Acoustical Consultant

About the role

As part of NV5’s Technology & Acoustics group, you will act as the primary acoustical consultant on a variety of national and regional projects—classrooms, lecture halls, healthcare facilities, courthouses, conference centers, resort/casinos, theatres, media production facilities, and broadcast studios. You will develop, present, and manage solutions related to room acoustics, sound isolation, mechanical system noise and vibration control, and environmental acoustics. The role is U.S.-based and supports remote work from any major U.S. market.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the project design team, bringing a creative, collaborative, evidence-based approach to architectural acoustics.
• Collaborate with architectural team members and clients.
• Develop high-quality architectural acoustics reports, sketches, drawings, details, cost analyses, and specification documents.
• Analyze acoustic solutions using computer modeling software.
• Review submittals and shop drawings.
• Perform on-site acoustics testing and noise surveys.
• Perform on-site inspections to review the implementation of a project’s acoustical solutions.
• Coordinate with firm Principals and marketing staff on business development activities, including sales meetings, short-list interviews, and proposals.
• Attend project meetings, site visits, and perform on-site acoustic testing.
• Ensure all work is completed on-time, in-budget, and consistently within NV5’s high standards of quality.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5 – 10 years’ experience as a consultant in architectural acoustics.
• Bachelor’s degree in acoustics, audio/music engineering, mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, or physics including relevant classes or a degree concentration in acoustics or vibration is required; Master’s degree preferred.
• INCE Board Certification preferred.
• Expertise in a broad range of acoustical disciplines: room acoustics, sound isolation, mechanical system noise and vibration control, and environmental acoustics.
• Healthy appetite for technical exploration and professional development.
• Excellent attention to detail and outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Values that include integrity, responsibility, and accountability.
• Works equally well as an individual contributor or team member.
• Maintains a professional and positive attitude in a fast-paced and occasionally high-pressure environment.
• Experience in business development for professional services (focus on Acoustics is a plus).
• Expertise in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with Revit/BIM, AutoCAD, BlueBeam, Sketch-Up, Ease, and CadnaA is desirable but not required.
• LEED certification is desirable but not required.
• Must be driven to satisfy end-user needs and deliver high-caliber results in a timely manner while operating without direct supervision.
• Some overnight travel may be required; occasional off-hours acoustic testing may be necessary.

Pay

The pay range for this California position is $90,000 – $125,000 per year. Base pay offered may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.