Project Manager Career Training Guide

Question: project manager? hi. someone told me that i "have project manager written all over you". i was just wondering, what exactly, other than "managing projects" (lol) would a project manager do? Thank you in advance!

Answer: Of late any assignment assigned to a person to treat that specific work as 'project' work. the result should be as expected by the management by your management within your team for the successful outcome. In most of the time managing the work will be easy than managing the people to get a fruitful result.

Question: Why the construction project manager requires 10 years of working experience? Off course every high rise building or skyscraper, you will be stress out almost 2 years. Which means 5 projects you will be handled, that I am able to be a project engineer. I am being prospect to become construction project manager of a company.

Answer: project manager is a person who will fully in-charge in the construction. they need to know everything regarding the costruction flow. therefor they have to be a person who have more working experience.

Question: How should i go about becoming a project manager and what experience is required? I have just finished my Computer Science degree and also have 4 years experience in retail. What is the best way or path to actually being able to be hired as a project manager.

Answer: Hi There are many types of Project Manager - as many as there are types of Project. You can go ahead and work towrds a Project Management qualification - but I would say don't wait til you've got one before you apply for a job. (It's quite often enough to put on your CV that you're studying for a qualification before you actually get one). Set your sights realistically. Don't think you cam walk into manage a high visability project with a multi-million budget straight away. But when you see a job - apply for it. Know how to define a Project and understand what a Project Manager does - then most importantly - take your life experience, organisational skills and enthusiasm into the interview with you. Good luck

Question: What should be the salary of a software project manager in Bahrain? Friends, I’m a web/software developer, designer and project manager with 10 years of experience. This would be so nice if anyone could let me know what my monthly salary (including other benefits) should be in Bahrain. I’ve got some offers and am negotiating with the employers. I would like to bring my family here with three kids as well. This would be my great pleasure to have the right answer!

Answer: first bahrain is a great place as i live there but when taking up appointment there, u have to tell ur employer to get accomodation ,ur children school fees,and health insurance because if u do not u may end up spending all ur salary on these,and secondly at least your salary should be 2000 to 2500 bd but make sure ur salary is separated from ur benefits.goodluck

Question: What is the translation of "home-schooled" and "project manager"in French? I'm doing a project for my French class and I'm trying to say that my little sister is being home-schooled and that my mom is a project manager. I was wondering if just une femme d'affaires would work for project manager since it's sort of like a businesswoman. Thanks for any help in advance!

Answer: First one I would say: Scolarisée à la maison. Project manager: Chef de projet.

Question: does being a project manager for a computer company entail alot of responsability? My boyfriend is a project manager for a computer company. Somedays he is too busy to answer my emails, could his job be that hectic?

Answer: as he should be, if you have no idea then let me tell you, he has a huge responsibility in his hands, if the project goes down the tubes, so does his job, so it's good that he is busy. probably what he wants from you is some peace, love, and a good dinner, haha, oh and a foot rub

Question: Do you possibly need some sort of aptitude test for your project manager ? The artifacts, deliverables, supplied to the system integrator would need to offer "controllabilty" and "steerability". They need to allow freedom to the project manager. Therefore a project manager has the freedom should they so choose to foul up the project beyond all recognition. For example there might be furious doctoring of set to work documentation, user manuals, test documents, code, instead of following procedures and simply redlining user manuals and test documents. So you possibly need some sort of aptitude test for your project manager. To dave Thanks. Terrific.

Answer: First, let me say I'm an SOA Architect, Integration Designer, Legacy Domain Lead & some time PM. Rule # 1 - the project manager makes the final decision. You get to provide your professional opinion & if the PM doesn't take it, it's their problem. Emails are great for CYA in this case. Next understand your PM may have some in depth experience - but he has to oversee 6-8 skillsets. That can be VERY difficult. So, if the PM doesn't make the decision YOU want, it might be because YOU weren't convincing enough. In the end, the PM is always unappreciated by many - but they have overall responsibility for just about anything - it's a tough job.

Question: What courses should I attended as a online project manager? The courses would have to be internationaly recognised as I will be going back to Australia and continue being a project manager. I know that I should do Prince 2 and Agile, any other suggestions?

