Marcus Barnes

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Telecommunications 5G Network Development | Open RANProject Manager | A&E | Construction @ MasTec Communications Group
Marcus Barnes's Location
Houston, Texas, United States, United States
About Marcus Barnes

Known for advancing 5G technology while incorporating cutting-edge AI-driven predictive maintenance and infrastructure management strategies and leveraging cross-functional teams to increase project efficiency significantly, establish high service vendor accountability standards, meet and regularly, exceed project benchmarks, and champion operational and financial growth through project success.Cross-functional collaboration is central to my achievements. By working closely with internal functional teams and external vendors like CenterPoint Energy, I have strengthened operational reliability and enhanced telecom infrastructure disaster recovery processes. My recent business analysis certifications, coupled with AI-based infrastructure management, have further sharpened my ability to foster elicitation from stakeholders, identify challenges and implement forward-thinking solutions. These initiatives align with successful project strategic objectives, driving superior network performance and exceptional customer satisfaction.

Marcus Barnes's Current Company Details
MasTec Communications Group

Mastec Communications Group

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Telecommunications 5G Network Development | Open RANProject Manager | A&E | Construction
Marcus Barnes Work Experience Details
  • Mastec Communications Group
    Project Manager
    Mastec Communications Group Oct 2024 - Present
    Washington Dc-Baltimore Area
  • Verizon
    Engineer
    Verizon
  • Verizon Wireless
    Network Assurance | Site & Network Development Management
    Verizon Wireless Mar 2014 - Sep 2024
    Houston, Texas, United States
    • Collaborated closely with construction managers to optimize the process for installing and integrating new Ericsson hardware upgrades (8863 Ground RAN & 5G AIR6419) utilizing ORAN to easily integrate these hardware systems into other vendor systems including Nokia, Corning & Ciena , resulting in a 15% decrease in customer-impacting network outages.• Led the Massive ORAN 5G Project to enhance customer data speeds and improve 5G coverage reliability KPIs by 53% in high-demand areas. The… Show more • Collaborated closely with construction managers to optimize the process for installing and integrating new Ericsson hardware upgrades (8863 Ground RAN & 5G AIR6419) utilizing ORAN to easily integrate these hardware systems into other vendor systems including Nokia, Corning & Ciena , resulting in a 15% decrease in customer-impacting network outages.• Led the Massive ORAN 5G Project to enhance customer data speeds and improve 5G coverage reliability KPIs by 53% in high-demand areas. The project exceeded the data-driven target of a 35% improvement in network capacity by leveraging SON-AI technology to adjust operational parameters based on KPI Performance reports. We leveraged Fujitsu Band 66 AWS 5G & Band 70 Dual Carrier Radios with seamless integration.• Submitted FCC 6409 requests for antenna swaps and equipment cabinet upgrades on both new and co-location sites to ensure regulatory compliance and enable project advancement.• Led internal and external network deployment meetings to discuss network and performance gaps using AI predictive maintenance strategies and met directly with business owners and residents who used Verizon’s Fixed Wireless Asset solutions to solve problems to support their home school or remote business needs in a COVID environment. • Supported five Apple Stores in Houston, partnered with Corning, to optimize in-building performance and equipment setup. Working with construction vendors like Mastec to complete these in-building projects, which improved the stores’ 5G network capabilities. This allowed customers to test 5G devices in-store, contributing to increased iPhone sales and higher customer satisfaction.• Trained Verizon’s in-house team, construction vendors, and OSP service providers on project management parameters and national specifications specific to Verizon projects, ensuring alignment with company standards and the successful execution of initiatives. Show less
  • Fmhc Construction, Inc.
    Senior Construction Manager & Level 2 Integration Project Manager
    Fmhc Construction, Inc. Jul 2013 - Mar 2014
    Houston, Texas, United States
