A mixture of skills is required to run the project efficiently.
Design the team, the tasks, and the resources required to complete the project.
Communication of the project’s plan to members of the project team and other stakeholders.
Estimating and budgeting the duration as well as the costs and quality required to meet the project’s goals.
Plan and alter the timeline for the project to accommodate delays or changes to the scope.
Documenting the results of the project, assessing the effectiveness of the project, and planning the transition to an entirely new project.
Define the project’s role and assigning each task to members of the team.
Breaking down huge, overwhelming projects into smaller tasks that are easier to manage.
Use tools like Gantt charts or a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to create an interactive timeline and plan tasks, as well as adjust schedules and connect tasks.
Working with a variety team members and others to understand their concerns, needs, and expectations.
Create a clear, shared vision and communication strategy to ensure that all team members are aware of the project’s goals and how they align with the goals of the company, and what their responsibility is in achieving the goals.
Assuring that all team members and other stakeholders are fully involved throughout the process from the beginning of the project to its completion.
Document and save all the aspects of a project including deliverables, communication, and risk management.
A good project manager will follow up on any outstanding invoices, and schedule a wrap-up meeting to discuss the results of the project or ways similar projects can be improved.