Talha Ghous - PMP®

Experience

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  Pak Datacom Limited

  May 2008 - Jun 2010

  Network Administrator

  Pak Datacom LtdMarch 2008 – July 2010 (3 years)Islamabad, PakistanInstallation, maintenance and troubleshooting of VSAT network.Perform day-to-day planning and monitoring of NOC according to the approved procedures and daily operations plan.Providing technical customer support 24/7 for complaints Using Network Monitoring Tool for managing customer sites and placing them in subsequent uplink groups.Managing the activation, modification and deactivation of countrywide links.Registering new antennas deployed by the customer and manages the Earth station database.Performing new antenna verification tests as per the Teleport cross polarization isolation requirements Performing different analysis using remote best available equipment to accurately measure satellite signals for carrier to noise, downlink EIRP, G/T measurements, etc.Managing NOC team which operates the country wide VSAT network.Frequency Planning and spectrum monitoring.Repots generation regarding Trouble Tickets issued and their rectification on daily basis.Maintaining the HUB and to make sure that daily operations of NOC are smooth. Identifying the root cause of the problem and solving it in timely manner.Taking internal customer feedback and reporting to NOC manager.Monitoring satellite transponder linear and circular K-u band Link Budgets (Forward and Reverse) Monitoring NOC and Customer support Handling Customer Complains Conduct CPI and Power Compression Test Commissioning and Configuration of Modems Equipment and vendor selection for VSAT according to the designed Hands on Carrier and Carrier technology Administrative work to help the admin department Show less

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  PTCL.Official

  Jul 2010 - Mar 2020

  Special projects lead assigned by CTIO to ensure timely project execution and completion of following PMO functions:• Expansion of PTCL foot print in terms of wired and wireless networks which requires upgrades on existing infrastructure or deployment of new network• Alignment with field teams and vendor to ensure commitments are met and commitments are delivered on time.• Reconciliation of invoices shared by OMOs and analysis of any savings that can be achieved by optimizing deployed solutions.• Project lead for Network Transformation Project, transformation of 100 exchanges shortening loop length and deployment of new network elements to cater higher bandwidths• Expense booking for projects rolled out• Lead on synergy projects being carried out between PTCL and Ufone. Show less Undertaking Project Management:1. Control, Implementation and monitoring of Nationwide Projects 2. Project Management Support functions to Development Wireless Region and Development WLL Region.3. To monitor and control project deliverable's and scope on the basis of responsibility assignment matrix, engineering design, network diagrams and technical solution.4. Identify, suggest and implement corrective actions to improve quality of processes involved in project implementation and roll-out.Communicate Progress Reports/Performance:1. Performance reporting of Projects to the Management.2. Technical Support Functions.3. Collaboration with planning and engineering section for network design, BOQ, specifications SOW , PIP and RFP preparation4. Support to planning and procurement sections for contract conclusions and resolutions of contractual technical issues.5. Prepare and issue the guidelines to field units to ensure engineering quality of the project execution Show less Comprehensive Database Management of PTCL Wireless Local Loop Network.HUAWEI & ZTE EVDO Projects Complete Roll Out Management all over PakistanManage Collocations with OMO's for PTCL SitesImplementation & Super-visioning of PTCL WLL (CDMA,EVO/Wi Max,MW/DRS) Network Roll Out.Implementation of WLL CDMA, EVDO and WiMax Network Development Projects all over Pakistan. Constant Follow-up with vendors, setting milestones and working with budgetary and project constraints.Aligning and tracking Project Requirement's Generate Progress Reports of all Ongoing Projects on Daily/Weekly basis in order to meet Project Management Plan and Performance Baselines. Coordination & Support Functions:Working in close coordination with Planning and other development wings for timely completion of the projects.Supervision and Liaison with vendor for ensuring project targets are met and deficiencies found during that PAT are removed. Control Activities:Ensure compliance with targets, deadlines & ensures compliance with legal & ethical standards, scope of work and contract bindings. Timely escalation of any deviation from Project Timelines due to any reason Show less

  • Senior Manager PMO Technical & IT Projects

    May 2015 - Mar 2020

  • Senior Engineer BSS Development Wireless (Manager)

    Mar 2013 - Mar 2020

  • Assistant Manager, Technical

    Jul 2010 - Mar 2013
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  Etisalat Services Holding LLC

  Mar 2020 - now

  Manager PMO

  • Develop & streamline detailed “Project Implementation Plans” in accordance with scope & strategic priority.• Analyze Project proposals (scope & schedule) in pre-bidding phase for Strategy & Planning stakeholders.• Manage stakeholders to ensure timely execution of projects within allocated budget & locked schedule.• Hold weekly review sessions with internal & external stakeholders to assess project progress and address concerns.• Resource management, alignment & planning to meet the requirement of E2E project delivery.• Develop dashboards to provide visibility (Weekly & fortnightly basis) to Top Management, Internal & External stakeholders/Customers.• Process standardization & implementation of lesson learnt & best practices to ensure overall project governance.• Managing financial activities of the department, which include budget preparation and control, accounting, purchasing, and business planning and management; ensures compliance with company policies and procedures• Ensures that the department is on track to meet the strategic goals• Develops or assists with the development and implementation of policies and procedures consistent with those of the organization to ensure efficient and safe operation of the department• Ensure adherence to milestones, policies and guidelines Show less