Consulting Project Management Software

Plan, execute, and bill consulting projects with total visibility and control with BigTime’s consulting project management software.

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Why Choose BigTime’s Consulting Project Management Software?

Consulting firms face tight deadlines, complex deliverables, and evolving client expectations. Without the right project management software, it’s easy to lose time, overbook resources, or overspend project budgets. 

 

BigTime’s consulting project management software gives consulting firms the tools they need to manage projects, teams, resources, and budgets in one unified platform. Built for the way consultants work, BigTime eliminates administrative tasks, improves project visibility, and accelerates profitability, so you can focus on delivering exceptional client outcomes. BigTime provides consulting professionals with a tailored solution to manage the project lifecycle from end to end.

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Get real-time insights

Monitor billable hours and track project-related expenses to stay on track.

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Assign the right resources

Allocate resources to manage workloads and align talent to project needs.

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Stay on top of budgets

Compare actuals vs. projected costs at every level to prevent cost overruns.

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Accelerate invoicing

Generate custom invoices with an integrated, streamlined workflow.

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Improve client experience

Centralize project information and status updates to improve transparency.

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Make confident decisions

Use dashboards to track project progress, margins, and team performance.

Track Time and Expenses in Real Time

Monitor billable hours and track project-related expenses from any device. This ensures accurate invoicing and fast approval cycles, keeping project costs in check.

 

Assign the Right Resources


Avoid overloading team members and allocate resources effectively using smart capacity planning tools. BigTime helps you manage workloads and align talent to project needs.

 

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Monitor Budgets Closely

Compare actuals vs. projected costs at the task, phase, or full project level. This proactive approach to budget management helps prevent cost overruns and improve client satisfaction.

 

Accelerate Billing

Generate branded, client-ready invoices with flexible billing structures. BigTime integrates time, expenses, and project milestones into a streamlined billing workflow.

 

Deliver Better Client Service

Centralize project information, status updates, and client communications. With one source of truth, you enhance collaboration and improve transparency across engagements.

 

Make Confident Decisions

Use real-time dashboards to track project progress, margins, and team performance. BigTime provides the data to help you decide where to invest effort and which projects deliver the most value.

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Key Features of BigTime’s Consulting Project Management Solution

Consulting firms require more than generic tools: they need robust, flexible, and industry-specific capabilities. BigTime provides comprehensive project management features designed specifically for managing complex consulting projects with ease.

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Project Planning Dashboards

Visualize project timelines, deliverables, and dependencies at a glance. These dashboards help consulting professionals manage multiple projects efficiently and ensure the timely completion of key project milestones, improving project visibility and accountability across client engagements.
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Time and Expense Tracking

Log hours and upload receipts from anywhere using BigTime’s mobile-friendly time tracking tool. By combining expense management and time tracking in one platform, you can control project costs, reduce administrative tasks, and ensure billable accuracy for client projects.
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Customized Workflows

Build customizable workflows that align with the unique needs of your consulting practice. From task management to approvals and project planning, BigTime lets you tailor processes for different types of consulting projects and business models.
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Client-Ready Invoicing

Generate flexible, client-friendly invoices that reflect your firm’s branding and billing preferences. Whether you bill by hour, milestone, or retainer, BigTime helps you streamline client communication, reduce errors, and accelerate revenue recognition.
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Profitability Tracking

Track project budgets, margins, and KPIs across engagements using customizable analytics dashboards. BigTime provides your leadership team with real-time insights into project profitability, enabling them to make informed decisions about resource allocation and consulting project prioritization.
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Integrations with CRM, Accounting, and BI Tools

Seamlessly integrate BigTime with your existing financial software, CRM, and reporting tools, such as QuickBooks, Salesforce, HubSpot, and Power BI. These integration capabilities eliminate manual work, enhance collaboration features, and help your firm manage operations more holistically.

90% of projects executed in BigTime stay on or within the budget

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How BigTime Project Management for Consultants Works

BigTime simplifies managing client projects from proposal to payment with a five-step process tailored for consulting firms.

1. Define scope, timelines, and roles

Start with clear project parameters, responsibilities, and deadlines mapped in planning dashboards.

