No. There is no doubt, that Project Managers
have to manage scope to be successful.
However, there is a conflict of interest. Project managers should really be focused on
solving business problems and addressing business needs. So, if this means the scope has to be
expanded to include additional elements, he/she should propose expanding the scope but also
negotiate increases in the project constraints, such as, time, costs/budget,
quality, etc.
Since human nature guides
individuals towards simplifying their lives, doing less, managing enough that
you are sure to be successful, most project managers will work towards
minimizing scope rather than expanding it.
This is the differences between a serious, strong, secure and effective
project manager/leader/director and a so-so project manager who is not
confident about his/her abilities and/or does not have the holistic needs of
the organization or client in mind. Pick
the former and pay them well, you will reap the benefits long-term.
