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Are you a well-organized individual who likes to keep things on schedule and achieve specific goals and milestones? If you are, you should explore the possibility of a career as a project manager. Project managers are responsible for overseeing all aspects of a project and guiding said project towards the company's goals and vision.

what do project manager jobs entail?

You will be responsible for the projects assigned to you, from budgetary aspects to resource designation. You will monitor the progress of your projects to ensure they remain on course to meet organizational goals and keep stakeholders informed about progress.

what is a typical work schedule for project managers

Your hours as a project manager will be the standard 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday schedule of most office-based jobs. However, project managers often work late, work weekends, and take their work home with them. Much depends on the size and scope of the project, but you will be responsible for the success of your projects, and that often means a strong desire to see that success realized, even if it means staying at the office until 8 pm some nights.

what are the pros of project manager jobs?

• Job satisfaction: As a project manager, you will be responsible for overseeing projects from the beginning to the end, which can be immensely satisfying when things go well.
• Interact with a lot of new and different people: During your work, you will interact with a lot of people, from your team to other people at your organization, as well as others you will need to deal with, such as suppliers, advertisers, and other companies.
• Hone leadership skills: Project managers are in charge of all aspects of the project, which means a good deal of decision-making and delegation. If you are looking to move into more senior leadership positions, being a project manager will provide invaluable experience.
• Bring direct value to your organization: You will be in a position to bring direct and quantifiable value to your organization - something quite rare in large, complex operations.

what are the cons of project manager jobs?

• Responsibility and accountability: While you are gaining invaluable leadership experience, it's worth remembering that leadership comes at a cost. You will be responsible for the projects you run, which means you'll be accountable if things go wrong.
• Relatively stressful job: The pressure of making sure things stay on track can be incredibly stressful. If you are not the kind of person who handles this kind of stress well, you may find work as a project manager a tough challenge.
• Can involve long hours: While project managers often find themselves working long hours by choice, the fact remains that working late is a common aspect of this role. If you need stable hours and want to keep your evenings and weekends to yourself, this may not be the job for you.
• Work may seem unachievable at times: The precise nature of the projects you manage will depend on the type of company you are working for, but managing larger and more complex projects can often feel like herding cats, as you will need to keep tabs on many different people, departments, and external organizations

what are common project manager interview questions?

It is impossible to plan out an entire interview as every interviewer will have their own set of questions. However, you can plan for some more common open-ended questions, as these are the trickiest to answer well. Here are some of those questions:

• What can you tell us about yourself? Questions like this are very open, and it can be tempting to start talking aimlessly about your interests and hobbies. Make sure you stay on track by limiting your answers to things that highlight your suitability for the job.
•  What are your strengths and weaknesses? It's important not to go overboard in the effort to make yourself sound like a good prospect. In particular, be honest about your weaknesses, but also show how you are handling them.
• A scenario: This isn't a question, but your interviewer may pose a scenario to you and ask you how you would react. Remember, project management involves a lot of moving parts, and you will need to be good at problem-solving.

project manager resume and cover letter requirements

In your cover letter, you should look to expand on any key elements you will be including in your resume. Examples of this might include any awards you have won in your employment or academic career or notable projects you have managed in the past. As for the resume itself, you will want to include the following information;

• Name and contact information
• Brief summary of experience/skills
• Employment history
• Education/qualifications
• Awards/certifications
• Examples of accomplishments
• Significant past projects you've worked on
• Work-related skills

what is the job outlook for project managers?

The outlook for project managers is very positive on many fronts. Firstly, it is a career whose demand is predicted to outstrip the available workers over the next ten years. That means there are more likely to be project manager jobs available, and those jobs are also likely to have less competition. It also has good prospects in the sense that a successful period as a project manager on your resume will serve you well if you want to move on to more senior leadership positions and even executive roles.

what are the different types of project manager jobs?

