Project Manager Criteria

Prepared by: [Your Name]

Date: [Date]

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Introduction

This document outlines the criteria for evaluating candidates for the position of Project Manager. The criteria are designed to ensure a thorough assessment of the candidate’s skills, experience, and suitability for the role.

Purpose

The purpose of this criteria template is to provide a structured and consistent approach to evaluating candidates for the Project Manager position. This ensures that all candidates are assessed fairly and objectively.

Scope

This particular template is intended to be utilized for every individual who is applying for the role of Project Manager within our organization.

Criteria

The following criteria will be used to evaluate each candidate. Each criterion is assigned a weight to indicate its importance in the overall evaluation process.

Criteria	Description	Weight	Comments	Rating
Project Management Experience	Proven project management from start to finish.	25%	Assess the scope, size, and complexity of past projects.
Technical Knowledge	Understanding of relevant technical tools and methodologies.	20%	Evaluate knowledge of software, tools, and industry standards.
Leadership Skills	Ability to lead and motivate a team effectively.	20%	Consider examples of leadership in past roles.
Communication Skills	Proficiency in both written and verbal communication.	15%	Review examples of written work and conduct interviews.
Problem-Solving Skills	Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently.	10%	Look for examples of past problem-solving scenarios.
Budget Management	Experience in managing project budgets and resources.	10%	Assess past budget management experiences.

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Evaluation Process

1. Initial Screening: Screen resumes and cover letters for basic qualifications.

2. Interview: Interview to assess communication, leadership, and technical skills.

3. Assessment: Use the criteria table to assess candidates.

4. Rating: Assign a rating for each criterion based on the Rating Scale provided below.

Rating Scale

Rating	Description
5	Exceptional - Exceeds expectations significantly
4	Very Good - Exceeds expectations
3	Good - Meets expectations
2	Fair - Below expectations
1	Poor - Significantly below expectations

Conclusion

The candidate with the highest overall rating will be considered for the Project Manager position, taking into account the weighted importance of each criterion.

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