Managing Consultant, Acoustics
About The Position
Ramboll is looking for experienced candidates for the full-time position of acoustical managing consultant. This position would be physically located in California, United States. The acoustical managing consultant will work in a challenging and variable environment that will include project management, business development, client interaction, direction/mentoring of junior staff, and detail-oriented independent work. Our team is growing to meet the expanding environmental noise and vibration assessment needs of clients, specifically including CEQA environmental noise assessments, across various sectors – infrastructure, data centers, renewable energy, ports, and transportation. As our new managing consultant, you will be part of a dynamic team providing state-of-the-art scientific, technical, and strategic risk management knowledge to an international client base.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in an Engineering, Science, or Mathematics related major
- 10 or more years of experience in acoustical consulting, specifically environmental noise assessment
- 5 or more years of experience in environmental noise assessments related to The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
- Demonstrated experience in the successful design, implementation, and management of project environmental noise assessments in accordance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requirements.
- Practical knowledge of the CEQA environmental review process including, but not limited to, Initial Studies (IS) and Environmental Impact Reports (EIR).
- Demonstrated LORS (Laws, Ordinances, Regulations, and Standards) assessment experience including California Government Code, municipal codes, General Plan Noise Elements, as well as agencies such as Caltrans and California Energy Commission (CEC).
- Technical expertise in assessing impacts of commercial and industrial projects related to noise and vibration emissions associated with construction, traffic, and operational activities and in developing feasible mitigation measures.
- Experience coordinating with CEQA lead agencies
- Solid spreadsheet, noise modeling, and software tool skills
- Demonstrated capabilities in understanding and applying environmental regulations to real-world situations
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Managing acoustical consulting projects and client relationships
- Developing and implementing project execution approaches
- Developing business relationships and evaluating market conditions
- Leading teams to develop and deliver innovative acoustical design solutions that address complex environmental noise challenges
- Managing technical analyses related to environmental noise surveys, sound level analyses, computer modeling (CadnaA, SoundPlan, or similar), and mitigation design/specification
- Preparing reports and communicating results to clients as well as preparing proposals and fee estimates
- Mentoring team members and influencing the development of individual technical and professional skills
- Critically reviewing and interpreting local, state, provincial, and federal environmental regulations
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent health and retirement benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
