Senior Acoustical Consultant

at  AKRF Inc

Founded in 1981, AKRF is an award-winning consulting firm with 400 professionals bringing the value of strategic thinking to our land development, transportation, energy, and water clients. We serve our clients through a commitment to technical excellence across our portfolio of professional services, while always acting with integrity and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and environmental stewardship. Offices are located throughout New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and Connecticut, and the company completes projects around the country.
Professionals join and remain at AKRF for our values that balances signature projects with social impact initiatives, charitable giving, and flexibility that’s important to our people. Most importantly, you can be yourself at AKRF. Our firm fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where employees are respected and valued in honor of their identities and bring their whole self to work. We strive to deliver on this promise every day.
AKRF is seeking an accomplished and highly experienced Senior Acoustical Consultant to join the management team of our Acoustics, Noise, and Vibration team. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction, oversee high-profile projects, and contribute to the team’s growth and development. This role requires deep expertise in acoustical consulting, exceptional leadership skills, and strong business acumen.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Acoustics, Noise, and Vibration team.
• Manage and oversee large-scale, complex acoustical consulting projects, ensuring quality deliverables and client satisfaction.
• Conduct advanced acoustical analysis, noise and vibration assessments, and modeling for a wide range of projects, including architectural acoustics, MEP systems, environmental impact assessments, transportation, and construction.
• Develop and implement innovative noise and vibration mitigation strategies and solutions.
• Prepare and review technical reports, presentations, and proposals for clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with senior management and multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, planners, architects, and environmental scientists.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level staff, fostering a culture of excellence and professional growth.
• Lead business development efforts, including client relationship management, identifying new business opportunities, and preparing proposals.
• Stay current with industry trends, standards, and best practices in acoustics, noise, and vibration, and apply this knowledge to enhance our services and capabilities.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Acoustics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in acoustical consulting, with a proven track record of successful project management and leadership.
• Extensive experience with acoustical modeling software (e.g., Treble, EASE, CadnaA, INSUL, AIM, etc.) and measurement equipment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional certifications (e.g., INCE Board Certification) are highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in business development and client relationship management.

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Acoustics, Noise, and Vibration team.
• Manage and oversee large-scale, complex acoustical consulting projects, ensuring quality deliverables and client satisfaction.
• Conduct advanced acoustical analysis, noise and vibration assessments, and modeling for a wide range of projects, including architectural acoustics, MEP systems, environmental impact assessments, transportation, and construction.
• Develop and implement innovative noise and vibration mitigation strategies and solutions.
• Prepare and review technical reports, presentations, and proposals for clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with senior management and multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, planners, architects, and environmental scientists.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level staff, fostering a culture of excellence and professional growth.
• Lead business development efforts, including client relationship management, identifying new business opportunities, and preparing proposals.
• Stay current with industry trends, standards, and best practices in acoustics, noise, and vibration, and apply this knowledge to enhance our services and capabilities