Example job tasks
• finds out what the client or company wants to achieve;
• agrees timescales, costs and resources needed;
• draws up a detailed plan for how to achieve each stage of the project;
• selects and leads a project team;
• negotiates with contractors and suppliers for materials and services;
• ensures that each stage of the project is progressing on time, on budget and to the right quality standards;
• reports regularly on progress to the client or to senior managers.
Related job titles:
• Chief knowledge officer
• Contracts manager (security services)
• Project manager
• Research support officer
Salary rates:
New entrant: £25,700
Experienced worker: £35,000
[Source: Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings 2016]
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