Regional Project Coordinator
Norconsult Telematics
Total years of experience :25 years, 9 Months
Acts as Regional Project Coordinator for Saudi Telecom Comapany's Southern Region; oversees and manages the client's various Optical Fiber (FTTH, FTTM, MSAN, Junction, Relocation, Key Account, etc.) projects to ensure that milestones and KPIs are met/exceeded.
Regularly consult with the customer and contractors to ensure that projects are done as per customer standards/guidelines
Manages nine (9) subcontractors, ensuring targets are met on time and work procedures are in accordance with STC's ways of working
Prepares weekly Financial Reports to upper management
Maintains online and offline database to keep track of contractors' progress; supports the contractors on any issues they face on site and on updating the online database
Reports and interfaces directly to Regional Project Manager
Responsible for the SAQ (Site Acquisition)/CME (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) project planning of DPI’s 520 sites for South Luzon (Batangas,
Cavite, Laguna, Rizal)
Manages eight (8) subcontractors (ASPs) and follows up on their deliverables on a daily basis
based on the agreed timeline
Updates the site status of all sites thru a project database/tracker, from TSSR submission to RFTI
thru close coordination with the ASPs on a daily basis
Performs the project planning of site activities via Site Handler
Supports the project manager in identifying deviations from project schedule and keep him
informed about the consequences.
Supports project manager with preparation of project reports and project communication plans.
Support project manager so that project goals & deliverables are clearly defined and included in
project scope within the Project Specification.
Responsible for the project planning and implementation of Ericsson/Singtel’s W900 RAN rollout
Prepares the weekly installation, commissioning/integration and site survey schedule; allocates
the manpower/teams required to achieve the site on-air run rate as set by Ericsson/Singtel
Prepares the material BOQ (RF antennas, feeders, TMAs, feeder connectors, etc.) to ensure the
appropriate quantity and type required to put the site on-air
Coordinates with installation team and provides site technical support such as RF parameters, RBS
configuration, and other issues that may arise on site
Conducts technical site surveys to determine the proposed RBS and antenna locations, feeder
type and routing, etc; Prepares technical design proposals and ensure timely submission for
Ericsson/Singtel’s approval
Coordinates with Ericsson and Singtel counterparts, discuss any site technical issues during weekly
meetings to ensure smooth project rollout
Responsible for the orderly planning, scheduling and coordination of Singtel mobile’s nationwide
LTE 1.8GHz and 2.6GHz rollout/RBS3000 to RBS6000 changeout project
Constant coordination with all project stakeholders - Singtel and Ericsson project management,
Logistics, ASPs, DSP, LTE/RNC engineers in order to ensure smooth project rollout
Reports directly to Implementation Manager and Project Manager, and coordinates with them
closely to ensure that the project rollout is in line with the customer’s target requirements and
Ericsson’s best practices and Ways of Working (WOW)
Prepares the Weekly Changeout schedule and updates as necessary, to be sent out to all
concerned stakeholders
Prepares the daily status report to reflect the number of completed/pending sites for the week.
This report also shows various project details such as license load dates, existing alarms, carrier
activation status, hardware configuration, etc.
Liaise with Logistics management and staff ensuring that the correct hardware type and quantity
(RBS cabinet, RUS/RUW, DUL/DUW, RRUS, PBC-02, etc) are delivered to the site on time.
Coordinate closely with all ASPs on a daily basis, as regards to confirmation/cancellation of sites,
correct hardware configuration/requirements, manpower availability, activity timings, building owner
concerns/requirements, etc.
Liaise with Singtel staff and management team to address all project-related concerns (technical
and administrative)
Coordinate with other Ericsson project teams (LTE, 2G/3G modernization) in order to synergize the
whole Ericsson work process flow and to address common site/project issues and concerns
Liaise with LTE integration support/RNC team to inform them of the daily activities to ensure that
Change Requests (CRs) are available, and enough manpower support during changeout/carrier
expansion activities. Responsible also to make sure that the RBS licenses are generated and loaded
during the specified time frame after the changeout.
