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For whom does the project manager primarily work?
For whom does the project manager primarily work?
Which of the following is NOT a primary responsibility of Work Managers?
Which of the following is NOT a primary responsibility of Work Managers?
For large projects, the owner, designer, and contractor each have their own project manager, forming a team that collaboratively manages the project.
For large projects, the owner, designer, and contractor each have their own project manager, forming a team that collaboratively manages the project.
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Communication between Work Managers typically flows vertically through a chain of command.
Communication between Work Managers typically flows vertically through a chain of command.
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Who might the owner delegate overall project management responsibility to for small projects?
Who might the owner delegate overall project management responsibility to for small projects?
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According to the provided context, what are the 'art and science' of project management coordinating?
According to the provided context, what are the 'art and science' of project management coordinating?
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The Owner's Project Manager leads a Project Management Team which consists of each ______ Project Manager and ______ Project Manager that is assigned a contract from the owner.
The Owner's Project Manager leads a Project Management Team which consists of each ______ Project Manager and ______ Project Manager that is assigned a contract from the owner.
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Because of their ability to create ideas, solve problems, communicate, and get work done, ______ are the most important resource of the project manager.
Because of their ability to create ideas, solve problems, communicate, and get work done, ______ are the most important resource of the project manager.
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Which of the following attitudes is crucial for a project manager to possess?
Which of the following attitudes is crucial for a project manager to possess?
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Match the following roles with their primary responsibility within a project:
Match the following roles with their primary responsibility within a project:
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Poor communication is often a root cause of problems in project management.
Poor communication is often a root cause of problems in project management.
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What is the main purpose of the Investment Management Team?
What is the main purpose of the Investment Management Team?
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Name two types of management discussed in the provided context.
Name two types of management discussed in the provided context.
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The Owner's Project Manager has direct control of all resources required to complete the project.
The Owner's Project Manager has direct control of all resources required to complete the project.
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To whom do Design and Contractor Project Managers report for contractual matters?
To whom do Design and Contractor Project Managers report for contractual matters?
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Project management requires a ______-discipline focus to coordinate the overall needs of a project.
Project management requires a ______-discipline focus to coordinate the overall needs of a project.
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After commitment has been made by an owner to invest in a project, an ______ Management Team is formed within the owner's organization to provide overall project control.
After commitment has been made by an owner to invest in a project, an ______ Management Team is formed within the owner's organization to provide overall project control.
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Which of the following is a key characteristic of discipline management?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of discipline management?
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Which entity published 'Organizing for Project Success'?
Which entity published 'Organizing for Project Success'?
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Match the descriptions with the correct type of management approach:
Match the descriptions with the correct type of management approach:
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Flashcards
Work Managers
Work Managers
Leaders who supervise teams completing project tasks.
Project Management
Project Management
Coordinating people and resources for project completion.
Importance of People
Importance of People
People are the most crucial resources for project managers.
Project Manager's Role
Project Manager's Role
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Four Key Project Questions
Four Key Project Questions
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Functional Management
Functional Management
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Project Management vs. Functional Management
Project Management vs. Functional Management
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Generalist vs. Specialist
Generalist vs. Specialist
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Communication in Projects
Communication in Projects
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Coordination
Coordination
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Project Manager
Project Manager
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Owner's Project Manager
Owner's Project Manager
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Project Management Team
Project Management Team
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Investment Management Team
Investment Management Team
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Design Project Manager
Design Project Manager
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Construction Project Manager
Construction Project Manager
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Owner's Representative
Owner's Representative
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CII
CII
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Team Coordination
Team Coordination
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Study Notes
Project Manager's Employer
- Project managers can be employed by the project owner, designer, or contractor
- Large projects often involve a team with project managers for each: owner, designer, and contractor
- For smaller projects, responsibility might be delegated to a design consultant or construction manager, with an owner's representative acting as a liaison
- An investment management team within the owner's organization provides overall project control during the investment phase
- This team includes representatives from key functions like marketing, engineering, finance, and manufacturing
- The project executive leads this team and reports to the business unit head
- A member of this team is the Owner's Project Manager
- The Owner's Project Manager leads a Project Management Team that includes Design and Construction Project Managers, who are contracted by the owner
- Work Managers report to the respective Design/Contractor Project Managers; these managers also report to their parent organizations concerning business matters and to the Owner's Project Manager for contractual issues
- Work Managers (design leaders/supervisors) are directly responsible for their portion of the work contracted to them and coordinate with other Work Managers from other organizations
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Description
This quiz focuses on the various roles within a project management team, detailing the responsibilities of project managers for the owner, designer, and contractor. You'll explore how project responsibilities differ between large and small projects, including the role of the Owner's Project Manager and the investment management team. Test your understanding of these vital project management concepts.
