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Acoustical Consultant NV5 $90,000.00 - $125,000.00 / yr life insurance, 401(k), remote work United States, Texas, Houston 1177 West Loop South (Show on map) Sep 01, 2026 Acoustical Consultant Job

ID 2026-12558

# of Openings 1 Location US-TX-Houston Additional Locations US-CA-Los Angeles | US-NV-Las Vegas | US-AZ-Phoenix Category Information Technology Type Regular Full-Time Overview NV5 is a leading provider of compliance, technology, and engineering consulting solutions. As part of the Technology & Acoustics group, services include planning and design in a wide range of specialty areas including audiovisual, IT/telecommunications, building security, lighting, healthcare technologies, and architectural acoustics/noise vibration. We play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide and are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team. The Acoustical Consultant will act as a team member in NV5's architectural acoustics practice. That team is a close-knit group of dynamic, hard-working, and well-qualified acousticians who seek to deliver best-in-class solutions to our clients using state-of-the-art tools, a healthy appetite for technical exploration, and a commitment to excellent client communications. The position will require the candidate to act as the primary acoustical consultant on a variety of national and regional projects including classrooms, lecture halls, healthcare facilities, courthouses, conference centers, resort/casinos, theatres, media production facilities, and broadcast studios. The consultant must develop, present, and manage solutions related to room acoustics, sound isolation, mechanical system noise and vibration control, and environmental acoustics. As necessary, the consultant will create drawings, prepare reports, use acoustic modeling software, and perform on-site acoustic testing to support their design work. The position requires the candidate to actively participate in several concurrent projects while efficiently delivering accurate, thorough, and high-quality work to our clients. This position is U.S.-based, and Work From Home. We are open to major U.S. markets other than those listed. 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 the firm Principals and marketing staff with business development activities, including sales meetings, short-list interviews and proposals

Attend project meetings, site visits, and perform on-site acoustic testing

Ensure that 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, including room acoustics, sound isolation, mechanical system noise and vibration control, and environmental acoustics

A healthy appetite for technical exploration and professional development

Excellent attention to detail

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, with a focus on Acoustics, is a plus

Expertise in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel & Outlook

Experience with Revit / BIM, AutoCAD, BlueBeam, Sketch-Up, Ease, and CadnaA desirable but not required

LEED certification is desirable but not required All candidates must be driven to satisfy the needs of end users and have the ability to deliver high caliber results in a timely manner while operating without direct supervision. Some overnight travel may be required. On occasion, it may be necessary to participate in off-hours acoustic testing, as needed to support our design services. The pay range for this California position is $90,000- $125,000 per year; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per California Senate Bill 1162. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site. NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities. NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, creed, citizenship status, ancestry, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.