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I am an experienced and motivated Strategic Advisor with over twenty years of professional experience in telecommunications project and program management, client management, business development and wireless network deployment, in both Australian and European markets. With a proven track record of developing new capabilities for the management of telecommunication assets through the digitalization of data and processes, I have demonstrated the ability to manage digital innovation projects to drive efficiencies through new ways of working.As a Client Manager / Operation & Innovation Manager, I provide technical and operational strategic advice to the telecommunications projects, which has allowed me to develop an analytical understanding of the key challenges of large-scale infrastructure projects and best practice techniques for delivering on time and on budget. Furthermore, my experience in preparing project documentation, working with digital and technical experts to develop applications and project tools for internal and client use, and managing rev rec activities across the SAED portfolio to drive efficiencies and control spending, makes me confident in my ability to excel in this role.I have proven experience in a number of Project Director roles across projects in the Australian Mobile Communications Industry. My key clients have been Optus, NBN, Huawei and Ericsson. I have executed these roles within an operational environment where I maintained an excellent execution capability in what can be complex and regulated environments. I have developed excellent communication and reporting skills that allow me to confidently interact with key stakeholders.My experience as a Client/Project Director on projects with Huawei Australia and Ericsson Australia, where I worked closely with the clients to formulate project process and define workflows, provides me with the experience and skill set to assist the client in developing the project scope, financial management, project resourcing and sub-consultant management. Additionally, my experience in creating reporting processes and project meeting schedules, conducting incident investigations, and program management of national projects driving quality, H&S and delivery management, further demonstrates my ability to excel in such roles.

Listed skills include Telecommunications, Project Management, Project Planning, Wireless, and 23 others.