Automation index
How much of a Project manager’s job can AI already do?
Today an AI can already knock out copy, outlines, reports, and a lot of the prep. Deciding what matters, and what moves the business, is another story.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Project manager
38%
AI can already do 38% of this job.
#10 / 673
View rankingProject manager
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Plans and statusEstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 30% | 65% | +19.5 |
Templated risksEstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 20% | 50% | +10 |
People and conflictEstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 30% | 15% | +4.5 |
Client managementEstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 20% | 20% | +4 |
| Total | 100% | 38% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- sustainable finance
- corporate social responsibility
- strategic planning
- data analytics
- promote sustainability
- promote human rights implementation
- monitor social impact
- define the corporate structure
- conduct quantitative research
- promote environmental awareness
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1082.00· ESCO/ISCO 1219
IS WORK OVER?
Science teacher
22%
#386 / 673
View rankingScience teacher
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Practical, the protocol and the kit.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Lab, the bunsen and the one who will not read.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
Data, the graph and not inventing the point.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Exam, the formula and getting them to explain.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
The damage, the note and not leaving the acid open.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
That they do not burn, and understand what they measured.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 22% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- lab practicals
- bunsen
- science protocols
- graphs
- formulae
- acid
- incident notes
- lab safety
Sources for this job· O*NET 25-2031.00· ESCO/ISCO 2330