Interview with Project Manager

I am a consulting project manager and have been working in the IT industry as a PM for about 8 years. I am a certified Project Management Professional and obtained my certification in March of 2005.

My job entails going into a company or organization on a contract and managing a software project. This often entails managing employees of the organization, as well as contracted workers. Many casual observers are not aware of the day to day tasks of a project manager. On the surface, project management looks easy. However, it is anything but easy. The PM keeps the project on track and answers to the stakeholders, such as upper management and the departments that will utilize the software, once deployed. Continue Reading

Lead Entry-Level Project Manager and We Will Follow

A well-oiled machine, we hear that cliché all the time, people always want something or other to run like a well-oiled machine. In the working world, the person that makes sure that everything is well oiled and functioning is the project manager. It is not only this person’s job, but also this person responsibility and duty to make sure that all the other factions are doing exactly what they are supposed to be doing—and in an efficient and effective manner. The project manager is a multitasker to the fullest extent of the word; everyone’s task is a priority of the project manager. This person has the ability to ask questions, resolve problems and, most importantly, think on their feet.
A creative personality would thrive in this type of environment! A person who is not afraid to take action, tell people what they think, can always see a way to make an assignment better. The project manager provides the oil for the well-oiled machine and his or her consistent input and support makes the machine run to the best of its ability.
As in all things, there is also a potential downside. The project manager may man the machine, but when things go awry the project manager takes the brunt of the criticism. Just as it is the project manager who sees projects to fruition, it is also the project manager the boss will question and probe when a certain project fails or does not develop as planned. You will take responsibility and lead through the good and the bad, and if you are ready for such a job then get started at the entry-level. Have fun, learn new things and find that entry-level project manager job!!
What Will You Do??
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Project_management
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Project_manager
Training:
http://www.pmi.org/info/PDC_CAPM.asp
http://www.4pm.com/
http://www.projectmanagement.com/
Jobs:
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bus/203880762.html
http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?IPath=OCCG&job_did=J3F7J377JWW6VG976DH
http://www.job-ad-venture.com/Job.cfm/235957
http://www.certmag.com/articles/templates/cmag_department.asp?articleid=874&zoneid=63
Project Manager Community:
http://www.gantthead.com/discussions/discussionsTopicContainer.cfm?ID=831