2. Assign and allocate resources

Match the right consultants to each phase, balancing availability and expertise in real time.

3. Track time and expenses as work progresses

Log hours and capture receipts instantly through BigTime’s mobile-friendly platform.

4. Generate invoices and performance reports

Use automated workflows to produce detailed billing and custom reports for clients and internal stakeholders.

5. Monitor progress and adjust as needed

Leverage real-time insights to stay ahead of issues, maintain budget control, and hit key milestones on schedule.

Why Consulting Firms Choose BigTime

 

Success Stories: Real Results for Real Firms

As STR expanded its consulting and planning services, the firm needed a platform to streamline project visibility and time tracking. BigTime allowed STR to capture hours, allocate resources, and manage budgets from a single platform, driving better client delivery and improved profitability. Read STR’s full story.

What Our Customers Say

“BigTime gives us a crystal-clear view into where our projects stand—financially and operationally. It’s become an essential part of how we run our consulting engagements.”
Andrew Senese
CFO, STR
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FAQ

What is consulting project management software?

Consulting project management software is a category of management software for consultants that supports end-to-end project delivery. It helps firms manage tasks, allocate resources, track time and expenses, monitor project progress, and improve client collaboration. BigTime is purpose-built for consulting professionals, giving teams the tools to manage complex projects across their entire project lifecycle.

How does BigTime help consulting firms manage projects?

BigTime brings together all the essential project management tools that consulting firms need in one platform. From project planning and resource allocation to time tracking, invoicing, and reporting, BigTime enables consulting teams to track project progress, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and deliver outcomes that meet or exceed client expectations. Its advanced features make it ideal for both boutique and enterprise consulting operations.

Can I track time and expenses on the same platform?

Yes, BigTime allows you to track time and expenses in one centralized platform. Consultants can log time against specific tasks, upload receipts, and categorize expenses in real time. This enables firms to gain a clear understanding of project costs, ensure accurate billing, and monitor project budgets without toggling between tools.

How does BigTime help with client invoicing?

BigTime simplifies client communication and accelerates revenue by generating client-ready invoices that pull data directly from tracked time and expenses. Firms can choose from multiple customizable workflows to tailor invoice formats, billing structures, and submission cycles. This reduces delays, eliminates errors, and supports a smoother client experience.

Does BigTime support team and resource planning?

Absolutely. BigTime includes powerful resource planning and workload management tools to help firms allocate resources effectively, avoid overbooking, and plan team schedules with precision. You can see who’s working on what, identify bandwidth issues, and ensure that each team member is focused on high-impact work, improving both delivery and morale.

What integrations are available with BigTime?

BigTime supports robust integration capabilities with essential systems like QuickBooks, Xero, Sage Intacct, Salesforce, HubSpot, Slack, and Power BI. These integrations connect your financial software, CRM, and reporting platforms, creating a seamless flow of information and eliminating redundant data entry. The result: better decisions, faster reporting, and more cohesive operations.

Can I manage multiple projects and clients at once?

Yes. BigTime was built specifically for firms that manage multiple projects and clients simultaneously. You can easily track each project’s progress, assign tasks, manage project timelines, and update client portals in real time. This centralized approach helps consulting firms maintain transparency and keep up with the pace of fast-moving client interactions.

How customizable is BigTime for consulting workflows?

BigTime offers high levels of customization to support different consulting practices and engagement models. From task management templates and file sharing permissions to invoice formats and custom reports, BigTime adapts to your firm’s preferred way of working. This ensures the software aligns with your goals and improves project success rates.

How does BigTime support profitability tracking?

BigTime provides firms with real-time profitability insights through customizable analytics dashboards and margin-tracking tools. These help leaders monitor key metrics like billable utilization, budget vs. actual, and project margin across the firm. With this data, you can focus on the most profitable services and decide how to scale your consulting business.

Is BigTime scalable for small and large consulting teams?

Yes. Whether you're a consulting firm of 5 or 500, BigTime scales to support growing teams, increasing complexity, and larger client portfolios. With built-in collaboration tools, streamlined communication, and enterprise-grade features, BigTime is an ideal fit for firms at any stage of growth.