Engineering Manager how-to

How to Build an Engineering Resource Plan

Staffing drives schedules.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Staffing drives schedules. In short: list; estimate; list, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. List projects.

  2. Estimate effort.

  3. List people and skills.

  4. Find gaps.

  5. Plan hires or contractors.

  6. Review monthly.

Safety reminders for engineering managers

  • Ensure designs meet safety codes
  • Support a culture of raising concerns
  • Follow ethics codes
  • Protect data

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