Ralph Wright Email & Phone Number

Basking Ridge, Nj, Us

As a project manager in the Global Network and Technology organization, I help build the next generation transport network for Verizon. Driving the full implementation of services from network planning to engineering, material management and installation and service test phases my role is challenging, exiting and rewarding. Responsible to ensure all stakeholders vertical and horizontal are aligned, informed and engaged.* Produce and communicate nationwide performance reports* Drive operational teams to complete project tasks* Understand network equipment technology such a NGM ROADMs, Ultra Long Haul (ULH), OM96 circuits, routers, Power/Space/Cooling and all aspects to deliver backhaul transport

Responsible for the management of over $5M contract value projects providing industry leading Honeywell fire life safety systems in data centers, high-rise residential towers and multi-tenant commercial business parks. * Use project management skills to maintain and exceed project metrics and reduce deviation.* Submit documentation such as RFIs, RFPs, submittals, SOV, invoices, etc. to comply with contractual obligations.* Manage contracts and subcontractors to ensure delivery of scope of works and capture change orders.

Basking Ridge, Nj, Us

Verizon is one of the largest telecommunications companies in the world. They are driving next generation digital networks that will deliver a better, more connected life.* Consultant for Verizon services responsible to manage the complete life cycle of highly complex next generation fiber-optic transport network, services and equipment.* Track and manage project queues from planning, fund appropriation, detailed engineering, hardware ordering, materials received, construction and installation, and network element test and acceptance.* Coordinate the cross-functional activities of both remote and local teams in a matrix envirnoment.

Kista, Stockholm, Se

Ericsson is a world leader in communications technology and services. As a senior Engineering Manager in the North American Network Operations organization, my key responsibilities included:*Provide team leadership for network integration and configuration services; coaching and mentoring; conduct salary reviews, budget planning and forecasting*Drive the software development and solution deployment for automated integration services *Lead the field integration services of a multi-million dollar deployment of Ericsson radio equipment*Collaborate with the customer account teams by providing technical sales support and resources*Create operational and governance documentation (MOPs, SLA, WLA's); manage customer relationship and resolve issues

Espoo, Southern Finland, Fi

Nokia provides the global market with the technology and services to connect the world.As a field test engineer, I tested pre-production software for mobile phone devices operating on North American wireless networks. My main responsibilities *Travel to North American cities and locations to perform drive-testing of devices*Conduct lab testing and research using knowledge of 3GPP/GSM specifications*Collaborate with R&D teams in Finland on results and expectations*Ensure mobile phone software was virtually 100% free of critical run-time errors

Kista, Stockholm, Se

As part of the Project Management Office team, I was responsible for managing the national deployment of Ericsson OEM netwok equipment and software. Technical competence in wireless technologies, testing methods and project execution. **Trained in formal Professional Project Management methodologies (PMP)** *Network commisioning, configuration and integration services