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Kalon Aesthetics

Practice Manager

Los Angeles, CA

$110K - $130K/yr

The Practice Manager is responsible for the workflow and performance of the clinic to provide ... Ensure a white-glove, luxury patient experience from initial consultation through postoperative ...

City of Hope

Manager, Advanced Practice

Duarte, CA

$91.30K - $126K/yr

Manager, Advanced Practice Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives ... Discriminates between normal and abnormal findings, consulting with physician advisor when ...

City of Hope

Manager, Advanced Practice

Duarte, CA · On-site

$91.30K - $126K/yr

Manager, Advanced Practice Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives ... Discriminates between normal and abnormal findings, consulting with physician advisor when ...

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How much do consulting practice manager jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for consulting practice manager in Los Angeles, CA is $101,392.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,453.00 and $131,311.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Consulting Practice Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Consulting Practice Manager, you need expertise in project management, business strategy, and leadership, often supported by a relevant degree and significant consulting experience. Familiarity with management software (such as Salesforce, SAP, or project management tools) and certifications like PMP or Six Sigma are highly valued. Exceptional communication, client relationship management, and team leadership skills set top performers apart in this role. These capabilities are crucial for driving successful client engagements, managing teams effectively, and ensuring sustainable business growth.

How does a Consulting Practice Manager typically balance client project delivery with team management responsibilities?

Consulting Practice Managers often juggle overseeing multiple client projects while ensuring their teams remain motivated and productive. They allocate resources, set project expectations, and provide strategic direction, all while mentoring consultants and facilitating professional development. Regular communication with both clients and team members is essential to address challenges quickly and maintain high service quality. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

What are Consulting Practice Managers?

Consulting Practice Managers are professionals who lead and manage a team of consultants within a specific practice area or industry. They are responsible for overseeing project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving business development within their division. Their role often includes recruiting and mentoring consultants, managing budgets, and developing strategies to grow their practice. Consulting Practice Managers act as a bridge between clients and their consulting teams, ensuring high-quality service and results.

What is the difference between Consulting Practice Manager vs Consulting Project Manager?

AspectConsulting Practice ManagerConsulting Project Manager
Primary FocusOversees multiple consulting practices, strategic growth, and team managementManages specific projects, timelines, and deliverables
CredentialsOften requires relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, MBA), industry experienceTypically holds PMP or similar project management certifications
Work EnvironmentLeadership role within consulting firm, involved in business developmentProject execution within client engagements
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in consulting firms, professional servicesUsed across consulting, IT, and management sectors

The Consulting Practice Manager focuses on managing entire consulting practices, including strategic growth and team leadership, while the Consulting Project Manager concentrates on executing specific projects. Both roles require project management skills and relevant certifications, but their scope and responsibilities differ significantly.

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Consulting Practices Manager

Consulting Practices Manager

Willdan Group, Inc.

Anaheim, CA • On-site

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Job description

Why Join the Willdan Team:

We are motivated to solve some of tomorrow's biggest obstacles - especially those in energy and infrastructure. Our employees want to make a difference, and we have the aspiration, resources, and technical know-how to do it. Our rapid growth and successes over the past five decades stem from our ability to think big while also paying special attention to project quality and customer service. Willdan'swork culture blends the stability of an established organization with a reputation for quality and the flexibility and opportunities of a progressive, growing company. We value and enjoy the opportunity to come to work every day and make a real, positive impact on our society and the environment.

Who We Are:

Willdan is a nationwide provider of comprehensive solutions that help organizations evolve and thrive as natural resources and infrastructure change. Our team of experts in energy, engineering, safety, financial and strategic planning, microgrids, and software offer best-in-class services ranging from electric grid optimization to energy efficiency to energy design assistance. Using this collective expertise, we have delivered over 100,000 projects to public agencies, small businesses, healthcare, hospitality, and educational facilities. We provide program administration and assistance to improve grid resiliency to over 50 investor-owned utilities.

The Consulting Practices Manager will serve as a key role in advancing Willdan's consulting practice and methods through research, ideation, testing, refining, support, and active project work. The role serves to advance our consulting methods by imagining and testing new delivery approaches, analysis types, data visualization, and conveyance methods - all to maintain our consulting cutting edge while delivering for the changing needs of the A/E/C community.

