Ernest L Snyder
Email: ******.*******@*****.***
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ernest-snyder-82071619/
Contact: 609-***-**** (mobile)
Location: Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Summary
Seasoned Project Manager with 15+ years of progressive leadership in the telecommunications sector. Proven track record of managing large-scale initiatives across broadband, fiber, LTE, microwave, and wireless technologies. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, driving operational excellence, and aligning project execution with strategic business goals. Recognized for fostering stakeholder relationships, mitigating risks, and delivering high-impact outcomes on time and within budget.
Core Competencies
• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Telecom Infrastructure (Broadband, Fiber, LTE, Microwave)
• Stakeholder & Vendor Engagement
• Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Risk Management & Process Optimization
Education
Colorado State University, Global Campus — BS, Business – Project Management (In Progress, 111 credit hours)
2018 – 2025
Stockton University, Pomona, NJ — Physics Engineering (48 credit hours)
1994 – 1997
PMP Certification — In Progress (Expected Q3 2025)
Professional Experience
FLEX Deployment Solutions — Project Management Consultant
2024 – Present
Directed full project lifecycle for telecom infrastructure, including Microwave, LTE, and WiFi solutions. Specialty projects with limited scope were site acquisition or construction focused.
Partnered with engineering to capture client requirements and convert them into actionable project plans for site acquisition and construction teams.
Acted as central point of contact across engineering, construction, and site acquisition, both external and internal
Instituted comprehensive safety protocols and project compliance measures.
Comcast — Project Manager 2, Federal Government
2022 – 2024
Managed complex federal telecom initiatives supporting Department of Defense modernization (DISA CEG).
Led cross-functional project execution and mentored peers, ensuring process consistency and accountability.
Provided visibility on project risks, schedules, and key deliverables to internal and external stakeholders.
Streamlined workflows and improved output through Lean methodologies and post-disruption planning.
Key Achievements:
– Delivered Comcast’s first Off-net 100Gbps EVPL Hubs for DISA CEG program.
– Doubled project throughput post-supply chain disruption by revising process to be ultra lean.
– Ranked highest in circuit closeouts and second in realized revenue for 2023 within team.
Northstar Solutions LLC — Project Management Consultant
2022
• Oversaw complex telecom service implementations and client transitions to 1Gb EVPL.
• Led stakeholder communications and ensured deliverables aligned with contractual milestones.
Key Achievements:
– Converted from contract to hire in half the projected time based on strong performance and initiative.
T3 Broadband — Principal Project Manager
2016 – 2022
• Owned end-to-end project delivery for broadband deployments including Fixed Wireless, Fiber, LTE, and WiFi.
• Defined and implemented process documentation and stakeholder tracking tools.
• Introduced Site Tracker for improved program visibility and analytics across all wireless initiatives.
Key Achievements:
– Pioneered the company’s first PMO framework and introduced performance standards.
– Enabled 300% increase in client engagement by exceeding delivery expectations on key contracts.
Communication Infrastructure Corporation — Assistant Project Manager
2008 – 2014
• Supported senior PMs on wireless backhaul projects for Sprint, Verizon, and AT&T.
• Led milestone tracking, budget reconciliation, and vendor negotiations.
• Authored internal training content and facilitated onboarding for new hires.
• Championed continuous improvement by identifying workflow enhancements and executing updates.
Key Achievements:
– Increased project throughput by 150% in Chicago backhaul deployment through improved logistics coordination.