Attends weekly project meetings with the Customer to discuss and address all project concerns
(site technical/administrative issues, completed/pending sites, survey schedules, hardware availability,
etc), working towards to meet or exceed the customer’s project requirements
Organizes, coordinates, and plans team deployment, resource requirements and
implementation activities for Digicel’s Phase 5 GSM 900/1800 Network Rollout (RBS 2000 and Minilink
TN)
Manage Installation teams composed of a team leader and installers/testers
Liase with Logistics department with regard to hardware inventory and schedule ensuring that
materials are complete and arrive at the site in a timely manner
Monitor project activity on a daily basis and provides regular feedback/report to Customer
Project Manager as to the status and issues which may affect the quality, cost and deadline set by
the customer
Maintains database/worksheet to monitor and highlight team activities, location, and other
project-related issues; prepares weekly progress reports
Coordinates and plans with the customer the schedules for Provisional/Final Acceptance tests.
Liase on a regular basis with the customer’s Civil Construction Dept. to verify the site’s readiness
prior to telecom installation
Provide technical and administrative support to teams on-site
Conducts RF Technical Site Surveys/TSS (along with Civil Works, Transmission and Site Acquisition)
of new sites as part of Vietnamobile’s GSM project rollout; searches for new candidate sites with the
nominal coordinates/search ring and gives recommendations to back office for further evaluation
Verifies TSV data (e.g., mechanical tilt, antenna orientation, site coordinates, antenna height,
etc.) on site and coordinates with Backoffice engineer for any changes.
Gives recommendations to Backoffice i.e., optimal antenna orientation, antenna height, etc.
Any changes in the technical data are verified by Backoffice before finalization
Coordinates on site with Civil Works and Transmission with regard to antenna height so as to avoid
any conflicts on antenna placement and tower members (guying, anti-twist)
Determines whether the site is “Accept” or “Reject” based on factors such as commercial
viability (if site will cater to potential subscribers), antenna height (site can be rejected if antenna
height doesn’t meet design criteria), distance from nominal point, etc.
Prepares reports for submission to ASPs (subcontractors) and zone coordinators for preparation of
ATP documents
Responsible for rollout, implementation and project management of Sun Cellular’s Transmission
SDH Project in North Luzon (utilizing Marconi LH Radio and OMS multiplexers)
Performs Site Surveys along with SP (service provider) to verify equipment location, cable way
routing, power tapping points, antenna placement, etc. before delivery/installation of equipment
Prepares Logistic Service Requests; segregates and prepares equipment in warehouse (SDH
radios, mux, antenna, waveguides, installation materials, etc.) for delivery to site
Supervise/assist SP in the installation of Marconi LH Radio, OMS mux, antenna, waveguide,
dehydrator and peripherals
Performs testing and commissioning (antenna alignment, initial configuration) of both SDH radio
and mux
Performs testing and commissioning (antenna alignment, initial configuration) of both SDH radio
and mux
Conducts BIS/Acceptance Tests (VSWR, fade margin test, ATPC, BER test, tx output
power/frequency, dehydrator test, etc.)
Rectify deficiencies as noted during Site Acceptance tests
Performs cutover activities - migrate Abis traffic from existing Alcatel, NERA radios to the DDF of
Marconi SDH and route the traffic to the nearest BSC
Prepares Method of Procedures (MOPs) for E1 cutover as attachment to Work Order Request and
Access Pass (WORAP)
Maintains and updates E1 mapping database
Attends weekly meetings with customer to discuss upcoming activities, project status, and other
project-related matters to ensure smooth implementation of the project
Responsible for the preparation of Microwave Link Budgets (FC - “Folha Caracteristicas”) for
Unitel’s Minilik E and TN microwave network, using Aircom Enterprise Connect tool
Performs link E1 upgrades, mw design and optimization plans (rerouting of BTS traffic, DCN/IP
address management of Minilink radios, resolve high and low conflicts, frequency planning and
interference analysis, change antenna heights/radio frequencies, etc.) as per project needs and/or
as per customer requests
Maintains the IP address database for the customer’s DCN network; prepares and updates DCN
network diagrams
Conducts regular meetings with the customer to discuss various transmission issues and provide
solutions to continuously improve transmission network performance
Performs Site Surveys with RF Planning and Site Acquisition group to ensure proper Line of Sight
between BTS and repeater sites; prepares the corresponding LOS reports
Coordinates with RF Planning group as regards activities involving Transmission such as BTS/BSC
rehoming, site integration, TRX upgrades, etc.
