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Project Manager, Engineering Reviews
What is it like working as a Project Manager, Engineering?
October 2014
Project Manager, Engineering:
Try to establish the ground rules up front and in writing. Go through as much education from the PMI ( Project Management Institute) as you can, or go for a master's degree in project management. There seems to be a glut of opportunity out there to do things better. As the baby boomer decision makers retire, more and more experience and discipline will be needed to fill the void.
I see a greater percentage of projects with P&ID's and equipment layouts that are not right, when the project goes for construction. That usually means that the rest of the project from steel to electrical to piping and HVAC will either not fit or have to be changed at great cost when the process is finally properly defined. PDRI's with scores of less than 200 or better will help to some degree.
Good luck and have fun.
October 2014
Project delivery and peoples managment,
Project Manager, Engineering:
Try to understand the practical challenges of the team and try to fix them at the earliest.
October 2014
It Is 60% Scheduling, 20% Client Relations And 20% Technical.
Project Manager, Engineering:
Pros: The best things about my job are the environment which is very open and friendly. It is in midtown Manhattan, ideal location. The clients all have technical backgrounds so even if there is something you don't know or can't remember, someone will enlighten you. Engineering is very important to know because it allows you to work within teams from other departments as well since our work ethic is regarded highly. I am able to go from location to location to conduct some of my work, which breaks the monotony of going into the office every time.
Cons: There are a lot of limitations to project scopes. There are some actions that can be done, but company policy dictates that it shouldn't, so you end up discussing with clients for long periods of time trying to find a reason that would satisfy them. A lot of scheduling will overlap, but you still need to maintain the budget and timeline.
October 2014
Challenging.
Project Manager, Engineering:
Pros: It's mentally challenging and always new. Every project is different and there is no opportunity to become bored.
Cons: It can be stressful constantly having new things thrown at you.
August 2014
Accountatnts get paid more.
Project Manager, Engineering:
Become an accountant, they get paid more or a doctor.
August 2014
Pmo.
Project Manager, Engineering:
Pros: Let's you take full charge for what you do.
Cons: Payscales are low on joining.
July 2014
Its Very Eye Opening, Makes You To Think Outside The Box.
Project Manager, Engineering:
Pros: I get to work with other different engineering disciplines.
Cons: Travelling.
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