Project Managers are responsible for the planning, execution, and closing of projects (handing over to operations). They make sure projects are completed on time, within budget, and that the objectives are met. Depending on the size, nature, and industry of the projects, responsibilities will vary. As a profession, it offers a wide range of transferrable skills, with a clear career path and lots of scope for growth and development.

Role and responsibilities (varies by industry and size of projects)

  • Managing project stakeholders
  • Applying appropriate project management methodology
  • Creating and implementing project schedules
  • Estimating cost/budget requirement(s)
  • Identifying, analyzing and mitigating risks
  • Managing teams, process and evaluating the progress of projects
  • Performing quality assurance and quality control
  • Performing post-delivery evaluations
  • Monitoring, controlling and closing a project

Knowledge and Skills

  • Understanding the nature and characteristics of project
  • Knowledge of the basic project lifecycle models
  • Scoping, writing SMART objectives, creating performance scorecards
  • Excellent organizational skills (self and others)
  • Generally, good problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Proficient user of software tools for managing single, chained, or portfolio of projects e.g. Microsoft Project, project server, ProjectLibre, Primavera Enterprise project portfolio management, or the like…
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