SENIOR PROJECT ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT
Position Title: SENIOR PROJECT ACOUSTIC CONSULTANT
Salary: $100000 - $125000 / year
Founded in 1996, Waveguide LLC is an internationally renowned independent consultant in audiovisual design, information technology design, acoustics consulting, on-site technology management and workplace data analytics. Waveguide is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, with regional consulting locations in Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Houston, Raleigh, Tampa and Portland.
Our award-winning designers and consultants create world-class communication environments that look as good as they perform. And our data analytics solutions empower facility managers with the resource insights they need to optimize building performance and our clients’ technology investment.
Our trusted AV operations teams are among the most experienced and highly qualified in our industry. They are at our clients’ side to tackle the daily technical and logistical challenges of their meetings and events so they can focus on what matters most.
At Waveguide, we build relationships. Whether it’s your relationship with a client, or the relationship of a technology system to its environment, our success and the success of our clients depends on how we apply our expertise to meet our clients’ needs. Together, we help create strategic technology plans that reflect the way people live, learn and work. We help design efficient buildings and infrastructure that save dollars and make sense. And we design effective technology systems regular people can actually use. But we’re only as good as our people.
We are seeking associates who are passionate, creative thinkers and who will be tirelessly dedicated to building lasting relationships and finding innovative answers to our clients’ most challenging questions.
Within Compass Group, Waveguide is part of the Eurest family that provides dining services to local, regional and national companies across the United States. Services include operating employee dining centers, on-site catering, executive dining rooms, and other managed services.
Job Summary
Waveguide LLC is an independent AV, IT and acoustics consulting and design firm committed to providing superior service and comprehensive designs for our clients in a dynamic, collaborative, team environment. Our technology expertise includes audiovisual systems consulting and design, voice and data communications infrastructure, communication-friendly acoustic environments, and ongoing AV operations services. We work together as a team to create strategic technology plans, efficient building and infrastructure designs, and effective technology system solutions to drive the success of our clients’ organizations. The projects we work on result in productive acoustic environments and technology systems that support the way people live and work.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for an immediate opening as a Senior Acoustic Project Consultant. Remote / home-based work is anticipated as the primary workplace assuming the candidate meets the minimum home-office requirements. Candidates must have the ability to travel periodically (up to 30%) to attend in-person meetings and visit project sites. Overnight travel may be required to support projects and conferences located outside the candidate's home area.
In this role you are expected to provide project management, acoustical analysis, and design support for projects across a broad range of market segments including corporate, institutional, civic, education and government. Professional experience in architectural acoustics and building systems noise and vibration control is required. You will participate in project design team meetings, develop acoustical criteria for different project types, perform acoustical analysis, prepare acoustical recommendations, write reports and specifications, and coordinate with other design team members regarding project specific acoustical issues. You will also be expected to provide technical assistance and leadership to associate acoustic consultants. You will represent Waveguide at client meetings.
Additional responsibilities of the position include:
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage multiple acoustic projects.
- Write and convey technical information in written reports.
- Coordinate project requirements with internal and external teams
- Participate reviewing and developing proposals.
- Support in business development activities.
- Pursue ongoing professional growth and development of technical skills.
- Build relationships that ensure successes for both internal and external teams
- Assist and contribute to the Waveguide community.
Role Qualifications
- Four-year or higher degree in a relevant technical field (degree in engineering or science with a specialization in vibration and/or acoustics).
- 6-8 years of professional acoustical consulting experience are required.
- Proven expertise in educational, commercial, and institutional building design and construction.
- Proven experience in room acoustics, sound isolation, and building systems noise and vibration control.
- Proven ability to work on multiple projects and deliverables and shift priorities as necessary
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Bluebeam Revu.
- Suitable home-based work environment for audio and video calls.
- Up to 30% travel anticipated.
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Associates at Waveguide are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Waveguide maintains a drugfree workplace.
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