Manager - Applied AI
On-site Los Angeles New York Full-time Manager AI Engineering
At a glance
Manager-level AI Engineering role at Qvest US. Los Angeles · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $132,450–$205,151 across the United States.
Estimated pay
Qvest US has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
$132,450 – $205,151
What the middle half of mid-level AI engineering roles in the United States paid, among postings that did state a salary.
Worked out from 376 postings that stated pay, median $165,000. Last updated Oct 22, 2026.
RoleAI Engineering
SeniorityManager
LocationLos Angeles
WorkplaceOn-site
EmploymentFull-time
PostedDec 18, 2024 · 1y ago
Also hiring inNew York
Role brief
aimlroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Guide AI implementation teams from initial setup and requirements through design, build, testing and launch
- Run client workshops and meetings, and keep executive stakeholders updated on project progress
- Spot delivery risks early and develop ways to reduce their impact
- Support internal growth through mentoring, recruiting and improving project methods
What you bring
- At least five years in system implementation, SDLC, integration and project management
- Hands-on experience delivering AI, machine-learning or applied AI systems
- Three or more years in consulting or professional services, plus at least two years guiding organizational change
- You have led client-facing requirements sessions, workshops and reviews, and handled plans, budgets, staffing and status reporting
- A bachelor's degree in engineering, information systems, computer science, business administration or a related field
Who this fits
This manager role suits someone who can lead client delivery teams and guide organizations through AI-related change. The position is based onsite in Los Angeles, with travel to client sites as project needs require. Remote or hybrid work may be available on some projects, but client needs can require onsite attendance.
From the employer
Who We Are
Qvest US is the global leader in technology and business consulting for the Media & Entertainment and Consumer Packaged Goods & Retail industries. We strategize, advise, design, develop and implement future-forward business & technology solutions. With expertise in digital media supply chain, data & analytics, IP & rights management, broadcast transformation, Salesforce and applied AI, our exceptionally talented teams partner with Fortune 1,000 companies to revolutionize markets and set new industry standards.Who We’re Seeking Qvest US is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Technical Delivery, Applied AI, and Change Management to join our growing Applied AI practice. In this role, you will lead several technology and business consulting projects ranging from the implementation of AI solutions, to the formulation of organizational and AI process strategy, to PMO establishment. You will drive effective change management to ensure successful adoption, stakeholder alignment, and sustained value delivery. We are looking for an organized and industrious leader who will motivate teams and directly contribute to our growth.
What You'll Do
- Lead project teams through all core project phases of Applied AI implementation, including project setup, requirements gathering, design, development, testing and deployment.
- Facilitate workshops, provide status updates, and lead meetings across the executive levels of client organizations.
- Proactively identify risks and issues, and provide mitigation strategies.
- Contribute to internal growth initiatives including mentorship, recruitment, strategy and/or methodology enhancement.
What You'll Bring
- 5-7+ years System Implementation, SDLC, Integration, and Project Management experience
- Experience implementing AI/ML/Applied AI systems
- 3+ years in consulting / professional services, big firm experience preferred
- 2+ years of experience with organizational change management (OCM), including creating strategies to shepherd an organization and stakeholders through a large-scale change
- Experience managing teams through client-facing activities such as requirements gathering, stakeholder workshops, and deliverable review/approval sessions
- Experience in project planning, including building and managing to project plans, budgeting, resource allocation, and reporting status to clients and internal teams
- Trained on process and/or technology methodologies (e.g. Lean Process Improvement, Six Sigma, Agile implementation, Waterfall model)
- System development life cycle (SDLC) experience
- Experience with presentation and spreadsheet tools, such as PowerPoint, Visio, and Excel
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, information systems, computer science, business administration, or other related fields
Preferred Experience
- Experience in Media & Entertainment and/or Consumer Products industries
- Experience at a large consulting firm (e.g., Accenture, Deloitte, EY, CapGemini, PWC)