Answer: no, you have a good handle on things right now. Just relax and the offer will come.

Question: How easy would it be to be a project manager? I am building a new house and want things in such a way that it's really impossible to go through a building company with ready-made plans. How easy would it be to become a project manager without any experience? Would this be considered "Owner Builder"? I don't need to attend a course on that in this state, and I'm trying to do as much research as possible. Any advice?

Answer: I've seen quite a few people try this over the years and some do very well, but most fail badly and make it a much harder experience than it has to be. If you do decide to run with this idea, there's quite a few books out there that include scheduling methods/tips and checklists. Here's a few on Amazon you can check out. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_b?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=be+your+own+general+contractor I would suggest that a better route for you might be to work through a small project management firm. Most areas have a small firm of less than 5 people that will provide management services. They also usually have contacts with some of the local designers (architectural type) and can help you out with good custom plans at a reasonable price. Another positive of working with the right manager is that they will know which subs will provide a higher quality work (and which do crappy work). The trick is that every area has a few of these guys around, but sometimes they're a little harder to find. Ask around at the lumber yards and check out any local builer's shows in your area to track them down. Give me a shout if you need more info. Good Luck.

Question: What are the alternative career paths for a project manager? Hello, I am a prince2 qualified project manager with 5 years experience in the market research and digital publishing industries. I am looking at exploring other career paths but am not really sure of where to start. Any suggestions would be great.

Answer: I was a project manager for about four years, and the think I notice most was that the client often had his head up his butt. I was constantly trying to accommodate changes and delays into the schedule without changing the end date. Since project management is 90% planning, I got into Strategic planning. I now work on the front end of a project (before it is even a project) to make sure all the bases are covered and the clients' expectations are met. Being in market research, a good place to start would be to design the research rather than conduct it. Good Luck

Question: What is the average salary for a Telecom Project Manager in any industry? I'm interested to know what are the average salaries for a Telecom project manager within food, automotive or any industrial sector in Australia.

Answer: Around $92,500? You may want to trawl through some of the recent Project Manager salaries on this free salary comparison site: http://www.livesalary.com.au/salary-search-results.aspx?jobtitle=%22Project+Manager%22&jobtype=1

Question: What exactly does a technical project manager do? Im going to be taking classes to earn degrees to be a project manager in computers. I dont know what degrees are needed, or even what exactly it is. Please help

Answer: Technical Project Managers are essential members of an organization's development department and have a large amount of responsibility managing implementation projects around a company's web platforms. TPMs will lead developers, designers, and testers during web site development. Key Areas of Responsibilities would be: Project Kickoff: directly working with the client to gather requirements, develop specifications Project Planning: creating project plans and schedules Project Completion: managing the schedule and deliverables of the development team assigned to their projects, working with the testing team, delivering milestone releases Resource Balancing: working with the CTO and other technical project managers to allot development resources Project Launch: managing roll out into production domain, final testing, and release Project Maintenance: Upgrades, bug fixes, and client relationship

Question: What is project management, and is there such a profession as project manager? Do yoy just complete a course to be a project manager or do you also have to have expertise in some other field to get a job as a project manager?

Answer: Project management is more than one course and you have to be certified as a project manager (PMP certification) to get a job as a PM.

Question: How can a project manager build and manage a successful project team? How can a project manager build and manage a successful project team?

Answer: You actually expect a rational answer to a question covering such a broad subject? Go to a seminar. Better yet go to college and study business. That is where you learn about the basics of project dynamics and workforce teams.

Question: What is average annual salary of International Project Manager at Microsoft Dublin? I am from India and I wish to work for Microsoft Dublin as International Project Manager. Can some one please help me in knowing annual salary for this position?

Answer: These corporations always look for specialists to lead and work for their own or client's project. Often salary and perks are not at all a bar for the right person. Search thoroughly before you put your resume. If it suits you! .... More help! Login

Question: What is the "proper and business" way to translate the job title Project Manager to Spanish? I would like to add this to my business card by translating my title, Project Manager, from English to Spanish. I am getting all kinds of answers from translating site, ie, Director, Jefe, those just do not sound quite right. Thanks.

