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Senior Project Manager

Company:
SPARQ
Location:
Herndon, VA
Posted:
April 28, 2025
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Description:

Team Sparq is committed to creating high-quality tech careers while helping clients accelerate their digital transformation journey. We are committed to being an inclusive workplace, maintaining a culture of equitable, diverse employment and advancement company-wide.

This opportunity will be on-site with our client

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

Competitive salary + bonus opportunities

Robust benefits package, matching 401(k) plan, and substantial PTO

Tuition reimbursement A Day in the Life:

Collaborates with Sparq and client management, and provides internal feedback regarding the performance of individual colleagues and the development team as a whole

Manages Sparq engagement management colleagues as assigned; responsible for direct report(s)' annual reviews, performance feedback, and professional development guidance

Provides an engaging and consultative approach to client delivery and project outcomes

Leads Scrum ceremonies and oversees small to medium-scale client project teams (Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective); assists on large-scale client engagements as assigned

Coordinates and leads the development of project plans, analysis, design, and implementation with minimal oversight; capable of managing multiple projects and/or client engagements simultaneously

Supports cross-functional program execution and product roadmap delivery in collaboration with engineering, architectural, and operational teams

Oversees the complete qualification process for equipment or technical deliverables, ensuring alignment with technical, safety, and business requirements

Facilitates cross-team collaboration, including architectural, structural, electrical, and mechanical stakeholders, to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions

Drives adherence to project management disciplines including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and critical path management

Possesses knowledge of and supports compliance with relevant building codes and regulations (e.g., Life Safety, IBC, NFPA, NEC, OSHA) where applicable

Provides coaching and guidance to project teams regarding tasks, timelines, and expectations; ensures clarity and support for successful delivery

Serves as an escalation point for project and colleague success, ensuring teams have appropriate resources and support

Communicates effectively with Sparq partners, development teams, and clients on project needs, risks, and updates; exercises sound judgment in all professional interactions

Resolves colleague and client issues with professionalism; provides timely status updates and raises risks early

Administers financial aspects of projects including invoice management and project control documentation

Communicates with Client Executives and Delivery Executives for SOW changes and with the Colleague Quality Executive for performance/HR issues

Participates in interview processes for engagement management roles and provides feedback on candidate qualifications

Performs other related duties as assigned What it takes:

Experience in analytical, quantitative work and presenting to varied stakeholders

Experience in technical project, product, or program management

Hands-on experience with project management tools and methodologies across the full project lifecycle

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft SharePoint; experience with Tableau, Kanban boards, SQL, or systems integration is a plus

Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, construction drawings, and data center infrastructure is a plus

Ability to read and interpret technical documents and equipment specifications

Ability to lead, mentor, and motivate colleagues

Consultative mindset with strong client-facing communication skills

Proven ability to manage complex programs and facilitate alignment across multiple stakeholder groups

Flexibility to adapt in a high-growth organization

Strong problem-solving skills with intellectual curiosity and a continuous learning mindset

Ability to positively impact local and remote teams through leadership, presentations, and coaching

Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

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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