Job Description
Senior Acoustic Consultant
Location: Amsterdam Netherlands (Hybrid Working Available)
Business Unit: Acoustics
A leading multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Senior Acoustic Consultant to join its Amsterdam-based team. This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful high-profile projects that shape healthier more sustainable built environments both locally and internationally.
You will apply deep expertise in building and room acoustics ambient noise and vibration control to influence the design and performance of buildings and urban developments. This position is ideal for a motivated professional ready to take the next step in their career within a collaborative forward-thinking environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver acoustic input across projects involving building acoustics room acoustics ambient noise control and vibration analysis.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including architects urban planners engineers and sustainability consultants.
- Integrate acoustic design into broader strategies for energy efficiency comfort and wellbeing in buildings and urban areas.
- Perform advanced acoustic simulations and assessments using industry-standard tools.
- Support additional disciplines such as AV design or building physics depending on your expertise.
- Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders providing clear actionable technical insights.
- Prepare and present technical reports ensuring alignment with relevant local and international standards.
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.
Why This Role is a Unique Opportunity
- Contribute to projects with real social and environmental impact locally across Europe and globally.
- Work in a flexible environment that supports hybrid working and adaptable schedules.
- Join a team where youre encouraged to shape your career path with access to internal and external learning opportunities.
- Enjoy a competitive salary with strong secondary benefits including pension and travel allowances.
- Access funding for training research and personal development initiatives.
- Be part of an independent employee-owned structure with profit-sharing opportunities.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- 58 years of relevant experience in building and room acoustics or environmental noise and vibration control.
- A technical Masters degree (e.g. Civil Engineering Physics Mechanical Engineering).
- Proficiency in acoustic simulation and analysis software.
- Strong communication skills in both Dutch (required) and English.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary project-focused environment.
Desired Attributes
- Interest or experience in AV design or building physics.
- Passion for sustainable design and innovative approaches to acoustic challenges.
- Client-facing confidence and the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Eagerness to stay ahead of emerging trends and technologies in acoustics.
Team Environment
You will be part of a small tight-knit team of 5 acoustic specialists working closely with the building physics department. The culture values collaboration knowledge-sharing and interdisciplinary problem-solving.
Required Experience:
Senior IC