Project Manager
A Project Manager works on specific projects that have schedules, timelines and budgets. They are responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the completion of specific projects for an organization while ensuring these projects are completed on schedule.
Soft Skills
Negotiation
Scheduling
Cost Control
Risk Management
Contract Management
Critical Thinking
Communication
Leadership
Business Case Writing
Meetings Management
Quality Management
Task Management
Coaching
Project Recovery
Tech Savvy
Quick
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Pros
There is a constant involvement in creating something new, as there are rarely two similar projects
You get to interact with people from diverse backgrounds
The self-satisfaction at the end of the project when looking back at the final product of your hard work
You get an opportunity to make the team stronger
The income of project managers is great
If you are someone that thrives on planning and delegating tasks, then you will thoroughly enjoy this job
Cons
You have to be flexible in order to accommodate the variables of your job; this industry is rife with unpredictability
If you need long-term consistency, this may be difficult to work with. As a project manager, you will see jobs come and go
You will be held fully accountable without the proper level of authority
There is always a feeling of uncertainty while completing a project
You have to constantly learn new things as no projects are the same