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Consulting Director

New York, NY · On-site

$195K - $250K/yr

Consulting Director- New York Role Summary The Consulting Director operates as the ultimate Solution Owner and Engagement Lead for a portfolio of data and AI projects. Positioned between our ...

Consulting Director

Irving, TX · On-site

$117K - $206K/yr

Direct experience leading indirect spend, purchased services, or operational improvement initiatives within healthcare organizations required. * Experience in healthcare consulting, advisory services ...

The Energy & Utility Consulting Director will manage and provide expertise and professional development to a team of consultants and analysts in managing project quality, schedule, cost control ...

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How much do consulting director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for consulting director in the United States is $175,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $147,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a consulting director?

Consulting Directors are senior leaders in consulting firms who oversee multiple projects, manage client relationships, and guide teams of consultants. They are responsible for developing business strategies, ensuring the quality of deliverables, and driving growth for their organization. Consulting Directors often work closely with clients to understand their needs and provide high-level advice, while also mentoring junior consultants and contributing to the overall direction of the firm.

What is the difference between Consulting Director vs Project Manager?

AspectConsulting DirectorProject Manager
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees (MBA, related certifications), extensive industry experienceUsually holds a bachelor’s degree, PMP or similar certifications
Work EnvironmentStrategic leadership, client engagement, business developmentProject planning, execution, team coordination
Employer & Industry UsageConsulting firms, corporate strategy departmentsVarious industries, including IT, construction, finance

The Consulting Director focuses on high-level strategy, client relationships, and business growth, while the Project Manager handles day-to-day project execution and team management. Both roles require strong leadership, but the Consulting Director operates at a more strategic level with broader responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a consulting director?

To thrive as a Consulting Director, you need expertise in business strategy, project management, and leadership, often supported by an advanced degree such as an MBA and significant consulting experience. Familiarity with data analysis tools, CRM platforms, and project management software like Salesforce, Tableau, or Asana is typically required. Exceptional communication, client relationship management, and problem-solving skills help you lead teams and foster trust with clients. These capabilities are crucial for delivering high-value solutions, driving organizational growth, and maintaining client satisfaction.

What are some common challenges consulting directors face when managing multiple client engagements simultaneously?

Consulting Directors often juggle several high-priority client projects at once, which can make balancing competing deadlines and client expectations a primary challenge. Effective time management, delegation, and clear communication with both clients and internal teams are essential to ensure deliverables stay on track. Additionally, Consulting Directors must navigate shifting project scopes and adapt strategies quickly, all while supporting and mentoring their consulting teams. Building strong relationships and maintaining transparency with stakeholders helps mitigate these challenges and fosters long-term client trust.
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Infographic showing various Consulting Director job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $175,000 per year, or $84.1 per hour.

Consulting Director

Indicium AI

New York, NY • On-site

$195K - $250K/yr

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Consulting Director- New YorkRole Summary

The Consulting Director operates as the ultimate Solution Owner and Engagement Lead for a portfolio of data and AI projects. Positioned between our commercial teams (Account Executives/Client Partners) and technical delivery teams, you will take high-level customer opportunities and shape them into concrete, executable project plans.

This role is ideal for a strong program leader who thrives in the data/AI space-acting as "the most technical person of the non-technical team, and the least technical person of the technical team." You will supervise the Delivery Managers running day-to-day operations, ensuring that the initial strategic vision is successfully executed to drive client value and secure recurring revenue.

Key Responsibilities1. Solutioning & Scoping (Pre-Sales Adjacent)
  • Translate Opportunity to Execution: Partner with Client Partners and Technologists to take defined technical solutions and build concrete project plans, proposals, and execution roadmaps.

  • Bridge the Strategy Gap: Successfully translate high-level business objectives into structured, multi-workstream data engineering and AI initiatives.

2. Delivery Supervision & Program Governance
  • Team Supervision: Directly manage and mentor a team of Delivery Managers who handle day-to-day project management and client communication.

  • Full SDLC Oversight: Oversee multiple complex workstreams across the data lifecycle (e.g., data warehouse migrations, platform modernizations, agentic AI/LLM implementations).

  • Escalation & Health: Serve as the ultimate escalation point for delivery hurdles, managing overall engagement health, risk mitigation, and executive client satisfaction.

3. Financial & Revenue Accountability
  • Revenue Realization: Own the health of project delivery to directly hit portfolio revenue targets (realized revenue based on successful delivery milestones).

Candidate ProfileExperience & Expertise
  • Tenure: 8-10+ years of experience in technical program management, professional services, or IT consulting delivery leadership.

  • Technical Breadth: Strong foundational knowledge of data pipelines, modern data platforms (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake), and emerging AI landscapes (LLMs, multi-flow agents). Hands-on coding is not required, but technical fluency is mandatory.

  • Methodology: Proven track record managing large-scale, full software development life cycle (SDLC) programs.

  • Industry Focus: Financial Services experience is highly preferred, though top-tier enterprise program experience in other fast-paced sectors will be considered.

Leadership Traits
  • The "Translator": Ability to confidently discuss project execution metrics with delivery teams and high-level strategy with client executives.

  • High Ownership: Comfortable navigating ambiguous project states and turning chaos into structured execution plans.

  • Team Scaler: Passionate about growing and structuring internal delivery capabilities as Indicium expands.

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $195,000 - $250,000. In addition to base pay, this position may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. An individual's final salary offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including geographic location, experience, specialized skills, and qualifications. This compensation range is subject to updates or modifications at the company's discretion