A project manager is someone employed to oversee project of a wide variety and, therefore, need to be extremely organised, personable and have a keen attention to detail. The role is prominent within the construction, arts and IT industries, where specific projects are undertaken over a period of time with set goals and budgetary requirements to be fulfilled.
The primary aim of a project manager is to ensure that the client’s needs and requirements are adhered to and that the overall project is completed in a timely manner. It is also the job holder’s responsibility to ensure the project does not go over budget. This role requires a high level of communication skills to deal with multiple contractors, workers and clients and an calm disposition under pressure
Some of the day-to-day responsibilities of a person employed in this role include liaising with a range of professionals that are employed on the project, providing independent and professional advice to clients, as well as keeping track of standards, accounting and safety checks.
A project manager holds a senior role in their industry and will always have many years of experience in their chosen field. Some of the more successful job holders earn in excess of £80,000 a year.

1. Be able to efficiently communicate, both orally and written
2. Be able to successfully and productively resolve problems
3. Be able to execute unassailable business and financial skills
4. Be exceptionally detail oriented and technically minded
5. Be able to responsibly lead a team
6. Be able to efficiently utilize different computer and communication software applications and hardware
7. Be able to successfully manage time, plans, projects and other related tasks
8. Be able to adequately function in a high expectancy and demand position
9. Be able to continuously meet targets and surpass expectations
10. Be extremely proficient and knowledgeable

Project managers should hold at least a first degree and have several years working experience in a management position.  Suitable experience includes working in positions or fields that require project management such as accounting, engineering, construction, management, or business. Many institutions offer programs or certifications at the master’s level in project management. Some students matriculate, to these masters program, with either a suitable degree or relevant job experience.
Project managers often receive on the job training from senior colleagues or study part time. They should join Project Management associations and professional bodies so that they are current with industry practices and events. As these managers, work with data and numbers, they are required to be good at finance, economics, and statistics. Keen knowledge of various project management applications, such as Microsoft Project is also required.