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Muhammad Waqas Tariq
Project Manager
Faisalabad
Summary
I am Telecom Engineer with 8 years of experience. I am Resourceful Project Manager with years of expertise in organizing business operations, financial oversight and resource management to achieve smooth flow and project operations. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions. I have hands-on experience with various telecom equipment, tools, and software in RF Domain. I have strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, allowing me to diagnose and resolve complex issues efficiently. My experience given me the ability to work independently or as part of a team, manage projects, and communicate effectively with stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and colleagues.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Project Manager
Exceleron Communications
Faisalabad
10.2020 - Current
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
National Team Lead (Mobilink/ZONG/Telenor Project)
Exceleron Communications
Lahore
08.2018 - 10.2020
- Review daily plan for the teams.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Coordination with DT Team Leads for smooth work flow and providing technical guidance .
- Support of Team Leads for Preparation and Submission of Drive test reports to the customer.
- Provide support for the preparation and submission of Drive Test reports to the customer.
- Optimization and performance enhancement by identifying area for re-design, conduct DT for data collection, recommending redesign in Antenna Tilt, height and Azimuth.
- Solving VIP complaints with regards to radio related problems and give suggestions.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Regional Team Leader (Mobilink and ZONG Projects)
Exceleron Communications
Lahore
03.2016 - 08.2018
- Managing teams of multiple Drive test Engineers.
- Making daily activity plan for teams.
- Coordination with Drive test teams in field for smooth work flow and providing technical guidance.
- Preparation and Submission of Drive test reports to the customer.
- Log file Analysis for identification and rectification of Quality and Coverage issues.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Team Lead and Report Analyst (ZTE Mobilink Swap)
SKBRO Pvt Limited
Multan
03.2016 - 07.2016
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
- Managing teams of multiple Drive test Engineers.
- Making daily activity plan for teams.
- Coordination with Drive test teams in field for smooth work flow and providing technical guidance.
- Preparation and Submission of Drive test reports to the customer.
- Log file Analysis for identification and rectification of Quality and Coverage issues.
Drive Test and Reporting Analyst(LTE and CDMA)
UCE Pakistan Telecommunication company Pvt. Ltd.
Lahore and Islamabad
09.2014 - 02.2016
- Worked as Drive Test and Reporting Analyst on Huawei/PTCL LTE and CDMA Project.
- Worked on both at IBS sites and outdoor sites for SSV and for special testing on Genex Probe and Pilot Pioneer.
- Responsible for Cluster Drive Test and Optimization.
- Handling customer complaint, issue rectification and final recommendation.
- Handling Single Site Verification issues like Coverage, Throughput, Attach & Detach test and Ping delay etc.
- Drive Test logs analysis using Genex Assistant.
- Soft & Hard parameter optimization to improve RSRP & SINR using Genex Assistant.
- Identify LTE coverage hole and perform parameter optimization.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Drive Test Internee at Ericsson Warid Project
Exceleron Communications
Lahore
07.2014 - 08.2014
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Wireless and Transmission Internee at PTCL
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited
Faisalabad
10.2013 - 12.2013
- Understanding of Wireless and Transmission network.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSc in Telecommunication Engineering
Government College University Faisalabad
Faisalabad 09.2007 - 07.2011
Skills
Project planning and development
undefinedSoftware
Google Earth
Genex Probe and Assistant
Pilot Pioneer
MapInfo
TEMS Investigation
Nemo Outdoor and Analyzer
Pilot Navigator
ACTIX
Interests
Cricket
Football
Movies
Timeline
Project Manager
Exceleron Communications
10.2020 - Current
National Team Lead (Mobilink/ZONG/Telenor Project)
Exceleron Communications
08.2018 - 10.2020
Regional Team Leader (Mobilink and ZONG Projects)
Exceleron Communications
03.2016 - 08.2018
Team Lead and Report Analyst (ZTE Mobilink Swap)
SKBRO Pvt Limited
03.2016 - 07.2016
Drive Test and Reporting Analyst(LTE and CDMA)
UCE Pakistan Telecommunication company Pvt. Ltd.
09.2014 - 02.2016
Drive Test Internee at Ericsson Warid Project
Exceleron Communications
07.2014 - 08.2014
Wireless and Transmission Internee at PTCL
Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited
10.2013 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - BSc in Telecommunication Engineering
Government College University Faisalabad
09.2007 - 07.2011
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