There are many different types of project manager, and it would be impractical to list every single one here, but the following types cover most of the project manager jobs you are likely to encounter when searching;

• Marketing project manager: As a marketing project manager, you will be responsible for planning and executing marketing campaigns, including managing budgets and monitoring performance metrics. You will also be responsible for making adjustments to the project based on those metrics.
• Construction project manager: If you become a construction project manager, you will oversee construction projects that can range from small buildings to skyscrapers, stadiums, and bridges. You will collaborate with subcontractors, manage budgets, and even get a little hands-on.
• Systems project manager: Systems project managers handle high-value networking projects, from overseeing the design stages to the practical running of systems.
• Architectural project manager: If you decide to become an architectural project manager, you will lead architectural projects, collaborating with construction project managers to ensure the project is ultimately a success. You will also be responsible for procuring construction bids and negotiating contracts.
• IT project manager: IT project managers are responsible for overseeing an organization's IT department and ensuring an organization's IT goals are realized.
• Engineering project manager: Engineering project managers can work in various industries but have similar responsibilities. These responsibilities include leading research and development projects and proposing staffing, equipment, and budget needs.
• Electrical project manager: As an electrical project manager, you will oversee large (usually commercial) electrical projects, including managing staff, keeping track of resources, and overseeing maintenance.
• Senior project manager: Senior project managers oversee multiple projects across their organization. As a senior project manager, you will need to have exceptional management skills, as well as in-depth knowledge of your industry.

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what is the average salary for a project manager?

The role of a project manager is a financially rewarding one, with the average project manager salary sitting somewhere in the region of $80,000 per year. This is based on an hourly rate of $43 and puts it comfortably higher than the national average salary in Canada. More entry-level positions should expect to earn at least $64,000 per year, while the most experienced project managers can earn as much as $125,000 per year.

average project manager salaries in canada

• annual: $82,560
• monthly: $6,880
• weekly: $1,720
• hourly: $43

Top paying areas for project managers in Canada include: Nunavut, Ontario, and Alberta.

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what are the duties and responsibilities of project managers?

Your specific duties as a project manager will vary depending on the specific type of project manager you are and, to a lesser extent, the industry you are working in. That being said, there are some responsibilities that are common across all variations of this role. These include:

• Developing project plans: Being the manager of the project, you will be involved in every stage of it, including the development phase. This will include presenting detailed plans to the relevant people in your organization, as well as being able to properly articulate the plan to the people who will be executing it.
• Monitoring project performance: Things rarely go exactly to plan, especially when the plan involves a lot of moving parts and many different people and departments. Part of your responsibilities will involve monitoring the performance of the project so that you can make changes to compensate for things not going to plan.
• Meeting with top management: A project manager is often quite high up the pecking order, but there are still more senior people who will need to be kept up to date with how things are proceeding. You will need to be able to put that information across.
• Dealing with problems as they emerge: Monitoring the project in order to make changes based on results has been mentioned, but there will always be a possibility of major problems. Whether it's staffing problems, issues with suppliers, or any number of other issues, you will have to be ready to solve the problems that threaten to derail your project.

where do project managers typically work?

The workplace of a project manager is almost entirely dependent on the type of project manager they are and the industry they are working in. You will almost always find yourself working primarily from an office, meaning climate-controlled rooms and most of your time spent at a desk. However, the location and type of office can vary. For example, a construction project manager may be working out of a temporary office cabin on-site, whereas an IT project manager will likely be working in more permanent offices in the organization's buildings.

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what skills and competencies do project managers need?

• As with your duties and responsibilities, the skills and competencies you need as a project manager can differ significantly depending on the type of project manager and your organization's industry. But, as with duties, there are some skills that will be needed regardless of the project manager role. These include:
• Excellent organizational skills: Being a project manager invariably requires you to keep a lot of plates spinning at any given time, and that will be nearly impossible without good organizational skills.
• Good communication: Communication skills will be essential in this line of work, as you will be dealing with everyone from your own staff to contractors and other organizations, not to mention your bosses.
• Problem-solving: You will need to be able to handle problems as they emerge, and the best solutions to those problems may not be straightforward. Having strong problem-solving skills will certainly serve you well in this profession.
• Technical knowledge: There is no avoiding the fact that you will need to have good knowledge of your professional area. For instance, an IT project manager will not be able to do their job without a solid knowledge base in computer systems. It is the same for other types of project managers.
• The ability to interpret data: The success of some projects will be more nuanced than others and will require an ability to interpret the raw data coming in to determine if things are on course to meet your goals.

what training and certifications do project managers need?

Project managers are quite senior in an organization. Therefore, the entry-level requirements are higher than many other management professions. You will likely need at least a bachelor's degree in a related subject (computer science for IT project manager, for example), as well as 5-8 years of experience in related professions, including a good deal of management experience.

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