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Mike Farrell

@mikefarrell

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Accomplished Wireless Project Manager with extensive telecom expertise.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that allows me to leverage my extensive project management experience in telecom, focusing on innovative solutions and team leadership while fostering a collaborative company culture.

I am an accomplished Wireless Project Manager with over 25 years of experience in delivering complex telecom infrastructure and network deployment projects. My specialization includes wireless construction, fiber installation, DAS, and Ethernet rollouts. I have a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, managing subcontractors, and collaborating with vendors for esteemed clients such as Comcast, Eversource, and Wipro.

Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in stakeholder communication, conflict resolution, and risk mitigation, ensuring full lifecycle project delivery from planning through closeout. My experience encompasses regulatory compliance, KPI tracking, and regional operations management, which have been pivotal in achieving project goals and enhancing operational efficiency.

In my recent role as an Independent Project Manager, I directed regional wireless telecom infrastructure projects, overseeing field construction crews and ensuring alignment with safety and regulatory standards. I am passionate about optimizing processes and delivering projects on schedule and under budget, leveraging tools like MS Project and SmartSheets to track KPIs and manage project deliverables effectively.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Independent Project Manager

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Independent Project Manager

Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Directed regional wireless telecom infrastructure projects involving OSP/ISP fiber, DAS, and structured cabling. Oversaw field construction crews and subcontractors, ensuring alignment with scope, safety, and regulatory standards. Maintained customer interface, tracked KPIs, and delivered projects on schedule and under budget using MS Project and SmartSheets.

OSP ISP Fiber Structured Cabling Smartsheet KPI Tracking Regulatory

IT and Wireless Project Manager

Symbotic

Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)

Managed nationwide IT and wireless installations in large-scale warehouse automation environments. Designed and implemented MDFs for wireless networks, reducing waste via Lean principles and improving execution efficiency by 15%. Minimized delays by 25% and tracked all project deliverables using KPI frameworks and scheduling software.

Wireless KPIs Warehouse Automation Project Management

Fiber and Ethernet Project Manager

Comcast

Aug 2021 - Present (3 years 10 months)

Managed end-to-end fiber and Ethernet deployments for business clients across multiple regions. Directed subcontractor teams and field personnel while improving resolution time by 30%. Enhanced customer satisfaction by 20% through clear expectation-setting and stakeholder communication.

Ethernet Customer Satisfaction Project Management Telecom

Infrastructure Project Lead

Wipro

Nov 2020 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Led large-scale infrastructure migrations, consolidating multi-site networks into a centralized operation. Oversaw upgrades of wired/wireless networks, VOIP, NVR, and storage systems. Achieved 25% gain in operational efficiency.

Infrastructure Migration Wireless VoIP NVR Storage Systems

Compliance Project Manager

Semafone

Apr 2019 - Present (6 years 2 months)

Managed PCI DSS compliance across telecom infrastructure and client systems in North America. Led service improvement initiatives reducing client issues by 20%. Partnered on network design for secure communications.

PCI DSS Telecom

Telecom Project Director

Eversource

Nov 2017 - Present (7 years 7 months)

Directed SCADA, PLC, and fiber network construction programs. Delivered strategic planning for a $400M+ long-term telecom project, gaining executive buy-in and resource alignment.

PLC Strategic Planning Telecom Projects Executive Buy In

IT Infrastructure Project Manager

State of Massachusetts

Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 5 months)

Oversaw $37M bond-funded IT infrastructure projects, including installation of fiber optic, copper, and wireless networks. Ensured all regulatory requirements and safety standards were met during implementation.

IT Infrastructure Projects Wireless Regulatory Compliance Safety Standards Implementation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Southern New Hampshire University

Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

Completed an MBA program at Southern New Hampshire University, focusing on advanced business principles and management strategies. Developed expertise in various aspects of business operations and leadership.

Wentworth College

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Wentworth College. Gained a strong foundation in engineering principles and problem-solving methodologies.