Answer: Director de Proyecto. This is the correct translation, as I work for a bilingual corporation, and this is the job title translation.

Question: Is working in a Project Management Office a stepping stone to becoming a Project Manager? What are the routes to becoming a Project Manager?

Answer: I think it would be a good place to start. There are many helpful resources available online, like eBooks that you can get with free and simple registration at http://www.internet.com/ebook Titles right now include: - Becoming a Better Project Manager - Mastering Project Portfolio Management - In Search of the Holy Grail for Projects - Getting Started in Project Portfolio Management - Guide to Building a Project Management Office Good luck!

Question: Where can I get a project manager certification? I'd like to become a Project Manager Professional (PMP) and if I understand it correctly, I need to get a certification to get this title. I was wondering if anyone knew of any PMP programs out there online or at any colleges in or around the Bay Area.

Answer: There are plenty of programs in your area. If you contact the Project Management Institute , San francisco Bay Chapter, you can get all the classes and test schedules. Here's their website: http://www.pmi-sfbac.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=6

Question: What are the best criteria to be a software project manager? What are the best criteria to be a software project manager?

Answer: Common sense People skills Tenacity

Question: What is worth more - completing a Marketing MA or moving to China to become a project manager? What is worth more - completing an MA or moving to China to become a project manager? During the last 3 years, I have worked to get a master at marketing but while working at the same time. The result is I had a job offer to project manage with my company in Beijing. It's really a great opportunity as I started with the company two years ago at entry level. However my university won't defer my thesis any longer and wants it by the years end. Should I reject the job or the masters?

Answer: Talk to the job offering company and sort it out. Usually they can wait. I'd say the degree really matters. Even if they cannot save the job for you, I'm sure you can find another job with your fine degree, especially in Beijing.

Question: What does a project manager position at Three Stars Inc. entail? I'm submitting my resume for a project manager position, and was wondering if anyone had any information on the specific position at the company so I could tailor my cover letter and resume to best reflect my experience for this position. Thank you.

Answer: This is what I found on their website: - Work with current staff of programmers to plan and execute projects in a timely manner. - Work with programmers to understand and overcome technical difficulties. - Gauge deadlines and make accurate assessments on timelines from multiple people working on specific projects. - Will specialize in effective communication, verbal and written. - Recruitment, training and management of programming staff. - Monitor activity, analyze performance, identify areas for improvement and recommend ways to increase affiliate-generated revenues. - Represent Three Stars as necessary via virtual seminars, participating in workshops and conferences, participating in tours, participating in community outreach and creating press releases and related articles as requested. - Act as a liaison between programmers and management, maintaining integrity and positive relationships. - Ability to familiarize yourself with our company’s goals and procedures; willing to contribute to multiple departments

Question: IS the role of Project Manager required in order to meet the experience requirement for the PMP exam? First the REQUIREMENT: Category 2: Without a baccalaureate degree PMP candidates must: 1. Document at least five calendar years experience in project management (within the past eight years), including at least 7,500 hours experience within the five recognized project management process groups. Could this include working as a Team Lead / Software lead where I was directing team members and executing project tasks while working under a project manager?

Answer: You do not need the title "Project Manager" if that is what you are asking. There are several different titles for similar work depending on where you work. As long as you have documented work leading projects you should be fine.

Question: Write a letter of inquiry to the Project Manager to show your interest and ask about the facilities they offer? Q1: You have seen an advertisement of a new housing society. You are interested to buy a house for your family. Write a letter of inquiry to the Project Manager to show your interest and ask about the facilities they offer regarding purchasing and residing.

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Question: What would be Job descriptions for "Project Manager on Voluntary basis? Hi, I'm looking for job and duties description for job "project manager on voluntary basis" in one NGO. What do you think, a voluntary project manager duties, jobs and roles in one NGO? Thanks as advance.

Answer: I don't think there is a lot difference in the job and duties description for volunteer than for a paid employee. What makes you think there is a difference. The only thing I'd leave off if I was writing the job description would be the compensation statement.

