17/6 Project Roles and Responsibilities – Quiz

What is the primary role of a project manager in engineering?

• To carry out technical design tasks

• To provide financial investment

• To coordinate resources, staff, and activities to ensure project success

• To approve production materials only

Which of the following is a typical qualification for project managers?

• MBA

• PMP or PRINCE2

• NVQ Level 1

• Chartered Accountant

What is the responsibility of team members in a project?

• Supervising other projects

• Carrying out assigned tasks and reporting progress

• Approving budget overruns

• Hiring new staff

Who is considered the most important stakeholder in a project?

• The regulator

• The project manager

• The client

• The engineer

What should be established at the outset of a project for team members?

• Their holidays

• Task accountabilities and deadlines

• Bonuses

Which government body oversees public sector projects in the UK?

• Ofqual

• IPA (Infrastructure and Projects Authority)

• DEFRA

• HSE

What is a key communication responsibility of the project manager?

• Only report at the end

• Avoid client updates

• Maintain communication with stakeholders and the client

• Only contact the regulator

Why is monitoring necessary in project management?

• To supervise employees constantly

• To identify problems early and ensure progress

• To conduct daily meetings

• To evaluate team performance

Which of the following is a responsibility related to project finance?

• Increasing the budget

• Avoiding cost tracking

• Managing costs within budget and reporting overruns

• Ignoring stakeholder inputs

What is the role of a regulator in an engineering project?

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