Contract Project Manager- Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)

Consilio LLC; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Consilio LLC in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Project Manager (Contractor) to oversee CLM implementations, ensuring strategic alignment and successful outcomes. The role involves managing project activities from initial planning through execution and client interaction.

Ideal candidates will have a BA/BS degree, at least 3 years of project management experience, and demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills. This contractor role supports multiple projects within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Project Manager.
• Experience managing multiple, concurrent projects with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage client expectations and maintain client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management for CLM engagements from scoping to implementation.
• Oversee timelines, resource allocation, and deliverables.
• Serve as primary client contact managing communications and expectations.

Skills

Project Management

Client Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

Overview

The Consilio Legal Transformation Service practice is looking for an experienced Project Manager (Contractor) to lead CLM implementations, consulting, and strategy projects within our Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) practice. This role is responsible for overseeing end-to-end project management activities for CLM engagements. You will support all aspects of the implementation lifecycle, ensuring strategic alignment and successful outcomes for our clients.

Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Management

• Lead project management for CLM engagements, from initial scoping and planning through execution and post-implementation review.
• Oversee timelines, resource allocation, risk management, and deliverables to ensure project milestones are met.
• Serve as the primary client point of contact, managing communications, expectations, and relationship building to foster long-term client partnerships.

Implementation Leadership & CLM Expertise

• Serve as the CLM subject matter expert, advising clients on implementation strategy, configuration, testing, and user adoption.
• Support functional design workshops, facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT), and manage issue resolution.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure the implementation meets the defined requirements and aligns with best practices.

Communication & Leadership Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong leadership and client relationship management skills, with a commitment to delivering exceptional value.
• Ability to manage project risk, resolve conflicts, and escalation internally and externally in a time‑sensitive manner.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree Preferred
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Project Manager
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple, concurrent projects involving cross‑functional teams within budgetary and schedule constraints
• Demonstrated ability to manage client expectations and maintain client satisfaction
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and the ability to anticipate client needs
• The ability to confront unexpected problems quickly and effectively
• Strong teamwork, communication (written and oral), client management, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage project teams, including teams of supporting project managers