The Insider's Guide to Hiring (the right) Project Managers

The Smart Way to Hire Project Managers

Discover what our seasoned project leaders look for when hiring their own, and how you can avoid the costly mistakes most companies and hiring managers make.

Why This Guide Matters

The wrong project manager can derail initiatives, drain your team, and damage stakeholder trust.

But traditional hiring signals, like certifications and industry experience, don’t reveal who will thrive in your unique environment.

This guide, written by project managers who hire PMs for a living, shows you how to spot the difference between someone who looks good on paper and someone who actually delivers.

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What You'll Learn

  • Why great project managers often get overlooked—and how to find them
  • The #1 mistake hiring teams make (and how to avoid it)
  • How to define the PM role clearly—before you even post the job
  • How to spot red flags and hidden strengths in resumes and interviews

Who Should Read This Guide?

Whether you're an HR leader, a recruiter, a PMO director, or an executive trying to build a reliable delivery engine, you’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of what kind of project manager is the best fit for your company, your culture, and your challenges.

No jargon. No fluff. Just actionable insight.

Why Trust This Guide?

The Persimmon Group is a nationally recognized project management consulting firm. For over 20 years, we’ve helped organizations—from Fortune 500s to fast-growing startups—staff their most critical initiatives with professionals who not only execute, but elevate the teams around them.

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