A project manager's primary responsibility is to plan and manage a project from start to finish. This involves a variety of tasks, including:
- PlanningDefining the project's scope, objectives, and deliverables. This includes creating a project plan that outlines tasks, schedules, budgets, resources, and milestones.
- Managing resourcesNegotiating with vendors and other team leaders to ensure adequate resources are available. This includes managing staffing and other resource needs.
- CommunicatingCommunicating with stakeholders to ensure expectations are managed and relationships are productive.