Question: how to write an email reminder to Project manager? I wrote a mail to my previous manager asking about an open position in her project. She said she is checking and will let me know. Now it is more than a week and I want to send her an reminder e-mail as I know managers can be quite busy and things can slip off their mind. How should I write an reminder email? I would appreciate if anyone can help me with a sample. Thanks!

Answer: Write it the same way you would a business letter. Address her by her title. Say something like: I inquired about an open position in which I am interested in about two weeks ago, and am wondering if it is still open, and if so, if you have decided whether or not I could fill it? I am most anxious to receive your reply. Sincerely, Your name

Question: How does one become a Project Manager? In Computer Science field, how does one become a Project Manager? I am in my final year in a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, what should I do or study to become a Project Manager?

Answer: What I would suggest is start documenting the projects that you have in your life. Start to utilize project planning techniques for things like your graduation party, a spring break trip, etc... By integrating these concepts into your everyday life you will become much more solid with these techniques. Find a local service group to be involved with. One of my favorites to learn project management skills is the Jaycees organization (www.jaycees.org). Offer to lead projects and teach others the skills that you utilize. Next, start to connect with a professional project management community such as the Project Management Institute (www.pmi.org). Finally, participate in formal study of Project Management and pursue a certification such as the Project+ from CompTIA, CAPM or PMP from PMI.

Question: Does PMP exam Need 3 years of work as a project manager or it is acceptable to work as project control stuff? Does PMP exam Need 3 years of work exactly as a project manager or it is acceptable to work as a project control team member?

Answer: You don't have to be a project manager for 3 years. If you are a project manager for 3 years, thats good. You can be just a team member of the project.

Question: What activities does a Project Manager do on a daily basis? What activities does a Project Manager do on a daily basis?

Answer: Responsible for the coordination and completion of projects. Oversees all aspects of projects. Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors and summarizes progress of project. Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of project. May require a bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department.

Question: Is it possible for a project manager to work all hours of the day and night? Is it possible for a project manager to work all hours of the day and night?

Answer: I would think that any good project manager has to work all hours of the day or night

Question: What is the vision for the company as a Project Manager ? What is your vision as a Project Manager of a Company ?

Answer: Depending on the size of the company, the Project Manager is usually multitasking by overseeing several projects at once: a) Are they are schedule? b) Are they on budget? c) Personnel conflicts getting in the way? d) Do they need a material/information? e) Does marketing need a voice in the design/function? f) Will this impact others - competitors/neighbors/retailers in a way that needs thinking through. g) Are there licenses or other governmental inputs required. h) What/where will this be sited? i) Is there a completion date for public relations? j) What kind of reporting does my supervisor want/need? How soon/serious does a problem become before I report it? k) Am I using my assistant/assistance effectively? l) Am I leaving an adequate paper trail. Should start you off.

Question: Can I find a good job with a project management degree even if I dont want to be a project manager?!? The degree would be a BAS in Project and Aquisitions management with a special emphasis in Training and Development/Human Resources. My question is can I find a good job with that degree without actually having to be a project manager. I basically just want a business degree and this is the closest thing to it offered at my college.

Answer: You need to ask yourself what you want to do. A business degree is a very broad, vague degree. There are many rewarding positions available in T&D and HR.

Question: can you be terminated for a call made to a project manager about a supervisor? I had made a call to the project manager to complain about my supervisor, and I was terminated by that supervisor because of that call . I feel I had done nothing wrong and because he felt I went over his head I was Fired and black balled by him. Can he do this?

Answer: Yes unless there are employment contracts to the difference. Good reason to keep your mouth shut.

Question: Have someone any idea what the salary is of a beginning project manager? I like to work in UAE, but i'd like to know what the salary is of a junior project manager. Thank you

Answer: Your salary will depend on: 1. your nationality 2. your experience and education 3. the field you work in 4. the company you work for Without knowing these facts it's not possible to give you a proper answer. Sorry. Check out living costs in the UAE on the net (there are hundreds of answers on Y/A), look online for a suitable job and compare the offer with your current situation. Good luck! Take care.