Senior Project Manager

Location: St. Louis

At Sparq, we help companies solve the right problems-not just build more technology.

We're a modern product engineering partner blending strategy, craftsmanship, and speed to help organizations modernize confidently in the age of AI. From data ecosystems to digital products and AI acceleration, we turn complexity into clarity and ideas into impact.

If you're driven to build what's next, lead with empathy, and deliver excellence without ego, you'll feel right at home at Sparq.

This opportunity will be in a hybrid work environment on our client site

C2C is not available

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Why you will enjoy Mondays again:

• Opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of colleagues in a fun, creative environment
• Progressive career journey and opportunity for advancement
• Continuous development through training, mentorship and certification programs
• Exposure to modern technologies across various industries in an agile environment
• Hybrid work environment on client site
• Competitive salary + bonus opportunities
• Robust benefits package, matching 401(k) plan, and substantial PTO
• Tuition reimbursement

A Day in the Life:

• Full-Lifecycle Project Oversight
  Plan, coordinate, and manage all phases of moderate- to highly-complex initiatives-from discovery and planning through execution and closeout-using established project management tools and methodologies.
• Stakeholder & Relationship Management
  Build strong working relationships with diverse stakeholders, including senior and executive-level leaders, adapting communication style and engagement approach to meet varying needs and priorities.
• Meeting Leadership & Facilitation
  Lead highly effective meetings by establishing and distributing agendas in advance, selecting the right attendees, facilitating productive discussions, managing scope in real time, and identifying items best handled offline or in follow-up sessions.
• Communication & Executive Presence
  Deliver clear, timely updates and read-outs to project teams and leadership; confidently navigate nuanced, high-stakes conversations while reading verbal and non-verbal cues to respond appropriately in the moment.
• Risk, Dependency & Issue Management
  Identify cross-project dependencies, anticipate risks and issues, and proactively manage escalation paths to support timely decision-making and resolution.
• Action Item & Follow-Up Discipline
  Produce thorough and timely meeting notes, track action items to completion, and ensure accountability across stakeholders.
• Adaptability & Change Navigation
  Maintain momentum and a positive outlook when priorities shift; apply sound judgment to determine when to follow established processes versus when flexibility or exception handling is warranted.
• On-Site Collaboration
  Participate in in-person collaboration as needed to strengthen relationships, support alignment, and advance project outcomes.

What it takes:

• Local to the St. Louis area, with availability for periodic on-site work
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project, including complex dependency and schedule tracking
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to track nuanced, complex conversations and respond effectively in real time
• High emotional intelligence with strong awareness of interpersonal dynamics and situational context

• Comfort engaging directly with senior leaders and C-level executives
• Outstanding meeting management skills, including advanced agenda preparation, thoughtful attendee selection, and effective facilitation
• Ability to guide discussions, manage time, identify items better handled offline, and keep meetings focused on outcomes
• Strong follow-through, including timely meeting notes, clear documentation, and thorough tracking of action items
• Proven ability to build trust and manage relationships with diverse and demanding stakeholders
• Demonstrates calm, effective negotiation in high-pressure situations

• Adaptability and flexibility when priorities shift; maintains a positive, solution-oriented approach
• Exercises sound judgment in applying or adapting processes as needed

• Strong foundation in project management frameworks, tools, and delivery best practices
• Ability to interpret project data, risks, dependencies, and financial indicators to inform decisions

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:
Sparq is proud to offer equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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