Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1217

A project manager wants to assign a junior engineer to a new project. In past projects, the engineer showed initiative to take on complex tasks and solve problems in innovative ways without any need for encouragement. However, the engineer declines the project manager's invitation to join the new project.
What is the most likely reason for the engineer's refusal to work on the project?

Answer options

• A. The project manager did not follow the normal hiring process with the engineer's functional manager
• B. The engineer has "project burnout" from working long hours and solving difficult problems
• C. The engineer did not feel welcome or enjoy working with the other project team members
• D. The project manager did not sufficiently support and recognize the engineer's professional growth

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because the engineer's refusal may stem from feeling undervalued and unsupported in their career growth. Options A, B, and C do not directly address the engineer's previous proactive behavior and innovative problem-solving, which suggests that the issue lies more with recognition and support rather than external factors.