Acoustics Consultant: New York City Metro Area

Acoustics Consultant: New York City Metro AreaPosition Description:WelcomeThank you for your interest in Charcoalblue! We are currently seeking a full-time Acoustics Consultant, based in the New York Metro Area. We are open to candidates who are outside of New York Metro but are elsewhere in the Northeast.Company OverviewCharcoalblue is widely regarded as the most exciting and innovative theatre, acoustics, and experience consultancy in the world. We specialize in the performing arts, live entertainment, media, technology, education, experiential, hospitality, workplace, and cultural sectors. We imagine, design, and deliver captivating spaces that entertain, educate, and transform individuals through collective experiences.Charcoalblue Acoustics delivers great sounding spaces through a technically robust, creative, and collaborative process. We are specialists in performing arts and cultural buildings.You will be responsible for design, documentation, measurements, analysis, and construction observation in room acoustics, sound separation, noise and vibration control, soundscapes, and environmental noise. We’re looking for someone with a passion for performing arts and cultural projects who will be able to contribute with their skills and experience to the technical capabilities and design sensibilities that we offer to our clients, our fellow design teams, and project stakeholders.This position will support our projects specifically in the US, but also our global portfolio of work. You will collaborate with all acoustic members of our global acoustics team.Key ResponsibilitiesCommunicate with clients, users, contractors, and design teams about acoustic requirements. Present design recommendations through narrative descriptions and diagrams.Contribute to the development and communication of project goals, especially the acoustic aesthetics, but also including broader design considerations (cost, sustainability, etc.).Establish acoustic criteria appropriate for the project requirements and anticipated uses and expectations.Visit buildings to subjectively and objectively evaluate the acoustic characteristics. Use measurement equipment to gather data according to technical standards.Conduct room acoustic analysis and calculations to develop and justify design decisions, including computer-based room acoustic modelling, geometric analysis, and processing of measured data.Perform sound separation analysis to recommend appropriate construction types and details to meet target performance.Analyze and calculate predicted noise levels in building systems and provide design guidance and recommendations to meet target performance.Contribute to project documentation through drawn information, including conceptual diagrams and construction details.Contribute to the specification language related to acoustic requirements.Review the drawings and specifications of other consultants and evaluate acoustic performance and adherence to acoustic goals.Participate in site visits for construction progress and building commissioning.Communicate the intent and purpose of acoustic recommendations while adjusting communication styles for different audiences - client teams, other creative designers, engineers, building contractors, etc.Work with our Team Leaders to set out project work plans, goals, and deliverables. Contribute to the overall design and construction management of projects, including commenting on costs and risks.Work with our internal design team to present a holistic design solution which balances all aspects of performance functionality.Contribute to the continual development of our internal design, technical and training resources.Support the work of our global team including consultants in the UK and Australia.Contribute to winning new work through proposal writing, contributing to competitions, and attending gatherings to represent Charcoalblue in the broader industry.Qualifications and Key SkillsAt least four (4) years of experience working in an acoustics consultancy, with experience in building acoustics and environmental acoustics or related field.Experience in technical drawing in a CAD package, such as AutoCAD or two-dimensional drawings; Knowledge of technical and architectural drawing standards required.Experience creating 3D models for acoustic analysis using software like Sketchup and/or Rhinoceros, or related software.Experience in room acoustic analysis using software such as CATT-Acoustic, Odeon or related software.Have education or experience in the physics of sound, noise, and vibration, including standard metrics and their derivation; Completion of a degree or diploma in acoustics or other related technical subject preferred.Practical experience in acoustic measurement procedures and familiarity with relevant standards.Skills in data manipulation and calculation, in spreadsheet and/or programming platforms.Writing and editing skills, including familiarity with the standard suite of Microsoft Office products.Knowledge of acoustics regulations, industry guidance, planning policy, and sustainability standards.Critical listening skills; ability to discuss and communicate ideas about sound in built environment.The ability to collaborate, self-manage and set work plans for the successful delivery of work against deadlines.Enthusiasm in pursuing continuous personal and professional development.Interpersonal SkillsAbility to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment with a high degree of self-motivation and initiative.Ability to easily manage multiple projects simultaneously.Detail oriented with ability to think, plan, and execute on multiple projects in different phases simultaneously with little direct supervision.Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure.Flexibility and adaptability to changing business needs.Ability to build relationships with colleagues, clients, vendors, stakeholders, and management.Working hoursThe role is being offered on an 'at will', exempt basis at 40 hours per week. As an international organisation, the needs of the business are such that this role requires flexibility in working hours to facilitate project demands and maintain support across our global entities’ varying time-zones.LocationWe are currently working in a distributed hybrid model, meaning you will be able to work from your home (or other place of your choosing) with a minimum of one (1) day per week in the New York studio. Travel within the US and occasional travel internationally for projects will be required.The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $100,000 per year.Please state your salary expectations in your covering letter in line with your experience.Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Policy OverviewCharcoalblue is an equal opportunities employer, actively working towards becoming an inclusive organization. We work consistently to ensure elimination of unfair and discriminatory practices within the company and encourage full contribution from its diverse community.If you require this application in a different format or need support during the application process, please contact Angelica Lucero via email . #J-18808-Ljbffr