Roles and tasks of the Project Manager
Project Managers are key agents in the achievement of an organisation's objectives. Their role is to develop and implement projects, managing budgets and resources, and ensuring that deadlines are met. These professionals have a variety of skills at their disposal to carry out their role effectively. Here is a list of the main roles and tasks of a Project Manager:
- Define the project objectives and requirements and determine the steps to be taken to achieve these objectives.
- Plan the project and monitor the implementation of the various activities.
- Manage and control the project budget and expenditure.
- Identifying and resolving project problems and challenges.
- Establish positive and productive relationships with project partners.
- Supervise and motivate the project team.
- Ensure that the project complies with current standards and regulations.
- Evaluate the performance and quality of the project team and make changes if necessary.
- Develop accurate and detailed reports on the progress and results of the project.
Project Managers must be able to manage complex and diverse projects. They must be organised, disciplined and persistent to ensure the success of the project. Finally, they must be able to make quick, sound decisions and communicate effectively with the various stakeholders.
Salary and career development of Project Managers
Project Managers are qualified professionals in the field of project management who contribute to the achievement of various objectives and the realisation of complex projects. Project manager salaries vary according to experience and level of expertise. Changes in gross annual salary in France per year of experience for a Project Manager:
- 0 to 2 years: between €35,000 and €45,000
- 2 to 5 years: between €45,000 and €75,000
- 5 to 10 years: between 75,000 and 120,000 euros
- 10 to 15 years: between 120,000 and 150,000 euros
- Over 15 years: between 150,000 and 250,000 euros
As well as an attractive salary, Project Managers can also benefit from interesting career development prospects. Here are some possible career development opportunities for Project Managers:
- Group manager
- Project Director
- Head of innovation and development
- Product manager
- Operations Director
