As organisations across every industry, embrace change and innovation, the role of project managers has evolved. Now, these professionals play a critical role in the delivery of successful outcomes and sustainable progress. Over 50% of businesses surveyed anticipate an increase in the number of projects they undertake over the next three years, a significant increase in optimism compared to the outlook in 2019, In fact, they lead transformation by focusing on risk, customers, technology, communication, and value. But, recognising their value and implementing a skills’ strategy to find and retain top project managers are two disparate challenges. Our recent report from the team at Peregrine Intelligence explores the data you need to develop an effective capability plan.
The size of the UK project managers talent pool
| Number of people with project management experience currently working as project managers | 110,220 |
| Number of project managers who have qualifications like Prince2, PMP, or CAPM | 64,800 |
How many project managers are looking for new roles?
32% of project managers are open to new opportunities.
That’s almost one out of three professionals are looking for the next challenge.
Where are project managers located?
Which organisation employ the most project managers?
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What attracts project managers?
Research indicates that flexible working tops the wish list for project managers when they look for roles. Compensation and benefits are also important, as is career development. The team at Peregrine Intelligence recommends employers across all sectors take this into account to ensure their offers stand out from the competition.
 | Flexible working | 57% |
 | Compensation & Benefits | 51% |
 | Career development | 37% |
Sources: LinkedIn, Lightcast, Stratigens, Reed, CW Jobs, Totaljobs, Indeed, Glassdoor, Salary Expert, Levels.fyi, Robert Half, Adzuna, IT jobs watch, Yunojuno, Contractor UK, Jobsite.co.uk.
For more actionable insight into finding, hiring, and retaining project managers, get our complete research report.
If you’d like to discuss how you can develop the skills’ strategy and plan that will take your organisation in the right direction, get in touch on LinkedIn or drop me an email. stuart.rogers@Peregrineresourcing.com
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