Senior Project Manager

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At Sparq, we help companies solve the right problemsnot 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 role requires availability to work during Central Time Zone business hours.

Why You Will Enjoy Mondays Again

• Opportunity to work alongside a talented, diverse team in a collaborative and creative environment
• Ongoing investment in your growth through training, mentorship, and industry certifications
• Hands-on exposure to cutting-edge technologies across multiple industries
• Recognition programs and employee awards within an inclusive culture that celebrates great work, including our AI Innovators Program
• Competitive salary + bonus opportunities
• Robust benefits package, matching 401(k) plan, and substantial PTO
• Tuition reimbursement

A Day in the Life

• Financial & Budget Coordination Partner with finance and accounting stakeholders to support project financial planning, track budgets, monitor cost impacts, and ensure financial considerations are incorporated into project decisions and delivery plans.
• Full-Lifecycle Project Oversight Plan, coordinate, and manage all phases of moderate- to highly-complex initiativesfrom discovery and planning through execution and closeoutusing 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

• Willingness to travel to St. Louis area for periodic on-site work
• Demonstrated experience supporting projects within finance and accounting environments, including familiarity with financial processes, budgeting, and cost tracking
• Ability to interpret project data, risks, dependencies, and financial indicators to inform decisions
• 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
• Hands-on experience using AI tools to enhance daily work, or a strong desire to do so, including a willingness to experiment, learn, and champion AI adoption within your role
• 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

Regardless of your specific role, we seek individuals who are excited to explore, adopt, and evangelize AI tools and methodologies. If you have experience in AI or a proven track record of rapidly learning and mentoring others on emerging tech, you'll fit right in.

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.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and believe in an inclusive workplace. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know by contacting View email address on click.appcast.io