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Data collection is currently underway to populate other parts of the profile. Analyze and coordinate the schedule, timeline, procurement, staffing, and budget of a product or service on a per project basis. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. May serve as a point of contact for the client or customer. Summary Details More Custom Easy Read Veterans Español Custom Easy Read Veterans Español See the easy-read overview for Project Management Specialists at My Next Move You will be leaving O*NET OnLine to visit our sister site My Next Move. You can return by using the Back button in your browser, or by choosing “O*NET OnLine” from the O*NET Sites menu at the bottom of any page in My Next Move. Yes, let’s go No, stay here Don’t ask again this session See the easy-read overview for Project Management Specialists at My Next Move for Veterans You will be leaving O*NET OnLine to visit our sister site My Next Move for Veterans. 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Sí, vamos No, quédate aquí No preguntar de nuevo para esta sesión Contents Occupation-Specific Information Overview Tasks Occupational Requirements Detailed Work Activities Experience Requirements Job Zone Training & Credentials Apprenticeship Worker Requirements Software Skills Worker Characteristics Interests Work Styles Workforce Characteristics Wages & Employment Job Openings More Information Related Occupations Professional Associations Occupation-Specific Information Tasks 5 ofAll 20 displayed (Show allShow top 5) Assign duties or responsibilities to project personnel. Related occupations Communicate with key stakeholders to determine project requirements and objectives. Related occupations Confer with project personnel to identify and resolve problems. Related occupations Create project status presentations for delivery to customers or project personnel. Related occupations Develop or update project plans including information such as objectives, technologies, schedules, funding, and staffing. Related occupations Identify project needs such as resources, staff, or finances by reviewing project objectives and schedules. Related occupations Identify, review, or select vendors or consultants to meet project needs. Related occupations Monitor costs incurred by project staff to identify budget issues. Related occupations Monitor project milestones and deliverables. Related occupations Monitor the performance of project team members to provide performance feedback. Related occupations Negotiate with project stakeholders or suppliers to obtain resources or materials. Related occupations Plan, schedule, or coordinate project activities to meet deadlines. Related occupations Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports. Related occupations Produce and distribute project documents. Related occupations Propose, review, or approve modifications to project plans. Related occupations Recruit or hire project personnel. Related occupations Report project status, such as budget, resources, technical issues, or customer satisfaction, to managers. Related occupations Request and review project updates to ensure deadlines are met. Related occupations Schedule or facilitate project meetings. Related occupations Submit project deliverables to clients, ensuring adherence to quality standards. Related occupations Find occupations related to multiple tasks back to top Occupational Requirements Detailed Work Activities 5 ofAll 19 displayed (Show allShow top 5) Develop detailed project plans. Related occupations Manage information technology projects or system activities. Related occupations Participate in staffing decisions. Related occupations Assign duties or work schedules to employees. Related occupations Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues. Related occupations Coordinate resource procurement activities. Related occupations Develop operating strategies, plans, or procedures. Related occupations Discuss business strategies, practices, or policies with managers. Related occupations Gather organizational performance information. Related occupations Manage construction activities. Related occupations Manage operations, research, or logistics projects. Related occupations Monitor flow of cash or other resources. Related occupations Prepare financial documents, reports, or budgets. Related occupations Prepare operational reports or records. Related occupations Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations. Related occupations Present work to clients for approval. Related occupations Report information to managers or other personnel. Related occupations Select resources needed to accomplish tasks. Related occupations Supervise information technology personnel. Related occupations Find occupations related to multiple detailed work activities back to top Experience Requirements Job Zone Title Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed Education Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. Related Experience A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified. Job Training Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training. Job Zone Examples Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, conservation scientists, art directors, and cost estimators. SVP Range (7.0 to < 8.0) back to top Training & Credentials State training Select a State Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming American Samoa Guam Northern Mariana Islands Puerto Rico Virgin Islands Go Local training ZIP Code Go Certifications Find certifications nationwide State licenses Select a State Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming American Samoa Guam Northern Mariana Islands Puerto Rico Virgin Islands Go back to top Apprenticeship Opportunities All 1 displayed Example apprenticeship titles for this occupation: Project Manager Specific title(s) listed above are vetted by industry and approved by the U.S. Department of Labor for use in a Registered Apprenticeship Program. 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