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What is the purpose of the Project Description section in a Project Orientation Package?

  • To summarize the project's management structure
  • To describe the project and its purpose (correct)
  • To identify the main project stakeholders
  • To list the contact information of project members

Which of the following is included in the Project Stakeholders section?

  • The identification of the client and project manager (correct)
  • Future project timelines
  • The project budget details
  • A list of project personnel

What is the purpose of the Project Contact List?

  • To summarize project timelines
  • To promote communication and identify decision makers (correct)
  • To define project goals and objectives
  • To outline environmental procedures

What kind of information does the Confidentiality Statement address?

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Which section outlines how time is tracked and progress is reported?

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Why is it important to understand the Project Management Structure?

<p>To understand how individual sections fit into the overall project (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of projects may utilize the Project Administrative Procedures section?

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What is the main focus of the Project Orientation Package?

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What is the primary responsibility of a project manager?

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What does delegation mean in the context of project management?

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Which of the following is NOT a step in team member selection?

<p>Select members based on their contributions to previous projects (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario can 'borrowing' team members be beneficial?

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What is a critical rule in team member selection?

<p>Select team members that possess the necessary skills for completing tasks effectively (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a situation where borrowing team members may NOT work out well?

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Why is it important to identify the budget available for labor during team member selection?

<p>To effectively match the available resources with project task requirements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be ensured among all project managers and team members when borrowing team members?

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What is one primary purpose of the Project Orientation Package (POP)?

<p>To introduce team members to each other (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which event is the POP used for introducing team members?

<p>Project kick-off meeting (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should team members ensure to bring to the midterm exam?

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What is a key instruction given for taking the midterm exam?

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How long is the duration for the midterm exam?

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What technology requirement is emphasized for taking the midterm exam?

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Which of the following statements about the midterm exam is true?

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What is not required for the midterm exam?

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What is a major consideration for a project that includes field work?

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Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider for equipment in field work?

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What should be included in the project schedule concerning safety?

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What types of training might be required for field staff?

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Why might it be challenging to coordinate a new project team member?

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Why is drug and alcohol testing relevant in field work projects?

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What critical aspect must be captured concerning wildlife in field work?

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When managing field work projects, what is a significant scheduling concern?

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What is the primary role of coordination in project management?

<p>To guarantee the availability of resources throughout the project (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key consideration when selecting team members for a project?

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What is a Project Orientation Package primarily used for?

<p>To ensure team members understand project objectives and responsibilities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In environmental project management, when should coordination ideally occur?

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Who is generally responsible for ensuring the project team has the correct equipment?

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What is a significant concern when coordinating non-human resources in environmental projects?

<p>Availability and suitability of resources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of human resource coordination considerations?

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Why is it important to coordinate human and non-human resources simultaneously during a project?

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Flashcards

Project Coordination

The process of ensuring that the right resources (people, equipment, materials) are available at the right time and place throughout a project.

Who manages project coordination?

The project manager is ultimately responsible for resource coordination, but they may delegate tasks to others.

Project Manager Responsibilities: Selecting Team Members

Before hiring team members, the project manager should carefully evaluate their skills, experience, and suitability for the project's specific needs.

Human resource coordination considerations

Understanding team members' strengths, weaknesses, communication styles, and motivation is crucial.

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Project Orientation Package

A comprehensive document that provides all-important information to team members at the start of the project.

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Why is a Project Orientation Package important?

The Project Orientation Package is crucial for ensuring that everyone has the information necessary to perform their roles effectively.

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Coordination of non-human resources

Planning for and managing equipment, supplies, materials, and even access to locations is essential for project success.

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Fuel Co Case Study: Equipment Management

The project manager is responsible for ensuring that the equipment used for data collection is in good working order and properly calibrated for accurate results.

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Project Orientation Package (POP)

A document outlining the project's goals, background, stakeholders, and administrative procedures.

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Project Stakeholders

The people involved in a project, including the client, project manager, and other key individuals or groups.

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Project Management Structure

A description of how project management is structured, including roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines.

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Project Contact List

A list of the key decision-makers and their contact information for the project.

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Project Administrative Procedures

The policies and procedures for managing administrative aspects of the project, such as time tracking, progress reporting, and vacation approvals.

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Confidentiality Statement

A statement outlining the confidential nature of information shared within the project.

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Project Description

The project's objectives, purpose, and the reasons it's being undertaken.

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Project Orientation Package (POP)

A document that may also be known as a project proposal, project workplan, or project charter.

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Project Manager Responsibility

The project manager is responsible for ensuring all project deliverables are completed on time and within budget. However, they can delegate tasks to other team members.

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What does it mean to delegate?

The process of assigning a specific task or responsibility to someone else, typically someone with less seniority. This involves transferring authority and accountability for the task.

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Team Member Selection Process

The process of selecting the right team members for each task based on their skills, experience, and availability. This ensures the most effective use of budget and resources.

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Borrowing Team Members

A practice where project managers can temporarily 'borrow' team members from other projects to support their own projects. Careful communication and agreement between project managers are crucial for this process.

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Why does borrowing team members work well?

Borrowing team members is a great practice when done with careful communication and agreement between project managers and all team members involved.

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When does borrowing team members not work well?

Situations where borrowing team members might become problematic. This can happen when there's a lack of clear communication, conflicting priorities, or insufficient resource allocation.

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What should be communicated when borrowing team members?

