Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 361

A project manager was recently assigned to rescue a high-priority project for an Olympic facility. The project is behind schedule. with a heavy contractual penalty. The former project manager had numerous conflicts with the project team members and a few stakeholders.

What should the project manager do first?

Answer options

• A. Review the lessons learned register with the former project manager in a private meeting.
• B. Meet the project team to assert authority and reassign the project tasks for a timely delivery.
• C. Review the project schedule and ask for the contingency reserve to crash the project.
• D. Meet the project team and stakeholders to identify the root cause of the issue and develop a solution.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because meeting with the project team and stakeholders allows the project manager to understand the root causes of the delays and conflicts, which is essential for developing effective solutions. Options A, B, and C do not address the underlying issues and may lead to more conflicts or ineffective measures without first understanding the situation.