What You'll DoAs a Senior Acoustics Consultant, you will work closely with clients, architects, engineers, and specialty consultants to translate operational, clinical, and performance requirements into practical, code-compliant, and constructible acoustic solutions.
- Perform architectural acoustic analyses and develop design recommendations for healthcare, sports, entertainment, and public assembly facilities.
- Design acoustic treatments and assemblies to support speech privacy & intelligibility, patient comfort & healing environments, athletic & event performance, and audience experience in large venues.
- Develop acoustic models and predictive analyses using industry-standard software.
- Evaluate and design for vibration and structure-borne noise impacts associated with building systems and venue operations
- Produce design documentation including acoustic plans & details, wall/floor/ceiling assembly requirements, and performance criteria & acoustic schedules.
- Prepare technical specifications and basis-of-design narratives for acoustic systems and treatments
- Conducts planning meetings to determine the scope of the project, current and future needs, process and workflow, and client expectations
- Coordinates with the project manager and/or client to develop the acoustic scope of work on assigned projects
- Develops design approaches and concepts on assigned projects and seeks assistance from senior technical staff as needed
- Researches, evaluates, designs & specifies products or equipment to meet the client's identified needs
- Participates in the preparation and maintenance of project budgets for audiovisual systems
- Assists in the communication with the owner, architect, and contractors as needed
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- Conducts site visits during construction to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications, owner expectations, and building codes
- Actively participates in professional organizations and/or client groups where the technical reputation
and image of the firm may be enhanced - Maintains a focus on keeping up with industry trends and changes with continued self-education and training
- Acts and performs activities inside and outside the office consistent with ethical engineering standards
- Reviews audiovisual shop drawings, records changes, and provides feedback to designers based on project
Who We're Looking For Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, Architecture, or relevant degree (or equivalent experience)
- 7+ years of experience in architectural acoustics consulting.
- Experience working in healthcare
- Experience working in sports and entertainment
- Professional certificates such as INCE Board Certification or PE (acoustics-related) a plus
Preferred Qualifications:
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of architectural acoustics principles.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of acoustic requirements for healthcare and sports & entertainment venues
- Proficient with acoustic modeling and analysis tools such as EASE, Odeon, or similar
- Proficient with noise and vibration methods for building systems and specialty equipment
- Ability to interpret field measurements and testing data and translate results into design actions
- Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
- Knowledge and understanding of Revit, AutoCAD, and Visio
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of NEC, NESC, and other industry related codes and standards
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local construction laws and regulations
- Basic accounting knowledge and how to create and maintain budgets
What We Offer - 100% Employee-Owned - Ownership from day one with immediate ESOP vesting.
- Retirement Savings - 401(k) with immediate vesting and a generous company match.
- Health & Wellness - Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-funded HSA contributions for HDHP plans.
- Company-Paid Protection - Life insurance, AD&D, and short and long term disability at no cost to you.
- Work-Life Balance - Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid company holidays.
- Career Growth - Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.
Salary Range for this role: Min: $118,470/ Mid: $138,060/ Max: $165,420