    • Improved risk management by reducing job-related injuries by 50% in 1 year with the strict enforcement of best safety practices. • Led daily project management construction progress conference calls with Nokia Siemens and T-Mobile leadership, providing updates on project milestones, addressing challenges, and coordinating efforts to ensure alignment and timely execution of network development initiatives.• Worked as a Site Acquisition Lead, overseeing the completion of all regulatory… Show more • Improved risk management by reducing job-related injuries by 50% in 1 year with the strict enforcement of best safety practices. • Led daily project management construction progress conference calls with Nokia Siemens and T-Mobile leadership, providing updates on project milestones, addressing challenges, and coordinating efforts to ensure alignment and timely execution of network development initiatives.• Worked as a Site Acquisition Lead, overseeing the completion of all regulatory tasks, lease amendments, and required documentation to secure Notice to Proceed (NTP) for site development projects. This role involved coordinating with multiple stakeholders to ensure compliance with legal and operational requirements for timely project execution.• Assembled and submitted comprehensive Site Candidate Information Packages (SCIP) and Notice to Proceed (NTP) packages for the client, ensuring all necessary documentation, regulatory approvals, and compliance requirements were met to facilitate timely site acquisition and project initiation.• Led New Build site walks and collected essential data to support the Architecture & Engineering (A&E) team in preparing Lease Exhibits, ensuring accurate and comprehensive documentation for site development and compliance with project requirements. Show less
  • Fmhc Construction, Inc.
    Site Acquisition Specialist
    Fmhc Construction, Inc. Apr 2012 - Jul 2013
    · Verizon Wireless sites in Texas & Louisiana· Worked as a Site Acquisition Lead in completing all regulatory work, lease amendments and other documents required for NTP.· Assembled and submitted complete Site Candidate Information Packages (SCIP) and NTP packages for the client.· Led the New Build site walks and gathered the information to assist our A&E team with Lease Exhibits.· Created professionally drafted site sketches to assist the A&E department using AutoCAD and… Show more · Verizon Wireless sites in Texas & Louisiana· Worked as a Site Acquisition Lead in completing all regulatory work, lease amendments and other documents required for NTP.· Assembled and submitted complete Site Candidate Information Packages (SCIP) and NTP packages for the client.· Led the New Build site walks and gathered the information to assist our A&E team with Lease Exhibits.· Created professionally drafted site sketches to assist the A&E department using AutoCAD and Visio.· Reviewed MLA and SLA Lease Documents for language and/or term discrepancies and updates.· Submitted S&S CD’s and Structural Documents to multiple Jurisdictions for Permitting and Zoning approvals. Show less
  • Ericisson/Clearwire
    Site Technician
    Ericisson/Clearwire Sep 2011 - Apr 2012
    · Work Ericsson Wireless sites to make sure all equipment was present and functioning correctly· Took inventory, did barcoding, and took pictures of all equipment. I would then scan all the barcodes, and upload all the information gathered into Plex Online.· I used Plex Online, Excel Trackers (Spreadsheets), and Streets and Maps.· Worked with site owners and/or landlords to gather information about their sites, and to gain access to their sites
  • Costrotta Construction
    Site Acquisition Specialist
    Costrotta Construction Feb 2011 - Sep 2011
    · Work as part of a team of (6) Site Acquisition Specialist on the Sprint Network Vision Project aka “Leap Frog”.· Responsible for managing modification to 40 of Sprints pre-existing telecom sites mainly “rooftop” Private Landlord and MLA’s nestled in NYC metro and Westchester County area.· Complete Scope Documents for Sprint verifying existing entitlements, current design and existing equipment. Scrub Site Agreements, ‘As Built’ and S&S CD’s, ICA’s, Clearwire SLA’s and amendments, for… Show more · Work as part of a team of (6) Site Acquisition Specialist on the Sprint Network Vision Project aka “Leap Frog”.· Responsible for managing modification to 40 of Sprints pre-existing telecom sites mainly “rooftop” Private Landlord and MLA’s nestled in NYC metro and Westchester County area.