Are good leaders born or made? When it comes to the world of construction, the answer is probably a bit of both.  A good project manager is responsible for keeping everyone happy and informed at all times, that includes workers, bosses, and customers.  He/she must also be well organized and goal orientated in order to meet the many deadlines that will invariably be made.

What to expect

A construction project manager shouldn't expect a lot of sleep during a difficult project. Since the responsibility of completing the project in time and on budget rests solely on his/her shoulders, every issue must be addressed as soon as possible. Procrastination is simply not permitted in this challenging, competitive field. Here are a few simple tips that may help you on your way.

Always be organized

The average construction project manager deals with hundreds, possibly even thousands of problems each and every day. But simply reacting to these issues won't get you anywhere; you need to prioritize, i.e., deal with the big problems first and put everything else on the back burner. That's the only way to keep your sanity when working under a hard deadline.

Always be honest

It might seem quaint, even outdated in a world that is run by lawyers and litigators, but when you work in construction, your word is your bond.  If you are anything less than 100 percent honest with your employees and customers, you will earn a bad reputation in no time.

Always take responsibility for your missteps

If there's one sin folks in construction will not abide it's making excuses or passing the buck. A good construction manager will always apologize and take the blame when he/she makes a mistake, which is all but inevitable.