I am a C who has been working as a SC on a very large project for the past 1.5 years. I recently got made the M due to staffing limitations (M and SC both had to roll off). I feel like I am in way over my head. I didn’t get a choice as to whether or not I wanted to accept this new position and the workload/stress is too much. People tell me this is good for my career, but I just feel like I am being taken advantage of and working 2 levels above my pay grade for free. Idk what to do.

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You are being taken advantage of and I feel like it’s not as great for your career bc you’re not working with someone directly who can mentor you. I’d talk with your people lead to figure out next steps

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Talk about it with your engagement leadership

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Use it as case for promotion. If they don’t promote you, leave

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Yeah that's bs honestly. That happened to me at my last company and was a big reason I left. Be honest with your engagement lead. Typically they're in over their heads too and don't even think about it.

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Ask for backfill in writing right away. You cannot be expected to do the job of an M, an SC and a C all by yourself, and this is a major threat to the project's timeline and success.

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I had this happen to me. It sucked, taught me a lot about how to manage a project and it ruined a summer for me. Big trade off.

However, it did put me on track to get promoted every 1-2 years and went from C to M within 3.5 years because of what I learned and rep it got me. This is only if it goes well, if you’re overwhelmed and it will go poorly, it’ll actually hurt you.

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Conditions will not improve until you voice your concerns

Both things are true. You are being taken advantage of and it will be good for your career. Ask for the promo that aligns with the work you’re doing and also request the resources you need to complete the project on time.

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