Project manager

Project manager

Project managers oversee projects and project teams. They manage the planning, resources, schedule, administration and budget of projects.

Also known as

ICT project manager, construction project manager, engineering project manager, joinery manager

AUT programmes

Work environment

  • Usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours
  • Usually work in offices, and may travel locally and nationally
  • Need to be organised, communicate well and lead others

Typical tasks

  • Estimate costs for projects
  • Manage project budgets
  • Make sure projects stays on schedule
  • Manage resources, buying and supply for projects
  • Talk to clients and suppliers
  • Manage relationships with clients and suppliers
  • Lead project planning and review meetings
  • Manage project teams
  • Recruit project staff
  • Write reports on projects

Salary information

$59K-$189K
LowerMost commonUpper
$59K$74K-$139K$189K

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