Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 53

A project to build a new energy plant was just completed. However, a few days before operation of the plant, the local community protested and closed access to the plant. They argue that an important natural reserve was impacted and prior consultation was not done by the project team.
What should the project manager verify first?

Answer options

• A. Stakeholder engagement plan
• B. Cost-benefit analysis
• C. Business case
• D. Risk management plan

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The project manager should first verify the Stakeholder engagement plan to understand the communication and consultation efforts made with the local community. This is crucial as it directly relates to the protests and the claims of inadequate consultation. The other options, while important, do not address the immediate issue of stakeholder engagement that led to the community's concerns.