ABSTRACT
This chapter explores a pilot research project that was carried out to see if the behavioural profiles of successful project managers could be created. The research then examines whether a behavioural profile was a reliable predictor of who would likely be a good or successful project manager. Any score in the upper right-hand quadrant is known as balanced versatility and represents the desired or ideal behavioural profile. The behavioural profile method used the Harrison Assessment Instrument. The chapter focuses on the initial pilot study, the research indicated that there are seven traits which, when combined with the other attributes, are reliable predictors of success as a project manager. It was interesting to note that top-scoring Peter is an underground mining superintendent from a major gold mine in Indonesia who has adapted project management methodologies for use in an operational environment. The chapter explains that non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) prevent us from sharing the specific details.
