briefly explain the functions and responsibilities of travel

Solution

A traveling project manager mainly travels between 2-3 sites , which are easily accessible by road, train or flight. He should be a experienced person and should have in-depth knowledge. His functions and responsibilities are as follows -

1). He should travel between sites. By best mode available.

2). Due to modern day technology of video calling he should be able.to solve site problems.

3). He should hire responsible staff, as he cannot be present at the site all the time. In his absence the work should go on smoothly.

4). Ensure that the project is maintained and to a good standard.

5). Although modern technology has a huge benefit to multi site working but a large amount of effective project management is knowing how to get best out of team and having honest and effective communication with them. This can be done by visiting site at regular intervals and solving the issues .

6). He should be able.to make quick decisions regarding site problems , he should have in person meetings , instead of booking a meeting and to speaking them on calls.

7). Carry.out risk analysis.

8). Develop plans according to client requirements.

It is important in construction projects as not everything is located at a place. He has to meet suppliers, visit contractors, stay connected with his team on regular intervals to monitor progress of project . This could be only possible of traveling project manager is involved in project.