A project manager assigned to a building construction project has learned agile methods and wants to apply agile practices. What should the project manager do?

The correct approach is to select suitable agile practices for the construction project. Agile principles can be adapted and applied to various project types, including construction, through hybrid approaches or by integrating specific agile techniques. The project manager should identify which agile practices (e.g., daily stand-ups, iterative planning, frequent feedback loops) would add value and improve efficiency within the construction context, rather than attempting a full, rigid agile framework like Scrum if it doesn't fit. Hiring a consultant is premature; the project manager should first assess applicability. Allocating extra budget for agile resources without a clear plan is not the initial step. Assigning a Scrum Master implies a full Scrum implementation, which may not be appropriate or feasible for a construction project without prior adaptation.