Project Management Online Guide
Basic Responsibilities
Position	Project Manager
General Responsibilities	· The Project Manager follows the project management process and applies specialized knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to carry out the Project Sponsor’s direction through project completion. A Project Manager has the following responsibilities:
To the Project Sponsor	· Come to a mutual understanding of the Project Work Plan (including Scope, Schedule, Budget, and other primary elements of the project) to obtain the endorsement of the Project Sponsor. · Communicate project progress using appropriate project status reports and meetings. · Identify when Project Sponsor endorsement will be required throughout the project. · Communicate any significant changes in scope, schedule, budget, or customer satisfaction, during the project. · Deliver the project in accordance with the endorsed Work Plan, including schedule and budget.
To the Project Customers	· Understand the Customer needs and expectations (Listen). · Communicate progress to Customers (Keep them informed). · Communicate change and provide options to gain endorsement of preferred choices. · Deliver the project in accordance with the endorsed Project Work Plan. · Solicit and incorporate customer feedback in Project Closure.
To the Project Team Members	· Provide leadership and management. · Be an advocate for the team. · Obtain team endorsement on the Project Work Plan, and major changes. · Facilitate internal and external communication. · Manage changes in scope, schedule and budget. · Initiate and manage ongoing team building. · Mentor team members in project management.
To other Project Managers	· Mentor each other by sharing experiences and knowledge. · Encourage each other to achieve project management excellence. · Share resources when appropriate. · Coordinate Project Work Plans.