CONTRACT2HIRE eDiscovery Project Manager

Our client, a leading law firm, is seeking an experienced eDiscovery Project Manager for a contract-to-hire opportunity.

About the role

The Project Manager will oversee complex electronic discovery matters from initiation through completion, serving as a primary point of contact for case teams and providing strategic and technical guidance across the EDRM lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on RelativityOne experience, strong knowledge of TAR and analytics, and practical experience using generative AI tools within legal or eDiscovery workflows. The firm currently utilizes RelativityOne and Relativity aiR; prior aiR experience is not required. This is a highly collaborative, client-facing opportunity for an eDiscovery professional who can manage multiple sophisticated matters while improving efficiency, controlling costs, and leveraging emerging technology.

This is a hybrid position requiring three days per week in the New York office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects and maintain consistent communication with case teams, forensic professionals, internal colleagues, and eDiscovery vendors
• Partner with case teams to assess eDiscovery requirements and develop appropriate project plans, using technology to improve efficiency and reduce costs while meeting legal and regulatory obligations
• Oversee, coordinate, and monitor project workflows and progress from initiation through completion
• Provide case teams and management with regular updates regarding project status, budgets, risks, and potential delays, escalating issues proactively and implementing mitigation strategies as needed
• Develop customized reports that provide stakeholders with a clear view of project status, progress, and relevant metrics
• Follow established departmental workflows, procedures, policies, and requirements
• Coordinate with internal and external resources to support the collection, processing, review, and production of electronically stored information
• Advise and train case teams on eDiscovery best practices and the effective use of available technologies and services
• Perform quality control throughout various project stages to ensure accuracy and completeness and promptly resolve identified issues
• Develop project cost estimates, oversee budgets, and support the vendor Statement of Work process
• Coordinate and manage services performed by outside vendors and software providers, including troubleshooting, negotiations, oversight, and vendor relationship management
• Support monthly billing activities by reviewing vendor invoices, resolving discrepancies, and preparing billing-related reports and data
• Oversee storage associated with eDiscovery applications and systems
• Maintain detailed project documentation, reports, and tracking logs
• Work closely with eDiscovery and IT teams on software and hardware upgrades, technical troubleshooting, and workflow enhancements
• Track and maintain physical and electronic media and assist with packaging and shipping media when required
• Support departmental administrative responsibilities and special projects as needed
• Partner with department leadership to identify and implement improvements to processes, documentation, and reporting that strengthen service quality and client satisfaction
• Assist case teams with evaluating database archival options and ensure databases are appropriately decommissioned
• Stay current on eDiscovery platforms, tools, industry developments, innovations, and emerging technologies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Several years of experience in legal technology or eDiscovery support
• Hands-on Relativity or RelativityOne experience, including search design and workflow configuration
• Practical experience with AI tools such as Copilot, Harvey, Claude, or comparable technologies
• Experience using Relativity technology-assisted review, analytics tools, and protocols such as CAL/CMML to improve review efficiency and quality
• Required certifications: Relativity Certified Administrator (RCA), Relativity Project Management Specialist, RelativityOne Certified Pro, Relativity Generative AI Pro, and Relativity Analytics Specialist
• Strong knowledge of the litigation lifecycle, eDiscovery protocols, and industry best practices from preservation through trial
• Demonstrated commitment to providing excellent service to internal and external clients
• Ability to quickly learn and become proficient with new technologies, platforms, and workflows
• Excellent project management, planning, and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities
• Proactive approach with a high degree of ownership and accountability for project outcomes
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, tight deadlines, and multiple simultaneous projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and client management skills
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to individuals with varying levels of technical knowledge
• Strong proficiency with eDiscovery tools and services, including RelativityOne, structured analytics, active learning, batching workflows, and forensic collection processes
• Experience managing multiple data types, including email, mobile device data, chat data, and other electronic sources throughout the EDRM lifecycle
• Availability to respond to emails and calls outside standard business hours when necessary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to travel off-site as needed based on project and firm requirements

Pay

Upon conversion to a permanent position, the expected salary for this exempt role is $130,000–$170,000.