How To Expand Your Career in Project Management
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by Josh Nankivel
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I'm a Mechanical Engineer having 4+ years of experience in engineering projects. In addition, I have 3+ years of SAP Project System experience. Presently I'm working as a SAP PS consultant. I want to expand my career in project management field.. Seek your guidance.... -Pratik
Pratik, it’s all about separating yourself from the pack.
Networking is powerful, because when people who know you are good refer you there is a trust factor that goes with it. Don’t just send your resume or CV and a cover letter. Make phone calls. Ask someone in the company what the big challenges they face are, and come up with a solution to them.
Find ways to demonstrate your ability to add value to the organization.
Stepping Stones
Project Controls may also be a good stepping stone into a role managing the type of projects you want to manage. In a role like project controller, scheduler, or coordinator you will gain experience of the 'other side' of projects from the technical side you already know.
Posted on: February 25, 2012 08:23 PM |
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Hi Josh, Hi Pratik, I totally agree with this insightful advice. I'd like to add: SAP Project Systems experience is very valuable. As one of the newer modules, fewer people have experience in PS than other SAP modules. I agree: networking is key. Connect on LinkedIn with people you have worked with on SAP and Engineering and other projects, and people you went to school with, or know from professional associations like PMI etc. Contact these people who are familiar with your work, ask how they are doing.
“Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.” (Theodore Roosevelt) https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/show-how-much-you-care-michael-f-andrew
When they ask your situation, share from a position of confidence and strength, what you offer an organization, your insights and accomplishments. If more information would help just let us know. Have a great day
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