PMP Project Management Roles and Responsibilities Flashcards

Acronym	Definition
Project Manager	The person assigned by the performing organization to lead the team responsible for achieving the project objectives
Project Sponsor	The person or group who provides resources and support for the project, program, or portfolio and is accountable for enabling success
Stakeholder	An individual, group, or organization who may affect, be affected by, or perceive itself to be affected by a decision, activity, or outcome of a project
Project Team	The group of individuals performing the work of the project
Project Coordinator	An assistant to the project manager who helps with administrative tasks and communication
Project Management Office (PMO)	An organizational structure that standardizes the project-related governance processes and facilitates the sharing of resources, methodologies, tools, and techniques
Functional Manager	A person who has management authority over an organizational unit within a functional organization, with responsibility for the work performance of employees
Resource Manager	A person responsible for allocating resources and managing their workload to ensure project needs are met
Product Owner	The person responsible for defining the features of the product and prioritizing the backlog (common in Agile projects)
Scrum Master	A facilitator for an Agile development team, ensuring that the team follows Agile practices and values (common in Scrum)
Business Analyst	The person responsible for identifying business needs and determining solutions to business problems
Program Manager	A person who manages a group of related projects in a coordinated way to obtain benefits and control not available from managing them individually
Portfolio Manager	A person responsible for overseeing a collection of projects or programs that are grouped together to meet strategic business objectives
Team Member	An individual who actively works on project tasks and contributes to the project’s objectives
Change Control Board (CCB)	A group of stakeholders responsible for reviewing and approving changes to the project
Quality Assurance (QA) Manager	A person responsible for ensuring that the project meets the required quality standards
Risk Manager	A person responsible for identifying, analyzing, and responding to project risks
Procurement Manager	A person responsible for acquiring goods and services from external suppliers
Communications Manager	A person responsible for ensuring timely and appropriate generation, collection, distribution, and storage of project information
Sponsor	The person who champions the project and is responsible for securing funding and resources
Customer/User	The person or group who will use the project’s product, service, or result
Operations Manager	A person who manages the ongoing operations of an organization and may provide resources or information for the project
Executive Sponsor	A senior management person who provides high-level direction and support for the project
Consultant	An external expert who provides specialized knowledge or skills for the project
Vendor/Supplier	An external entity that provides goods or services for the project
End User	The ultimate beneficiary of the project's output who uses the product or service delivered by the project
Financial Manager	A person responsible for managing the financial aspects of the project, including budgeting and cost control
Legal Advisor	A person responsible for ensuring that the project complies with legal and regulatory requirements
Sponsor Committee	A group of high-level stakeholders who provide strategic direction and support for the project
System Architect	A person responsible for designing the technical architecture of a project
Information Security Officer	A person responsible for ensuring that the project complies with information security policies and practices
Human Resources Manager	A person responsible for managing the human resources aspects of the project, including staffing and team development
Marketing Manager	A person responsible for managing the marketing aspects of the project, including market research and promotion
Training Manager	A person responsible for managing the training aspects of the project, ensuring that end users and team members have the necessary skills and knowledge
Deployment Manager	A person responsible for planning and managing the deployment of the project's deliverables into the operational environment
Configuration Manager	A person responsible for maintaining the project's configuration management system, ensuring that all changes are tracked and controlled
Financial Sponsor	A person or group that provides the financial resources for the project
Project Administrator	An individual who provides administrative support to the project manager and team, including documentation and reporting
Project Analyst	A person responsible for analyzing project performance and providing insights for decision-making
Benefits Manager	A person responsible for ensuring that the project's benefits are realized and sustained over time
Service Manager	A person responsible for managing the delivery and quality of services provided by the project
Test Manager	A person responsible for planning and managing the testing activities of the project to ensure deliverables meet the required quality standards
Compliance Manager	A person responsible for ensuring that the project adheres to organizational policies and regulatory requirements
Health and Safety Manager	A person responsible for ensuring that the project complies with health and safety regulations
Project Scheduler	A person responsible for developing and maintaining the project schedule
Project Controller	A person responsible for monitoring and controlling project performance, including tracking progress and managing changes
Logistics Manager	A person responsible for managing the logistics aspects of the project, including supply chain and inventory management
Project Expediter	A person who assists the project manager by ensuring that project tasks are completed on time
Subject Matter Expert (SME)	An individual with specialized knowledge or skills in a particular area who provides expertise to the project
Project Support Officer	An individual who provides support to the project team, including administrative, technical, and logistical assistance
Steering Committee	A group of high-level stakeholders who provide strategic direction and oversight for the project
Change Manager	A person responsible for managing the change management aspects of the project, including communication and training
Sponsoring Organization	The organization that owns the project and provides resources and support
Project Leader	Another term for the project manager, often used interchangeably
Governance Board	A group responsible for overseeing the governance aspects of the project, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and standards
Performance Manager	A person responsible for managing and optimizing the performance of the project team and resources
Stakeholder Manager	A person responsible for managing stakeholder relationships and ensuring their needs and expectations are met
Budget Manager	A person responsible for managing the project budget, including forecasting and financial reporting
Communications Liaison	A person responsible for facilitating communication between the project team and stakeholders
Data Analyst	A person responsible for analyzing project data and providing insights to support decision-making
Information Manager	A person responsible for managing the information and documentation aspects of the project
Strategic Advisor	A person who provides strategic guidance and advice to the project sponsor and team
Technical Lead	A person responsible for leading the technical aspects of the project, including design and implementation
User Experience (UX) Designer	A person responsible for ensuring that the project deliverables provide a positive user experience
Organizational Change Manager	A person responsible for managing the organizational change aspects of the project, ensuring that changes are effectively implemented and adopted
Project Liaison	A person responsible for coordinating activities and communication between the project team and external stakeholders
Financial Controller	A person responsible for managing the financial control aspects of the project, including auditing and compliance
Customer Relationship Manager	A person responsible for managing relationships with the project's customers and ensuring their satisfaction
Resource Coordinator	A person responsible for coordinating the allocation and utilization of project resources
Vendor Manager	A person responsible for managing relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring that contractual obligations are met
Quality Control Manager	A person responsible for overseeing the quality control activities of the project, ensuring that deliverables meet quality standards
Sustainability Manager	A person responsible for ensuring that the project adheres to sustainability principles and practices
Community Manager	A person responsible for managing relationships with the community and ensuring that the project's impact is positive
IT Manager	A person responsible for managing the information technology aspects of the project, including infrastructure and systems
Customer Success Manager	A person responsible for ensuring that the project's deliverables meet the needs and expectations of the customers
Technical Consultant	An external expert who provides technical advice and support to the project team
Project Mentor	An experienced project manager who provides guidance and support to less experienced project managers
Risk Coordinator	A person responsible for coordinating risk management activities and ensuring that risks are effectively managed
Cost Estimator	A person responsible for estimating the costs associated with the project and providing input to the project budget
Operations Coordinator	A person responsible for coordinating the operational aspects of the project, ensuring that it aligns with organizational goals
Contract Administrator	A person responsible for managing the administrative aspects of contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions
Service Delivery Manager	A person responsible for managing the delivery of services provided by the project, ensuring that service levels are met
Environmental Manager	A person responsible for ensuring that the project complies with environmental regulations and standards

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