Friday, June 4, 2010

Characteristics of a Good IT Project Manager

Personal Characteristics


Is technically qualified

Is a decision maker

Is honest and creates a relaxed atmosphere

Possesses the art of saying no without offending others

Believes in managing time and people.

Project-Related Characteristics

Achieves the objectives and goals of the project within the established schedule, budget, and procedures

Develops IT projects on budget and on time to the complete satisfaction of the users

Has experience in related or similar projects

Can control project outcomes by measuring and evaluating performance against established objectives and standards

Develops and executes contingency plans to meet unforeseen circumstances and problems

Develops and implements decisions relating to planning

Is willing to redefine goals, responsibilities, and schedules as necessary to get the project back on track in case the schedule slips or the project is over budget

Establishes and meets real priorities and deadlines

Believes in good planning to reduce pressure and stress and increase productivity

Establishes long-term and short-term planning

Team-Related Characteristics


Has good communication and managerial skills

Is able to plan, organize, lead, motivate, and delegate proper responsibilities to team members

Respects team members and has their confidence and respect

Shares success with the team members

Selects the right person for the right job

Shows appreciation to good workers

Gets others in the organization to accept his or her ideas and carry out his or her plans

Delegates duties and maintains control

Believes in professionally training people for their delegated jobs

Considers himself or herself as a part of the team

Creates structured discipline

Recognizes individual differences and takes advantage of individual strengths

Provides work that stimulates a feeling of personal respect and professional growth

Allows sufficient time for ideas to develop and mature

Allows free time and encourages openness

Understands the team members and creates effective communication

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