· Complete Scope Documents for Sprint verifying existing entitlements, current design and existing equipment. Scrub Site Agreements, ‘As Built’ and S&S CD’s, ICA’s, Clearwire SLA’s and amendments, for Subleasing language, Improvements/rights to modify and whether or not LL consent, Notification and/or a Lease Amendment would be needed to complete RF and Backhaul temporary configuration while the final configuration is being finalized.· Identify OOS (Out of scope) items as it pertained to Zoning, Planning, FDNY review process, TPPN, Landmark Sites, Special Use Permitting, Conditional Use Permitting and/or Admin Review.· Work in conjunction with assigned Construction Managers from ALU (Alcatel Lucent) on verifying equipment from site photos taken during previous Engineering Site Surveys to identify best case scenarios for Sprints RF upgrade as it pertains to the antenna array and BTS equipment.· Work with Sprints database “Siterra” daily to identify incidents with the LL in addition to navigating throughout the document library and downloading all pertinent docs needed to make a firm assessment i.e. Lease Exhibits, EBTS, SAP/PSA’s, Structural’s, Load Letters, Zoning Resolutions, W9’s, 2C surveys, etc.. Show less
  • Global Tech Management, Llc.
    Acquisition Consultant
    Global Tech Management, Llc. Feb 2007 - Nov 2010
    Oversaw and managed 75-100 new builds sites for Clearwire, AT&T per year in the NY/TX markets. Responsible for the site selection, leasing and zoning activities as well as the information facilitation required for the wireless sites assigned Functions included: Drive Search Rings to identify and qualify the best available properties for the installation of wireless antenna sites. Influence and obtain property owner consent on the proposed wireless antenna site installation. Coordinate with RF… Show more Oversaw and managed 75-100 new builds sites for Clearwire, AT&T per year in the NY/TX markets. Responsible for the site selection, leasing and zoning activities as well as the information facilitation required for the wireless sites assigned Functions included: Drive Search Rings to identify and qualify the best available properties for the installation of wireless antenna sites. Influence and obtain property owner consent on the proposed wireless antenna site installation. Coordinate with RF Engineering and Construction personnel to ensure that the selected sites meet the engineering, and construction requirements. Negotiate lease, easement and ancillary agreements between landlord and client. Request and/or review a Title Report for the approved site candidates. Assemble and submit a complete Site Candidate Package (SCIP) for client approval. Coordinate and attend the Tech Team Visit with the RF Engineer, Zoning and Construction. Review zoning and construction drawings coordinating RF, Zoning, Construction and Landlord requirements modify as necessary. Procure the landlord’s or appropriate signatory on all required documentation. Completed fieldwork on behalf of the client for Zoning Hearings. Maintained Excel Trackers. Field support on all LL relation’s matters as they arose. Provided solutions by researching and responding to questions and problems promptly. Proposed appropriate action, in case of deviation from the project plan, to the steering group to secure that the project objectives would be met. Show less
  • Barnes Financial Services
    Licensed Real Estate Agent
    Barnes Financial Services Jan 1997 - Feb 2007
    · Marketing Investment Properties· Obtain necessary documents for new client registration· Prepare all newsletter information to go out on a quarterly basis· Coordinate all BFS social media advertising and correspondence with new and existing clients· Conduct Wealth Management workshops that introduce Real Estate Investors to our comprehensive services· Research Site and Deed restrictions per applicable codes or ordinances

Frequently Asked Questions about Marcus Barnes

What company does Marcus Barnes work for?

Marcus Barnes works for Mastec Communications Group

What is Marcus Barnes's role at the current company?

Marcus Barnes's current role is Telecommunications 5G Network Development | Open RANProject Manager | A&E | Construction.

What schools did Marcus Barnes attend?

Marcus Barnes attended Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University, Champion School, Prairie View A&m University, Prairie View A&m University, Florida A&m University Law Review.

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