The search for a great Project Manager

Recruiting the perfect candidate can be easy and happen in days or, in the case of seeking out a quality Project Manager, can take a little longer.

As a specialist recruitment company who, would like to consider ourselves a bunch of experts, Access Talent have a solid list of characteristics that we look for when hiring!

We know that, when we meet our interviewees and can imagine placing them in the role of one of our clients, we’ve found a GREAT Project Manager.

We thought we would share a few of things we search for:

 

1. Decision making
   We like to look for candidates that are not afraid to make decisions on their own. Someone that doesn’t seek the approval of others to know they are making the right choice screams ‘GREAT CANDIDATE’.

 

2. Natural control
   To be able to deliver a successful project, you need someone that can command. We like to take on people that have the ability to naturally command people in order to ensure a smooth path for project completion.

 

3. Communication
   Whenever we talk about great skills and qualities in the people we are hiring, communication is on the list. It’s inevitable – if you are able to communicate effectively, chances are you’re going to make it work. We look for candidates that can communicate with everyone, from the person on reception to the CEO.

 

4. Foresight
   A Project Manager that can foresee issues before they occur, with the ability to say no, concentrate on important tasks and understand what doesn’t require their attention, will always be a great asset to anyone’s team!

 

5. Customer focus
   Projects sometimes require more time outside of regular working hours. Having someone on board that is customer focused and willing to work those extra hours to ensure that the project is rolled out to the customer on time, is definitely going to make it onto our shortlist!

 

Personally, we think that if you find a Project Manager with the patience of Mother Teresa, the negotiation skills of Kofi Annan, the charm of James Bond and the tenacity of a toddler with the ‘why’ question, you should SNAP THEM UP!

 

So, what are your thoughts? What characteristics do you believe make up a great Project Manager?
Let us know in the comments and if you’re looking to hire, get in touch!

 

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