Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 333

A new engineer was assigned to a project. Although the engineer has adequate skills for the job, they always wait for authorization from the project manager before acting.
What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Obtain related training for the new team member.
• B. Determine the appropriate level of decision-making authority and empower the engineer.
• C. Make all of the decisions for the engineer in order to keep the workflow on track.
• D. Replace the resource with an experienced engineer.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, as it encourages the engineer to take initiative and builds their confidence in decision-making. Option A, while beneficial, does not address the immediate issue of the engineer's hesitation. Option C undermines the engineer's growth and autonomy, and option D would not be a constructive solution, as replacing the engineer does not develop their skills.