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Muhammad Talal (PMP)® Australian Resident

Melbourne

Summary

Experienced Telecom Project Manager specializing in RF Planning and Optimization, known for successfully delivering complex projects, including Managed Services and Rollouts. Proficient in agile methodologies, I bring a detailed understanding of end-to-end project delivery within predefined cost and timelines. My skills in internal and external stakeholder management ensure smooth collaboration, while expertise in resource management optimizes project outcomes in the dynamic telecom industry

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Solution Architect

MTN Nigeria
03.2023 - Current

In my role at MTN Nigeria's Network Division, I focus on providing technical support for 5G initiatives, covering design, rollout, optimization, and daily operations. I efficiently manage multiple vendors, ensuring timely project delivery. Leading RF planning projects like 5G launch and VoLTE activation, I also conduct data analyses and contribute to strategic decision-making through RFP assessments. Additionally, I collaborate with marketing teams on bundle plans and device strategies while supporting business growth with technical insights on investment options, such as band acquisitions and innovative rollout strategies.

Lead Subject Metter Expert

Nokia Nigeria
03.2018 - 03.2023

In overseeing the RF Managed Services project with Nokia for MTN, a major mobile operator in West Africa, I supported the Delivery Head in ensuring successful project delivery. My responsibilities included improving Key Performance Indicators, managing Nokia and MTN Service Level Agreements, and actively participating in the technical evaluation of assigned projects within the managed services domain.

4G/3G RF Roll Out Lead Consultant

ZTE Malaysia
08.2017 - 03.2018

I was responsible for successful delivery and acceptance of Rollout project with U-Mobile Malaysia.

LTE & 4G/3G RF Roll Out Consultant

Ericsson Malaysia
03.2017 - 08.2017

Successfully delivered Celcome Axiata Swap project.

RF Design & Optimization Engineer

JAZZ (PMCL)
10.2015 - 03.2017

Jazz is the biggest Telecom Operator in Pakistan, i was assigned to do RF Planning and Optimization engineering tasks.

Ericsson Pakistan CMPAK LTE Rollout Project

Ericsson Pakistan
09.2015 - 10.2015

Part of a major LTE Rollout Project as RF Engineer.

Ericsson Pakistan Managed Services RF Optimization Engineer

Ericsson Pakistan
06.2014 - 06.2015

Part of a major post Swap MS project in Pakistan.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

COMSATS Institute of Information And Technology
Abbotabad
01.2014

Skills

  • Project Management Professional
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Data Analysis
  • 5G/4G/Volte/VONR/IOT
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Tableau/ Power BI

Certification

  • Project Management Professional PMP
  • 3GPP Standardization of 5G and Key 5G principles by Nokia
  • 5G NR Optimization,Performance Management and Features by Nokia
  • LTE & UMTS Optimization and Product details by ZTE
  • Safety capability and Enablement in Customer Projects by Nokia

Affiliations

Reference will be furnished on demand.

Timeline

Senior Solution Architect

MTN Nigeria
03.2023 - Current

Lead Subject Metter Expert

Nokia Nigeria
03.2018 - 03.2023

4G/3G RF Roll Out Lead Consultant

ZTE Malaysia
08.2017 - 03.2018

LTE & 4G/3G RF Roll Out Consultant

Ericsson Malaysia
03.2017 - 08.2017

RF Design & Optimization Engineer

JAZZ (PMCL)
10.2015 - 03.2017

Ericsson Pakistan CMPAK LTE Rollout Project

Ericsson Pakistan
09.2015 - 10.2015

Ericsson Pakistan Managed Services RF Optimization Engineer

Ericsson Pakistan
06.2014 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

COMSATS Institute of Information And Technology
Muhammad Talal (PMP)® Australian Resident