Project Manager (PM)
plans, executes, and oversees projects from start to finish, ensuring goals are met on time, within budget, and scope by coordinating teams, resources, and stakeholders, managing risks, and serving as the central point for communication and problem-solving
- Planning & Initiation: Defining project goals, scope, resources, timelines, and budgets.
- Team Leadership: Coordinating staff, assigning tasks, providing direction, and resolving issues.
- Execution & Monitoring: Tracking progress, managing resources, adapting plans as needed, and ensuring deliverables meet quality standards.
- Stakeholder Communication: Liaising with clients, management, and team members, providing regular updates, and managing expectations.
- Risk & Change Management: Identifying potential blockers, designing risk mitigation plans, and managing project changes.
- Closure & Reporting: Conducting project reviews, documenting outcomes, and creating reports for executives.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- Skills: Leadership, communication, problem-solving, organization, attention to detail, decision-making.
- Education: Often a Bachelor's degree in business, IT, or a relevant field certifications (like PMP) are valuable.