Ryan Lorenzo
Collingswood,NJ
Summary
Project and Program Management professional with 6+ years of experience leading complex technical modernization initiatives in highly regulated and mission-critical environments. Proven record of delivering multi-phase system upgrades on schedule and under budget while improving operational reliability and reducing costs. Expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM), integrated master scheduling, risk mitigation, cross-functional leadership, and process optimization. U.S. Navy veteran with executive-level stakeholder engagement experience and a strong foundation in business strategy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager / Deputy Project Manager
NDI Engineering
Thorofare, NJ
12.2021 - Current
- Lead end-to-end execution of complex engineering modernization programs supporting high-availability operational environments.
- Delivered system upgrades within aggressive timelines, reducing operational downtime by 35% while maintaining full operational continuity.
- Manage cost, schedule, and scope using Earned Value Management (EVM), consistently achieving CPI >1.0 and SPI >0.95.
- Develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), conduct critical path analysis, and optimize resource allocation across multiple concurrent projects.
- Drive Lean process improvements by eliminating testing redundancies and implementing automated performance reporting, generating $290K in annual cost savings.
- Provide executive-level performance reporting, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies to senior leadership and government stakeholders.
- Managed complex system development and integration programs within a regulated government contracting environment.
- Directed cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (engineering, supply chain, QA, operations) to achieve 100% compliance with technical and contractual requirements.
- Implemented predictive maintenance strategy using IoT sensors and data analytics, reducing system failures by 30% and improving lifecycle performance.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships through proactive communication and structured risk management, contributing to consistent on-time program delivery.
- Mitigated supply chain disruptions by restructuring vendor engagement and implementing just-in-time procurement strategies.
- Designed centralized knowledge management systems that reduced onboarding time by 30% and improved program continuity.
- Contributed operational insights to business development efforts supporting multi-year contract growth.
On-Site Representative / Engineering Technician
NDI Engineering
Thorofare, NJ
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Directed field execution of large-scale electrical and communications infrastructure upgrades.
- Managed creation of 280+ technical design packages and documentation sets supporting modernization initiatives.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams during complex system validation efforts exceeding 230 labor hours.
- Conducted 700+ compliance and validation inspections, identifying and resolving critical infrastructure deficiencies.
- Supported high-visibility system qualification trials, completing 100+ evaluation reports and resolving post-event discrepancies.
- Managed full procurement lifecycle for 600+ components, issuing and tracking 100+ purchase orders to maintain project schedule adherence.
Advanced Electronics Computer Field
United States Navy, USN
Everett, WA
06.2016 - 06.2020
- Performed and supervised 1,500+ preventative maintenance checks and system repairs in high-tempo operational environments.
- Served as Lead Engagement Manager for 700+ missions, achieving a 97% success rate and leading the top-ranked operational team within the fleet.
- Oversaw daily operations as Work Center Leader, managing personnel scheduling, resource allocation, performance reporting, and training programs.
- Delivered 120+ hours of technical instruction, improving team readiness and onboarding efficiency.
- Awarded Good Conduct Medal; maintained Top Secret Clearance.
Quality Systems & Compliance Communications
Pfizer
Collegeville, PA
05.2012 - 09.2015
- Supported implementation and oversight of enterprise Quality Systems software, improving reporting accuracy and data accessibility.
- Delivered analytical insights for development of a self-diagnosing pharmaceutical reference platform linking 10,000+ prescription correlations.
- Contributed project recommendations for development of a mobile health application focused on patient self-care.
- Planned and facilitated training sessions for 40+ employees on new systems and workflow improvements.
- Designed and optimized internal communication tools to enhance user engagement and customer experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05-2022
Skills
- Program & Portfolio Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Earned Value Management (CPI/SPI)
- Integrated Master Scheduling (IMS)
- Risk & Issue Management
- Budget & Cost Control
- Lean Process Improvement
- Predictive Maintenance Strategy
- Regulatory & Compliance Oversight
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Stakeholder & Executive Reporting
- Technical Systems Modernization
Certification
- Active Secret Clearance (Previously Held Top-Secret Clearance while in Navy)
- PMP (In Progress)
- Licensed Real Estate Agent
Timeline
Project Manager / Deputy Project Manager
NDI Engineering
12.2021 - Current
On-Site Representative / Engineering Technician
NDI Engineering
09.2020 - 11.2021
Advanced Electronics Computer Field
United States Navy, USN
06.2016 - 06.2020
Quality Systems & Compliance Communications
Pfizer
05.2012 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Rowan University
TECHNICAL & MANAGEMENT TOOLS
- Microsoft Project | Primavera P6 | JIRA | Confluence
- SharePoint | Tableau | Power BI
- Oracle | Salesforce
- AutoCAD | MATLAB
- MS Office Suite