Project Management Specialists

Overview

Analyze and coordinate the schedule, timeline, procurement, staffing, and budget of a product or service on a per project basis. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. May serve as a point of contact for the client or customer.

Demand
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Technology Skills
Technology
Example
Hot Technology
Accounting software
Intuit QuickBooks
Analytical or scientific software
SAS
Application server software
GitHub
Business intelligence and data analysis software
Tableau
Computer based training software
Blackboard software
Content workflow software
Atlassian JIRA
Customer relationship management CRM software
Salesforce software
Data base reporting software
SAP Crystal Reports
Data base user interface and query software
Microsoft Access
Desktop communications software
Skype
Desktop publishing software
Adobe Systems Adobe InDesign
Development environment software
Microsoft Azure
Document management software
Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Exchange
Enterprise application integration software
Atlassian Bamboo
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
Microsoft Dynamics GP
File versioning software
Git
Graphics or photo imaging software
Microsoft Visio
Human resources software
ADP Workforce Now
Instant messaging software
Blink
Multi-media educational software
Nearpod
Network conferencing software
Slido
Office suite software
Google Drive
Operating system software
Apple macOS
Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Project management software
Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
Sales and marketing software
Marketo Marketing Automation
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Video conferencing software
LogMeIn GoToMeeting
Video creation and editing software
YouTube
Web page creation and editing software
Social media sites
Word processing software
Microsoft Word
Detailed Work Activities

Assign duties or work schedules to employees.

Discuss business strategies, practices, or policies with managers.

Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues.

Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.

Develop detailed project plans.

Select resources needed to accomplish tasks.

Participate in staffing decisions.

Monitor flow of cash or other resources.

Manage information technology projects or system activities.

Manage operations, research, or logistics projects.

Supervise information technology personnel.

Coordinate resource procurement activities.

Develop operating strategies, plans, or procedures.

Manage construction activities.

Prepare financial documents, reports, or budgets.

Prepare operational reports or records.

Report information to managers or other personnel.

Gather organizational performance information.

Present work to clients for approval.

Majors
Major
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Business/Commerce, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Construction Management