Project Manager Job Description Template

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Project Manager Job Description Template

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Job Brief

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to manage organization of key client projects.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
  • Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
  • Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
  • Ensure resource availability and allocation
  • Develop a detailed project plan to track progress
  • Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs
  • Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
  • Report and escalate to management as needed
  • Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
  • Perform risk management to minimize project risks
  • Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
  • Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation

Requirements

  • Great educational background, preferably in the fields of computer science or engineering for technical project managers
  • Proven working experience as a project administrator in the information technology sector
  • Solid technical background, with understanding or hands-on experience in software development and web technologies
  • Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • PMP / PRINCE II certification is a plus

What does Project Manager do?

A Project Manager's day-to-day responsibilities can vary depending on the industry, organization, and project at hand. However, some common tasks performed by Project Managers include:

  1. Planning and organizing: Developing project plans, setting objectives, defining scope, creating schedules, and determining resource requirements.

  2. Team management: Assembling and leading project teams, assigning tasks, setting priorities, and ensuring that team members have the necessary resources and support.

  3. Stakeholder communication: Regularly communicating with stakeholders, including clients, sponsors, team members, and senior management, to provide project updates, address concerns, and manage expectations.

  4. Risk management: Identifying potential risks and developing strategies to mitigate them. Monitoring risks throughout the project and taking proactive measures to minimize their impact.

  5. Monitoring and controlling: Tracking project progress, monitoring budget and resource allocations, and ensuring that project activities are on schedule and within scope. Implementing change management processes as needed.

  6. Problem-solving: Identifying and resolving issues that arise during project execution, working closely with the team to find solutions, and making necessary adjustments to keep the project on track.

  7. Documentation: Maintaining project documentation, including project plans, meeting minutes, status reports, and any other relevant records. Ensuring that all project documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and easily accessible.

  8. Quality management: Implementing quality control measures to ensure that project deliverables meet the defined standards and requirements. Conducting regular quality checks and making necessary improvements.

  9. Project closure:Conducting final project evaluations, documenting lessons learned, and archiving project files. Celebrating project success and transitioning any ongoing tasks to appropriate personnel or departments.

It's important to note that this list is not exhaustive, and a Project Manager's responsibilities can vary depending on the project and organization.

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