By proactively identifying metrics and insight that resonate with architects, engineers, contractors, and building owners, this role will ensure that our consulting translates into actionable practices in support of high-performance design. Beyond energy and carbon, the Consulting Practices Manager will also investigate and integrate non-energy benefits-including occupant health, comfort, resilience, and other emerging priorities-into our consulting frameworks. The role combines technical expertise, innovation, and communication skills to shape the next generation of consulting practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Advance Practice Standards
    • Identify opportunities to evolve consulting methods.
    • Create templates, best practices, and standardized approaches to ensure consistent and impactful client engagement and positive project impact.
    • Collaborate with New Technologies Manager by providing/discussing ideas, information, background, and insight necessary for new tool development (tools to be developed by New Technologies Manager or others).
  • Investigate Market and Industry Trends
    • Actively monitor market and industry trends, research, codes, and market developments related to building performance, carbon reduction, occupant health, and resilience.
    • From market research, bring metrics, presentation methods, approaches, and examples that forecast and meet evolving client and customer needs to drive deeper savings, translating these insights into practical approaches and best practices for our team's work.
  • Identify and Develop Metrics and Methods
    • Research, evaluate, and define energy performance, carbon performance, and non-energy benefits (e.g., occupant well-being, resilience, indoor air quality, and other emerging drivers) and their potential for including in programs to add value for customers.
  • Communication Tool Innovation
    • Design, test, and refine methods of presenting technical analyses in clear, accessible formats for varied audiences, including graphics, dashboards, reports, and interactive visuals.
    • Bring together presentations of multiple tools (Willdan and other market tools) to meet customer and client needs, while driving deeper savings.
    • Coordinate with Consultant team members to assist with testing and integrating these tools into active projects.
  • Support Consulting Teams
    • Collaborate with Building Performance Consultants on projects to integrate new metrics and presentation methods into day-to-day consulting practices.
    • Provide guidance and training to help the Consulting team adopt improved workflows.
  • Project Team Engagement
    • Participate in selected project meetings with other TWG consultants to introduce, demonstrate, and test new methods directly with project teams.
    • Summarize feedback from project teams for review by role leads and to assist in refining approaches.
  • Coordinate with Role Leads and Leadership
    • Work closely with the Senior Consultant Managers and other role leads to ensure that new methods, tools, and practices are aligned with company objectives and client priorities.
  • Workflow Development
    • In coordination with Consultant Role Leads and Program Managers, create and refine workflows and how-to resources for the consultant team's use and implementation.
    • Collaborate with Consultant Role Leads to train/guide consulting teams on use of these resources and best practices.
  • Promote Innovation and Knowledge Sharing
    • Lead internal discussions, workshops, or pilot projects to test and scale new consulting practices. Document findings and communicate results across the team.
  • Market / Industry / Team Presence
    • Maintain active participation in local markets, attend events, draft and present materials at industry or other events, conferences, or marketing opportunities.
    • Participate in and/or take a formal role in ASHRAE, AIA, and other technical or professional committees, attend regular meetings / committees at local level.
    • Work in Willdan office minimum two days per week to support other consultants and drive active discussion.
  • Maintain Active Consulting Practice
    • Remain closely engaged with consulting practice by taking on and performing active project work in the Consultant role across all markets, ensuring deep understanding and alignment with the evolving needs of project teams and clients.

Job Requirements / Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, environmental science, data science, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
  • 7+ years of experience in building performance, sustainability consulting, or related practice, with demonstrated ability to influence design teams.
  • Strong knowledge of building systems, energy efficiency, carbon reduction strategies, and non-energy performance drivers (e.g., health, comfort, resilience).
  • Awareness of energy modeling tools and programs such as EnergyPro, DOE2, EnergyPlus, DesignBuilder, eQuest, or others.
  • Knowledge of energy codes and standards (such as Title 24, ASHRAE 55, 62.1, 90.1, 189.1)
  • Demonstrated ability to accurately interpret complex information, make strategic recommendations to guide decision-making by identifying anticipated benefits, consequences and impacts of alternative system options.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI, or equivalent) and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Proven experience designing and applying metrics that connect technical analysis to client goals.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to translate technical results into clear narratives for diverse audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to innovate, problem-solve, and apply creative approaches in a consulting environment.
  • Collaborative mindset, with a record of working effectively across teams and with external stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of utility sponsored energy efficiency programs, specifically those that target the design of new buildings.
  • Any of the following industry related certifications:
    • Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
    • Building Energy Modeling Professional (BEMP)
    • LEED Accredited Professional
    • Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP)
    • Commissioning Authority (CxA)
    • Licensure in related field (Professional Engineer or Registered Architect)
  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks to ensure timely delivery of high-quality deliverables.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders while delivering excellent customer service in a highly dynamic growth environment.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, evolving, entrepreneurial work environment.

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

Willdan Energy Solutions participates in E-Verify.

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