Michael J. Manzella

Pursuing opportunities in City and Regional Planning, Master Candidate at Rutgers University (Edward J. Bloustein School) with a focus in Transportation Planning. Interests include Public Transit, Transportation and Land Use, Intelligent Transportation Systems and Complete Streets. Undergraduate degree from Stevens Institute of Technology in Engineering Management. Previous Professional Experience: Results-driven Project Engineer with three years of accomplished project management experience developing life support systems in space and naval vessels and commercial aircraft engine control systems on time and within budget. Proven ability in directing multi-disciplinary teams at all project phases while managing constantly changing requirements to integrate systems involving hardware, software, electrical and mechanical disciplines. Particularly strong in interpersonal skills, leadership abilities, analytical and strategic thinking, communication and organizational skills, and adapting to new and challenging situations.