our architects, engineers, designers or urbanists.
Our projects range from small local investigative studies to international schemes, such as the recently completed $1.8bn Muscat airport in Oman. We are currently working on projects in every sector, including healthcare, education, retail, commercial, infrastructure and residential. We work either as part of an interdisciplinary BDP team or direct to external clients in the UK or abroad.
The wider BDP is a major international interdisciplinary practice of architects, designers, engineers and urbanists working together to create outstanding ‘places for people’.
BDP offers
In return, BDP offers a great opportunity for your personal development with exposure to the full range of BDP’s skills and expertise, as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, contribution towards professional subscriptions, a great working environment and excellent prospects for career advancement. BDP is also creating a flexible working future by creating a hybrid culture where everyone can reap the benefits of both studio and home working.
To apply
Please click on the link below, you will then need to complete the online application form and need to include your CV and portfolio/sample of your works. Please include your salary expectations and availability in your application.
BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, well-being and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills and professional and life experiences to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly. BDP also operates a hybrid working policy.
No agencies or third-party applications please.