HR Project

B165 Introduction to Human Resource Management

HRM Project - Executive Summary

Johnetta Farmah

10/28/13

Rasmussen College: Derek Porter

The purpose of project management is to anticipate or predict as many dangers and problems as possible; and to plan, organize and control activities so that the project is completed as successfully as possible in spite of all the risks. The ever-present element of risk and uncertainty means that events and tasks leading to completion can never be foretold with absolute accuracy. For some complex or advanced projects, even the possibility of successful completion might be of serious doubt. Project management has developed over the years, and involves various activities before a project is completed. Objectives should be specific so they are measurable, and although there may be one major project objective, there may be minor objectives throughout the project. (Gary Picariello, 2013)

Five ways in which project manager can benefit the organization.

· A project manager can improved and coherent control and address issues of linking business strategy, organizational change and project delivery by establishing clear sets of accountabilities and responsibilities that cover not only the projects and the control structure but also ensure that there is clear ownership and accountability for delivering.

· Project manager provides a “roadmap” that is easily followed that leads to project completion.

· Having a project manager enhance success in delivering services: The same strategies that allowed you to successfully complete one project will serve you many times over.

· Improved / Increased / Enhanced Customer Satisfaction: by completing a project on time and under budget, thus enabling client/manager relationship to continue.

· Better Flexibility: Perhaps one of the greatest benefits of project management is that it allows flexibility.

Responsibilities in general and job requirements for project management position: First mile stone of a Project: • Preparing and defining the project scope of work, financial plan, its goals and deliverables. • Assigning responsibilities. • Identifying the resources’ requirement.

During the project – Leading full-scale of project plans and executions: • Managing all aspects of the project business plan and budget. • Leading the operational, financial and technological aspects of projects based on timelines and work plans. • Coordinating directly and indirectly with project staff to ensure successful completion of the project – Directing, supervising, supporting and coordinating the project team members/staff. • Managing the design of the project documents to monitor project performance and data stored. • Resolving and tracing critical issues to minimize project risk factors.

End of Project: • Ensuring that the financial issues finalized. • Coordinating the lesson learned process. • Followed up with clients to verify satisfaction.

Some of the key Skills required for a Project Manager role • Ability to initiate/manage cross-functional teams and multi-disciplinary projects. • Possesses Critical thinking, decision-making and problem solving skills. • Planning and organizing, excellent Personal Communication skills. • Leadership: Influencing, negotiating and delegating abilities, Adaptability. • Tolerant to stressed situations. (Miller, n.d.)

References

Gary Picariello, G. (2013, April 19). Bright Hub. Retrieved from http://www.brighthubpm.com/project-planning/2350-the-top-ten-benefits-of-project-management/

Miller, B. (n.d.). Projectsmart. Retrieved October 25, 2013, from http://www.projectsmart.co.uk/purpose-of-project-management-and-setting-objectives.html