Acoustical Consultant

About the Role

• Contribute a creative, collaborative, evidence‑based approach to architectural acoustics on project design teams • Collaborate with architectural team members and clients • Develop high‑quality 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 • Inspect implementation of acoustical solutions on site • Coordinate business development activities with principals and marketing staff, including sales meetings and proposals • Attend project meetings, site visits, and conduct on‑site acoustic testing • Deliver work on‑time, within budget, and to NV5’s high quality standards

Key Responsibilities

• ▸acoustic modeling
• ▸report development
• ▸site testing
• ▸drawings review
• ▸solution inspection
• ▸client collaboration

What You Bring

The Acoustical Consultant will serve as a primary acoustical expert on a variety of national and regional projects such as classrooms, lecture halls, healthcare facilities, courthouses, conference centers, resorts, theatres, media production facilities, and broadcast studios. The role involves developing, presenting, and managing solutions for room acoustics, sound isolation, mechanical system noise and vibration control, and environmental acoustics, including creating drawings, reports, acoustic modeling, and on‑site testing. The position is U.S.-based, remote‑friendly, and may require occasional overnight travel or off‑hours testing. • 5–10 years’ experience as a consultant in architectural acoustics • Bachelor’s degree in acoustics, audio/music engineering, mechanical or architectural engineering, physics, or related field; Master’s preferred • INCE Board Certification preferred • Expertise in room acoustics, sound isolation, mechanical system noise and vibration control, and environmental acoustics • Strong appetite for technical exploration and professional development • Excellent attention to detail • Outstanding oral and written communication skills • Effective as both individual contributor and team member • Professional, positive attitude in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments • Business development experience in professional services, especially acoustics, is a plus • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) • Familiarity with Revit/BIM, AutoCAD, BlueBeam, Sketch‑Up, Ease, and CadnaA desirable • LEED certification desirable but not required • Ability to travel overnight occasionally and conduct off‑hours acoustic testing as needed • Capability to deliver high‑caliber results without direct supervision

Requirements

• ▸5–10 years
• ▸ince certification
• ▸room acoustics
• ▸microsoft office
• ▸revit/bim
• ▸autocad

Benefits

NV5 provides a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k), and professional development opportunities. The company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable non‑discrimination laws. It values integrity, responsibility, and accountability in its workforce.

Work Environment

Remote