A project manager has been experiencing resistance from a group of stakeholders.
With which of the following should the project manager consult to reduce friction going forward?
A. Project scheduler
B. Project coordinator
C. Project sponsor
D. Project management office
A project sponsor is responsible for obtaining financial resources for the project, monitoring the progress of the project, and handling escalations from the project manager.
The project sponsor is usually an executive in the organization who has the authority to assign money and resources to the project. The sponsor may also serve as a champion for the project within the organization. The sponsor is an advisor to the project manager and acts as the tiebreaker decision maker when consensus can’t be reached among the stakeholders. One of the primary duties of a project manager is keeping the project sponsor informed of current project status, including conflicts or potential risks.