Program or Project Manager

Roles and responsibilities

Project and program managers:

• direct and coordinate the activities of a range of units within an organisation to meet organisational objectives
• respond to inquiries and resolve problems concerning services within their area of responsibility
• prepare reports about the organisation's activities and program or project achievements
• oversee the gathering and analysis of information about the projects undertaken
• advise senior management on matters requiring attention and implement management decisions
• administer the work undertaken by contractors
• review and develop administrative systems and procedures
• work out the risks associated with a project, such as financial risks and implement strategies to reduce these risks
• work out project or program costs, develop a budget plan and monitor ongoing costs
• determine the scope and size of the project and the requirements for each stage or aspect of the project
• decide on the timelines and schedule for the project and make sure that all targets are met
• keep a check on the quality performance of a program or project

As a project and program manager, you will most likely be employed by public and private sector organisations in a wide range of industries. These could include information technology, building and construction, engineering, finance and government administration and services, such as with public utilities or the defence forces.

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