An IT/Web project manager can do this

By Carsten Bjerregaard, founder of Marketingcapacity.dk (Please link to this article. Copying/publishing without agreement is not permitted)

An IT/Web project manager is responsible for managing and coordinating an IT or web project. The role typically involves planning, organizing and monitoring activities as well as keeping an eye on resource allocation, time planning and budget management. The IT/Web project manager often works with a team of developers, designers and other stakeholders to ensure that the project is delivered on time for the given requirements and that it meets the project's goals. An IT/Web project manager ideally has technical knowledge and experience within IT and web development combined with good management and communication skills to ensure effective project implementation.

Read more below:What is an IT/Web project manager? What does an IT/Web project manager do? What is an IT/Web project manager also called? How does an IT/Web project manager create value? What should an IT/Web project manager be able to do? Which tools does an IT/Web project management use Why choose a FREELANCE IT/Web project manager? How do you find a good freelancer? What is an IT/Web project manager?A skilled IT/Web project manager is able to balance technical, time and financial factors to ensure successful implementation of IT and web projects. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills as well as the ability to handle complex project dynamics and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.

What does an IT/Web project manager do?

An IT/Web project manager has a number of responsibilities and tasks in his daily work. Typical activities include, among others:

• Planning and coordination: The project manager prepares a detailed project plan that identifies goals, milestones, resources and time frames. The project manager also coordinates the work between different team members and stakeholders.
• Resource management: The project manager ensures that necessary resources such as staff, technology and budget are available and efficiently allocated to the project.
• Communication and reporting: The project manager facilitates communication between team members, stakeholders and customers. It often involves regular meetings, reporting on project progress and dealing with any changes or challenges.
• Risk Management: The project manager identifies potential risks and develops a plan to minimize or manage them. The project manager also monitors risks on an ongoing basis and takes necessary measures to ensure the success of the project.
• Quality control: The project manager ensures that the project meets the set quality standards. For example, through regular quality checks and tests.
• Stakeholder management: The project manager identifies and engages relevant stakeholders and ensures their participation and satisfaction throughout the project. The project manager sometimes also has to deal with any conflicts or disagreements between stakeholders.
• Project management: The project manager manages the overall execution of the project and ensures that it is delivered on time, within budget and in accordance with the set requirements and specifications.

These are just some of the many tasks an IT/Web project manager performs in his daily work. Some talk about the project manager having to be able to 'see around corners', and that is probably a very good description of the fact that a skilled IT/Web project manager has a developed intuition for what can go wrong at any moment.

What is an IT/Web project manager also called?

Dear child, as you know, has many names. An IT/Web project manager can also be called a technical project manager, digital project manager or software project manager, depending on the specific role and context.These terms are often used to describe a person responsible for managing and coordinating IT or web projects, including the development, implementation and maintenance of software or web applications.

How does an IT/Web project manager create value?

An IT/Web project manager creates value in several ways. First and foremost by managing and coordinating a project from start to finish. This involves defining goals, planning resources, organizing work tasks and ensuring that the project is delivered on time and within budget.At the same time, an IT/Web project manager is responsible for identifying and handling risks and challenges that may arise along the way. With a proactive approach to problem solving and by making decisions based on data and experience, the project manager can minimize delays and ensure the project stays on track.A skilled project manager can also contribute with expertise and insight into technological trends and best practice. It can help to optimize processes, improve the quality of the final product and ensure that the project complies with industry standards and requirements.

What should an IT/Web project manager be able to do?

An IT/Web project manager must have a wide range of skills, some of which are:

• Technical knowledge: Solid understanding of technologies, systems and tools used in IT and web development. This includes knowledge of programming languages, databases, networks, web design and other relevant technical areas.
• Project management: The ability to plan, organize and manage projects. An IT/Web project manager must be able to prepare project plans, identify and manage resources, monitor progress and ensure that project goals are met within the time frame and budget.
• Communication skills: An IT/Web project manager must be able to convey complex technical information in a clear and understandable way and be able to listen and understand the needs of different stakeholders.
• Management skills: The ability to motivate and lead a team is important. An IT/Web project manager must be able to delegate tasks, offer guidance and support, resolve conflicts and ensure that the team works efficiently and productively.
• Problem solving: An IT/Web project manager must be able to identify and solve problems that arise during the project. This requires the ability for analytical and critical thinking as well as the ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Business understanding: An IT/Web project manager must have a good understanding of business goals and requirements. This helps ensure that the project is aligned with the organization's strategy and delivers value to the business.

Which tools does an IT/Web project manager use?

Among the IT/Web project manager's tools, some of the most widespread are:

• Project management software: This can include tools like Jira, Trello, Asana or Microsoft Project that help organize and plan the project, assign tasks, track progress and manage schedules.
• Communication tools: To facilitate communication between team members and stakeholders, the project manager can use tools such as Slack, Microsoft Teams or Skype to send messages, participate in meetings and share files.
• Version control systems: These tools like Git or SVN help track changes in the source code and enable collaboration between developers by managing different versions of files.
• Documentation tools: To create and share project-related documents and specifications, project managers can use tools such as Google Docs, Confluence or SharePoint.
• Quality assurance tools: To ensure the quality of the developed software, the project manager can use tools like Selenium, JUnit or SonarQube for automated testing, code inspection and debugging.
• To manage the project's resources, including human resources and budgets, the project manager can use tools such as Excel, Smartsheet, or ProjectManager.com.

Why hire/employ? a freelance IT/Web project manager?

In the past, most people probably thought of freelancers for one-off projects. But many companies have now realized the benefits of working with freelancers in long-term processes:

• Needs that do not justify permanent employment can be met
• In periods when you do not have the need, you do not pay for the competence
• In a long-term collaboration, the freelancer gets to know the company almost as well as a permanent employee
• If you compare it to buying the desired competence from an agency – e.g. an advertising agency - it is usually much cheaper to work with freelancers
• You are in a flexible position when you want to rethink the overall competence profile with which you are responsible for an area
• More and more really talented people prefer to work freelance
• A freelancer can still look at your company 'from the outside' - which is a valuable thing when, for example, thinking about creatives
• Freelancers may be able to provide your company with fresh inspiration from the outside

How do you find a good freelance IT/Web project manager?

Finding the right freelancer can be difficult. And above all, it can take a long time. Because there are many freelancers in the same field, and even if they display the same skills, there can be a big difference when it comes to the way they work and the work they deliver. When you ask Marketingcapacity.dk for help in finding a freelancer for a collaboration, the process is:

• You describe your need to us (either in writing or orally - after which we confirm in an email)
• We screen the thousands of profiles on Marketingcapacity.dk and, if necessary, the market via our channels
• We nominate a list of candidates and talk to them in relation to your needs
• You will be presented with 3 candidates who seem to be able to meet your needs
• At the 3 meetings (at your place or digitally) you can ask questions and possibly see examples of their work
• You choose the freelancer with whom you would like to start a collaboration
• We set it up in our systems with time registration etc. so you have an overview and full control

In other words: After you have described your need, you just have to set aside 2 hours to meet with 3 hand-picked and screened candidates. It is your guarantee of a good result with reasonable effort.

Final comment

There are clear financial advantages to entering with a freelance IT/Web project manager with several years of experience. Here is a selection of some of the most important.

• You will get an IT/Web project manager with business understanding
• Experienced IT/Web project managers work quickly and purposefully, because it is a profession where routine matters a lot
• You avoid hiring an expensive but necessary expertise

Do you have any questions? Write to me at carsten@marketingcapacity.com.