A variety of skills are needed to manage an undertaking effectively.
The planning of the team, work, activities, and resources to complete the project.
Communication of the project plan with project team members and other stakeholders.
Estimating and budgeting the time, cost and quality that is required to meet objectives of the project.
Scheduling and altering the project's timeline to account for any issues or changes in scope.
Documenting the project's results, evaluating the effectiveness of the project and planning the transition to the next project.
Determining the project's responsibilities and assigning each task to a member of the team.
Breaking large, overwhelming projects down into smaller tasks that are easier to manage and milestones.
Utilizing tools like Gantt chart and a work breakdown structure (WBS) to create a visual timeline, plan out tasks or schedules, as well as to adjust schedules and connect tasks.
Collaboration with different team members and stakeholders to know their needs, concerns and expectations.
Create a vision that is shared, and a communication plan, to ensure that all team members are aware of the goals of the project and how they align with the company's goals. They must also be aware of their contribution to achieving these goals.
Ensuring all project team members and other stakeholders are fully involved throughout the project, from planning to completion.
Ensure that all aspects of the project, including deliverables, communications, and risk management are documented and archived for future reference.
Once the project has been completed an effective project manager monitors any outstanding invoices, and schedules an end-of-project meeting to discuss the project's success, or to highlight ways in which similar projects could be improved.