Faisal Sultan Email & Phone Number

Telecom Projects Financial Management• Manage day-to-day financials and monitor cost control for telecom infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with project budgets.• Assist in surveying, estimating, and coordinating tasks across assigned telecom projects.• Prepare and submit project quotations aligned with customer needs and internal policies.• Provide support in budgeting, PO management, and job cost control in internal management system for effective financial management.• Oversee weekly measures and update data in internal management system to ensure accurate financial tracking and project reporting.

Abidjan, Côte D'Ivoire

Project: MTN RAN & MW Rollout/Expansion/Upgrades• Implementation of Nokia Airscale SBTS and Nokia Microwave MPR & Wavence MW-Radio (UBTs).• Managed end-to-end execution of RAN and Microwave rollout, swap, expansion and upgrade projects.• Supervised subcontractors and provided technical support to ensure timely task completion and quality outcomes.• Managed site supervision and project coordination to ensure compliance with project specifications and timelines.• Coordinated logistics by preparing SMRs, managing warehousing, and developing Site Operation Templates (SOTs), Work Packages (WPs), and Site Management Plans (SMPs) using Nokia tool NDPd.• Ensured quality assurance through QHSE compliance, conducting field audits, and utilizing the Nokia tool NDPc for HSE verification.• Managed customer POs and ensured supplier PO issuance and verification for accurate invoicing.

Lomé, Maritime Region, Togo

Project: Togocom RAN & MW Rollout/Expansion/Upgrades• Implementation of Nokia Airscale SBTS and Nokia Microwave MPR & Wavence MW-Radio (UBTs).• Managed end-to-end execution of RAN and Microwave rollout, swap, expansion and upgrade projects.• Supervised subcontractors and provided technical support to ensure timely task completion and quality outcomes.• Managed site supervision and project coordination to ensure compliance with project specifications and timelines.• Coordinated logistics by preparing SMRs, managing warehousing, and developing Site Operation Templates (SOTs), Work Packages (WPs), and Site Management Plans (SMPs) using Nokia tool NDPd.• Ensured quality assurance through QHSE compliance, conducting field audits, and utilizing the Nokia tool NDPc for HSE verification.• Managed customer POs and ensured supplier PO issuance and verification for accurate invoicing.

Islamabad, Pakistan

Project: Telenor RAN & Microwave Transmission Rollout/Expansion/Upgrades• Led the deployment of Nokia BTS SRAN NEC Microwave Transmission systems for Telenor projects.• Coordinated with customers and stakeholders for successful MW/RAN rollout, expansion, upgrades, dismantling, and relocation projects.• Managed SMR & material releases based on survey reports and hardware specifications.• Ensured QHSE compliance through field audits and using Nokia tool NDPc.• Managed customer POs, QC creation, and ensured proper issuance and verification of supplier POs and invoicing.• Utilized the NDPd tool to create Site/Link/SMPIDs, assign tasks, verify acceptance documents, and ensure supplier acceptances (IA/CA).• Assisted managers with financial reporting and documentation across project phases.

Faisalabad, Pakistan

Project: Telenor Managed Services (Microwave Transmission)• Enhance network performance and visibility; oversee MW traffic shifting and MW upgrades for 3G/4G.• Monitor MW performance using PNMSj & Go-Global Client, and provide 2nd level support to field teams for NEC MW iPasolink.• Analyze MW performance and IP packet loss to resolve issues and optimize routes.• 24/7 on-call and field support for MW transmission issues, handle trouble tickets, and coordinate with the MS team & Customer.• Handle microwave outages, hardware issues, and product feature implementations.

Islamabad, Pakistan

Foreign AssignmentDesignation: FDM (Field Deployment Manager)Project: ETISALAT Modernization Project, Abu Dhabi, UAEDuration: Sep 2015 – Mar 2016• Network Implementation: Oversaw 2G, 3G, and LTE (4G) site integration and equipment swaps.• Team Management: Coordinated with Field Deployment Team and managed subcontractors.• Material Management: Prepared and released materials per hardware sheets and engineering files.• Progress Monitoring: Tracked daily/weekly subcontractor progress and site readiness.• Deployment Planning: Managed all aspects of site deployment including installation, commissioning, and quality assurance.Designation: BSS Team LeadProject: Zong 3G Deployment, PakistanDuration: Oct 2014 – Aug 2015• Project Supervision: Led 3G deployment for Zong in North region, ensuring timely task completion.• Field Support: Provided support to field teams and coordinated site activities.• Progress Reporting: Delivered updates on project progress and ensured high-quality deliverables.• Customer Coordination: Managed PAT and FAT sign-offs and liaised with various departments for smooth deployment.

Islamabad, Pakistan.

Project: Telenor Managed Services (Microwave Transmission)• Enhance network performance and visibility; oversee MW traffic shifting and MW upgrades for 3G/4G.• Monitor MW performance using PNMSj & Go-Global Client, and provide 2nd level support to field teams for NEC MW iPasolink.• Analyze MW performance and IP packet loss to resolve issues and optimize routes.• 24/7 on-call and field support for MW transmission issues, handle trouble tickets, and coordinate with the MS team & Customer.• Handle microwave outages, hardware issues, and product feature implementations.

Islamabad, Pakistan

Telenor TRX-Expansion Project• Client Coordination: Ensured timely task completion by coordinating with the client.• Team Management: Oversaw team deployment and site operations.• Technical Support: Assisted BSS engineers with commissioning, integration, and installation of Nokia Ultra/Flexi BTS.• Database Coordination: Worked with Configuration Management on database creation for swap and expansion sites.

Islamabad, Pakistan

NOKIA-TELENOR BTS & MW Implementation Project• Client Coordination: Managed rollout and expansion activities to meet deadlines.• Technical Support: Provided support for commissioning, integration, and installation of Nokia Ultra/Flexi BTS and microwave links.• Database Coordination: Collaborated with CM team on site database creation.• Site Installation: Installed and integrated Nokia Ultra Site & Flexi EDGE BTS.• Microwave Commissioning: Commissioned Nokia & Flexi Hub Manager microwave equipment.• PAT Documentation: Completed PAT documents and conducted PAT visits with client engineers.