Resource Manager Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Resource Manager includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Assigning available staff to projects based on their skills and experience.
  • Hiring new staff in accordance with project budgets.
  • Providing project managers with ongoing resource management and related support.
  • Monitoring employee utilization, workload, and overtime hours.
  • Collaborating on resource management with internal departments.
  • Documenting processes and maintaining records.
  • Keeping informed on labor laws and trends in resource management.
  • Mitigating resource concerns by reallocating resources, adjusting goals, or assigning additional staff.
  • Assisting with HR-processes, such as payroll administration, compensation and benefit plans, and staff training.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Resource Manager duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Resource Manager roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.