When borrowing team members, it is crucial to ensure that all involved project managers and team members are on the same page regarding expectations. These can include timeframes, task allocation, priorities, and other important details.

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Why is delegation important for project managers?

Delegating tasks to team members allows project managers to focus on high-level strategic planning and overall project management.

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Prioritization Confusion

When a team member chooses an existing project over a new project, even if the new project has a higher priority, because they are not clear on task prioritization.

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Physical Proximity for Team Coordination

Ensuring that the team member is physically located near the new project team, even with hybrid or remote work, to improve communication and collaboration.

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Field Work Logistics

Considering travel time, accommodation needs, and overall logistical challenges when project work is done off-site.

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Field Work Training

Planning for required training for field staff, such as safety certifications, equipment operation, and dealing with specific site conditions.

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Equipment Reliability in Field Work

Assessing the reliability of equipment rental companies and having a backup plan in case of issues or delays.

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Budgeting for Field Work

Ensuring all necessary travel, accommodation, training, and equipment requirements are included within the project budget.

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Field Work Site Check-In Procedures

Ensuring all field staff have clear check-in procedures when arriving at a site, including safety protocols and client communication.

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Field Work Safety Considerations

Understanding and addressing potential risks associated with wildlife, construction, or other hazards specific to the field work location.

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Project Kick-off Meeting

A meeting where team members formally get introduced to a project and each other. It's often used to launch a project.

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Confidential Information

Information that must be kept confidential, especially regarding sensitive topics or projects involving the media.

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Midterm Exam

A comprehensive assessment covering material from the first five units of a course.

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Lockdown Browser

A software program that restricts access to online resources and prevents cheating during an exam.

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Module 5

A study aid that helps solidify understanding of a topic by providing additional information and examples.

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Midterm

An assessment that evaluates a student's understanding of the course content. It's typically a significant portion of the overall grade.

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Confidentiality Awareness

Ensuring that all team members are aware of the confidentiality requirements of a project, particularly when dealing with sensitive information.

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Study Notes

Module 5: Environmental Project Management

  • Course: ENVS 361
  • Module: 5
  • Objective: Describe how to coordinate an environmental project.
  • Module content includes:
    • Role of coordination in project management
    • Project manager's role in selecting team members
    • Human resource coordination considerations
    • Components of a Project Orientation Package (POP) and its use in project management
    • Coordination of non-human resources for environmental projects

Unit 5: Coordinating Environmental Projects

  • Coordination occurs throughout a project, not just after definition and planning.
  • Project managers ensure appropriate people, equipment, and materials are available at the right time and in the right place.

Fuel Co. Case Study

  • Fuel-Co. is a chain of fuel stations that has been operating since 1965.
  • The company has 20 stations in Alberta.
  • Fuel-Co. has used underground storage tanks.
  • Robert and June, the original owners, have identified hydrocarbon contamination at fuel stations necessitating a consulting firm's assessment.

PM Responsibility

  • Project managers are ultimately responsible for all project deliverables (ensuring they are done on time and within budget).
  • Project managers can delegate tasks.
  • Delegation means entrusting a task/responsibility to another person (typically less senior).
  • Delegation also means to give a task to someone else to do for you.

Team Member Selection

  • List project tasks.
  • Determine the skills and experience needed for each task.
  • Identify the budget available for labor.
  • Select team members based on skills, experience, and budget to complete tasks effectively while making best use of all project resources.
  • Project Managers can "borrow" team members from other projects to strengthen their teams.

"Borrowing" Team Members

  • Team member borrowing is a useful practice.
  • Project managers should ensure that all project managers and team members are on the same page regarding time frames, task allocation, and priorities.

"Borrowing" Team Members: When it Doesn't Work

  • If the borrowed team member doesn't clearly understand the tasks to be prioritized, they may choose to focus on their existing project.
  • Project managers can avoid this by ensuring physical presence of borrowed team members on the new project team.

Special Considerations: Field Work

  • Out-of-office conditions include travel and accommodation.
  • Travel times to and from accommodations and the worksite must be considered.
  • Field staff need clear working locations, and contact information for clients or safety personnel.
  • Project managers must account for wildlife concerns and construction activities in the area.
  • Proper training (e.g., H2S Alive, defensive driving, and wildlife safety) is crucial.
  • Logistics of equipment (rental, reliability, back-up suppliers) and any training required for equipment use is vital.

Project Orientation Package (POP)

  • Purpose is to clarify a project.
  • Includes:
    • Project description
    • Project stakeholders (client, manager, and other participants).
    • Project management structure (e.g., reporting lines, decision-makers, contact details).
  • Contact list
  • Project Administrative Procedures
  • Confidentiality Statement
  • POP is used for introducing team members to the project, each other, in the kick-off meeting, and throughout project time.

Midterm Exam

  • Approximately 65 questions, mostly multiple choice and true/false.
  • Use of a tablet/laptop with lockdown browser, fully charged and a calculator.
  • 2 hours long, including extra time provided for students with approved accommodations.
  • Random questions order.

Next Steps

  • Review Module 5.
  • Prepare for the midterm.
  • Midterm on Modules 1-5 on January 27th.

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Test your knowledge on the essential components of a Project Orientation Package. This quiz covers critical topics such as project stakeholders, management structures, and team dynamics in project management. Understand the purpose of various sections, including the Project Contact List and Confidentiality Statements.

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