Build a Project Management for Consulting
Consulting businesses need a project management that handles task management and timeline views. Plan, track, and collaborate on projects with tasks, timelines, and team features. Build time: 8-16 hours. Budget: $1000-3000.
40-60%
reduction in operational costs with AI automation
McKinsey 2025
20-30 hours
per month saved by small businesses using workflow automation
Deloitte 2024
“Perfect is the enemy of shipped. I would rather give you something useful this week than something perfect in six months.”
Last updated: 2026-03-19
Why Consulting Businesses Need a Project Management
Business, management, and specialist consulting services. A project management solves a core problem: plan, track, and collaborate on projects with tasks, timelines, and team features.
Consulting professionals deal with tracking billable hours across multiple clients and managing project deliverables and timelines. A purpose-built project management handles file sharing, team collaboration, timeline views, so you can focus on the work that actually matters.
Project Management Features for Consulting
MVP features (launch in 8-16 hours):
- Task lists
- Due dates
- Basic assignments
Advanced features (add later):
- Gantt charts
- Resource planning
- Time tracking
- Client access
This project management is achievable with the right tools. We recommend starting with the MVP and iterating based on real user feedback from your consulting clients.
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Project Management Examples for Consulting
Here are some ways consulting businesses use a project management:
- Agency project tracking: Adapted for consulting workflows and terminology.
- Product development: Adapted for consulting workflows and terminology.
- Event planning: Adapted for consulting workflows and terminology.
Every project management we build is customised to the specific needs of your consulting business. No generic templates.
How to Get Started
You have two paths:
Build it yourself. Join a buildDay workshop and build your project management in a single day with expert guidance. Cost: $95.
Have us build it. We scope your consulting project management project, quote a fixed price (typically $1000-3000), and deliver within 8-16 hours to 2 weeks.
Either way, you end up with a working project management built specifically for consulting professionals.
At a Glance
| Feature | MVP (Launch Fast) | Advanced (Scale Up) |
|---|---|---|
| Task lists | Included in MVP | Upgrades to: Gantt charts |
| Due dates | Included in MVP | Upgrades to: Resource planning |
| Basic assignments | Included in MVP | Upgrades to: Time tracking |
| Timeline | 8-16 hours | 2-4 weeks additional |
| Budget Range | $1000-3000 | $1000-3000 (additional) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Project Management Development cost for Consulting businesses?
For Consulting businesses, Project Management Development typically starts from $1000. The exact cost depends on complexity, but most Consulting projects fall within the $1000-3000 range. We scope everything in a free consultation before quoting.
How long does Project Management Development take for a Consulting business?
Most Project Management Development projects for Consulting businesses take 8-16 hours. Simpler builds can be faster. We will give you an honest timeline in your free consultation based on exactly what you need.
Do you have experience building Project Management for Consulting?
Yes. We have worked with Consulting businesses to build Project Management solutions that fit their specific workflows. Every industry has its quirks, and we take time to understand yours before we start building.
What is the process for getting Project Management built for my Consulting business?
It starts with a free consultation where we learn about your Consulting business and what you need. From there, we scope the project, agree on a price, and start building. You will see progress throughout and can give feedback at every stage.
What features should a Project Management have for Consulting?
The features depend on your specific needs, but for Consulting businesses we typically recommend starting with the essentials and adding from there. We will help you prioritise what matters most during the scoping process.
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