I currently serve Ericsson Inc. as a Customer facing Project Manager supporting network rollout activities. My current focus is on managing RAN expansion and optimization projects with a focus on Customer Satisfaction, Quality Products and Services, and Financial Performance and Profitability.• Responsibilities include:• Monitor, report and accurately Manage financial targets and Project Profitability• Managing Customer Projects utilizing the latest processes and… Show more I currently serve Ericsson Inc. as a Customer facing Project Manager supporting network rollout activities. My current focus is on managing RAN expansion and optimization projects with a focus on Customer Satisfaction, Quality Products and Services, and Financial Performance and Profitability.• Responsibilities include:• Monitor, report and accurately Manage financial targets and Project Profitability• Managing Customer Projects utilizing the latest processes and practiceso RAN deployment/upgrades including network Optimizationo Civil Projects including Turnkey Site builds as well as expansion overlayso Switching Center Deployments/Upgrades• Complete Financial management throughout the Project Life Cycle including managing cash flow, WIP, RUC and time to invoicing• Processing of Customer PO’s and Vendor PO’s• Change Control management• Defining and managing Project scope, schedules, and budget• Support and coordination of multiple internal functional teams as well as multiple outside vendors to ensure successful project completion (including Sales, RF Engineering, Installation, Network Integration, Logistics)• Manage project risks and drive resolution to meet customer expectations, project schedules, and budgets• Ensure a consistent high level of customer service and satisfaction• Establishing and maintaining project communications including meetings, documentation, and schedules pertaining to project activities Show less

I served Nortel Networks as a Customer Facing Project Manager with expertise in Wireless Network Deployments including Core Switching Centers as well as large scale RAN/Cell site deployment/Upgrades • Responsibilities include:• Oversight of Large deployment projects for key service providers (Verizon Wireless, AT&T, Sprint, Nextel)• Defining and managing Project scope, schedules, and budget• Project Management from Pre-sales through Project closure• High level of… Show more I served Nortel Networks as a Customer Facing Project Manager with expertise in Wireless Network Deployments including Core Switching Centers as well as large scale RAN/Cell site deployment/Upgrades • Responsibilities include:• Oversight of Large deployment projects for key service providers (Verizon Wireless, AT&T, Sprint, Nextel)• Defining and managing Project scope, schedules, and budget• Project Management from Pre-sales through Project closure• High level of technical engagement and issue resolution• Engaged with multiple functional teams to design, and monitor Customer networks for Capacity needs including Sales, Network Engineering, RF Engineering, Installation, Network Integration, Logistics• Risk Management• Complete Financial and Change Control management• Communication Management• Financial Management for the project life cycle with a focus on Profitability Show less

I worked in the wireless CDMA Commissioning and Integration department for Nortel Networks where I was a Switch technician and site team leader responsible for new deployments, extensions, and upgrades at customer sites. • Responsibilities included:• Organizing, tracking, and communicating project status and milestones• Coordination and scheduling of project resources, including up to 30 technicians• Composing project reports for distribution to Nortel management teams and… Show more I worked in the wireless CDMA Commissioning and Integration department for Nortel Networks where I was a Switch technician and site team leader responsible for new deployments, extensions, and upgrades at customer sites. • Responsibilities included:• Organizing, tracking, and communicating project status and milestones• Coordination and scheduling of project resources, including up to 30 technicians• Composing project reports for distribution to Nortel management teams and customer teams• Ensuring that all Nortel installation process requirements are properly implemented.• On site issue resolution that can impact project milestones, and functional deliverables• Installation and Commissioning of MTX and EBSC hardware and software in the Nortel CDMA product line including DMS, EBSC, Passport, BSSM, and EVDO• Hardware and software upgrades pertaining to Nortel CDMA NBSS and DMS-MTX solutions• Troubleshooting and advanced maintenance and operations of CDMA/MTX network components• Knowledge of data communications, power systems, and electrical test equipment• Installation of BTS (Cellular Base Stations) including installation, commissioning, and integration • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, and various system applications• Working hand in hand with the customer, project management, and engineering depts. Show less