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This paper is an update of a paper
prepared for the June 2002 IPMA Conference in Berlin. It contains content from
various training materials developed for the World Bank. The current paper is
copyright to Robert Youker, © 2007.
Published here January 2008.
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Document #2: The Project Manager's Duties
The purpose of this document is to show how to implement the project within budget and according to project specifications, project schedule, and organizational policy and procedures.
Organization and Staffing
- Set up and manage the project implementation unit
- Build Teamwork
- Coordinate across the matrix
- Work with other departments
- Establish procedures
- Arrange training
- Provide administrative services
Objective and Plans
- Define and clarify objectives and specifications
- Develop plans and schedules; define and approve all changes in plans and scope
- Arrange resources
- Approve technical design decisions
Procurement
- Organize procurement; award contracts
- Recruit and hire consultants
- Supervise consultants and construction
Management
- Be responsible for management of all aspects of the project
- Lead and motivate the project team
- Manage human relationships
- Manage staff and resolve conflicts
- Cope with risks
- Maintain quality control
Management Information Systems
- Prepare budgets and financial reports
- Hold staff meetings and project reviews
- Monitor and control actual vs. plan
- Submit periodic reports to top management
- Maintain project files
Other
- Handle public and customer relations
- Travel to the field
- Work with stakeholders
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Modules
10-12 
