Karen Sarpong
About Karen Sarpong
Karen Sarpong is a Senior Project Engineer with expertise in right-of-way permitting processes and project management in the wireless telecom industry. She has a background in site acquisition and logistics, having worked for companies such as Smartlink, LLC and United Global Technologies.
Work at DPR Construction
Karen Sarpong currently serves as a Senior Project Engineer at DPR Construction, a role she has held since 2020. In this position, she applies her expertise in project management within the wireless telecom industry. Her responsibilities include overseeing project timelines, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Her experience in right-of-way permitting processes enhances her ability to navigate complex project requirements effectively.
Previous Experience at Smartlink, LLC
Before joining DPR Construction, Karen Sarpong worked at Smartlink, LLC as a Site Acquisition Specialist from 2014 to 2018. During her four years at Smartlink, she focused on site acquisition processes, which involved negotiating leases and managing relationships with property owners. This role provided her with valuable insights into the telecommunications sector and honed her skills in site logistics and project coordination.
Experience at United Global Technologies
Karen Sarpong held the position of Site Logistics Specialist at United Global Technologies from 2019 to 2020. In this role, she was responsible for managing logistics and site operations, ensuring that projects were executed efficiently. Her experience in this position contributed to her understanding of the operational aspects of project management within the construction and engineering sectors.
Education and Expertise
Karen Sarpong earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Business Management and Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University, where she studied from 2002 to 2006. Her academic background in business, management, and marketing provides a solid foundation for her career in project engineering. She possesses strong skills in right-of-way permitting processes and has a background in mergers and site acquisitions, enhancing her expertise in the construction industry.