Graduate Environmental Consultant

      Acoustic Air

     Brighton

Job description

A permanent, position with a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

MEC is a multi-disciplinary engineering and environmental consultancy, delivering expert services across residential, commercial, and public sector projects. Operating nationally, we provide high-quality technical solutions to a diverse client base.

We’re looking for an Acoustic & Air Quality Consultant to join our Brighton-based team, supporting noise and air quality assessments for a variety of developments. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on impactful projects, develop expertise in environmental consulting, and contribute to our expanding capabilities.

Requirements

• Project Delivery & Technical Work – Conduct environmental surveys, data processing, and modelling of noise and air quality emissions using CadnaA, ADMS-Roads, or similar software. Develop mitigation strategies and produce technical reports.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement – Liaise with clients, planning authorities, environmental health teams, and regulatory bodies to ensure smooth project progression.
• Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration – Work closely with colleagues across different disciplines to deliver comprehensive technical solutions.
• Site Work & Assessments – Undertake site visits for inspections, surveys, and investigation work, including some out-of-hours and overnight stays.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance – Ensure all work meets relevant regulations, British Standards, and best practices while adhering to MEC’s quality standards.
• Professional Development & Innovation – Stay ahead of industry developments, participate in CPD, and work towards professional accreditation with The Institute of Acoustics or similar bodies.

• Degree-qualified in Acoustics, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of acoustics, air quality, and environmental assessments.
• Experience with CadnaA, ADMS-Roads, or similar noise/air quality modeling software is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and technical reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise with clients and stakeholders.
• A self-motivated team player with a proactive approach to work.
• Full, clean driving license with access to a car for business use

At MEC, we value a healthy work-life balance. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer flexible working arrangements to support our employees.

Core benefits include:

• 25 days' annual leave, plus your birthday off
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Paid annual membership for a professional institution
• Flexible working arrangements 
• Plus more, which can be viewed here: Why MEC 

If you’re looking to develop your career in acoustics and air quality within a dynamic and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!

MEC is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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If you have any questions regarding this job opportunity, please call our head office on 01530 264753 or email recruitment@m-ec.co.uk.