What Is a Temporary Project Manager and How to Become One

By ZipRecruiter Marketplace Research Team

As a temporary project manager, you supervise a team for the duration of your contract and help ensure they meet the goal of their assignment. In this position, you may help plan the project, create a budget, determine metrics for evaluating the project, document all activities, regularly evaluate progress, and give a final report at the end of the project. Most temporary jobs for project managers last less than a year, but they could last longer. Many project managers focus on specific industries or activities. For example, you could choose to specialize in managing software development projects or skyscraper redesign projects.

The primary qualifications to get a temporary job as a project manager are a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and several years of project management experience. Many managers start in other positions to gain experience. Employers often have additional requirements based on the needs of their projects. For example, construction companies often require OSHA 30 safety certification while telecommunication companies may require advanced knowledge of wireless systems and asset management. Fulfilling the responsibilities and duties of this job requires communication and leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adjust your management techniques to fit the company culture of your employer.