Maintains database for RBLTs, IP addresses, MMU IDs and bayface control for Traffic Node
Prepares Weekly and Monthly Reports for the customer’s perusal
Responsible for the rollout and implementation of Point of Interconnection (POI) projects
between Warid and other Bangladesh Network operators (using Minilink Traffic Node, HC, MDRS 155S
and OMS muxes)
Responsible for the rollout and implementation of Warid’s internal EDN (Enterprise Data Network)
network using Minilink Traffic Node (ETU card), providing data connectivity between customer service
centers, call centers and interoffice Ethernet/Internet requirements
Responsible for the dimensioning/equipment provisioning of Minilink TN equipment, antennas
MDRS 155S SDH Radios and OMS muxes and other installation materials required for site installation,
ensuring that all materials are complete before calling off for site delivery
Consults with Transmission Network Design group on the current and future transmission
requirements (E1 capacity, mux plans, link budgets, frequency planning, etc.), site surveys, LOS survey,
etc.
Participates in regular meetings to discuss transmission network growth, implementation issues
and identify bottlenecks affecting network performance
Performs physical installation checks and functionality tests as outlined in the Site Acceptance
Test Procedure
Manages/supervises the Telecom Works activities of accredited Subcontractor
Ensures that the Telecom works is according to Ericsson engineering standards, making
recommendations on how to rectify errors committed during or after installation
Monitors the progress of implementation activities, consulting with various groups within Ericsson
to ensure smooth project flow and tasks are achieved according to schedule.
Prepares and updates Transmission Network Diagrams, microwave links database.
Commissioning and Integration of Alcatel 9400 AWY links
Performs Microwave Site Acceptance activities along with the local team
Provides technical assistance and on-site support to local maintenance team (Alcatel and
Roshan)
Troubleshooting and alarms clearing of existing microwave links (9400 AWY and UX/LX)
Prepares weekly progress reports, outlining completed and pending transmission issues
Performs Site Audit of microwave stations to check the quality of existing installations (indoor and
outdoor) and rectify such installation errors in future microwave installations
Prepares and updates a database of existing microwave links
Attend weekly transmission meetings with the customer, discussing issues affecting network
deployment and integration, future network growth and providing suggestions for network
optimization
Coordinate with the customer’s transmission planning and network maintenance group
regarding current transmission issues and problems that the local team encounters during installation
and commissioning activities.
Coordinate with Alcatel deployment team on hardware/software material concerns, other
technical issues to ensure that installation, commissioning and acceptance are achieved according
to the schedule outlined by the customer
Liaise with Alcatel France on issues such as contract commitments, PO deliveries and other highlevel
technical inquiries
Installation visual inspection check, indoor and outdoor (rack location/grounding, dehydrator
installation, power supply voltage, optical cable between radio and ADM, LAN cables, antenna
polarization, feeder grounding, labelings, etc.)
Initial equipment turn-on tests and operations
Antenna alignment procedures as per link budget calculations (verifying receive level by Craft
Terminal and AGC voltage measurement via multimeter)
Perform the following tests:
- measurement of Tx output power, Rx input signal (via Agilent EPM series power meter
- measurement of Tx/Rx LO frequency (via Marconi counter power meter)
- waveguide return loss (using IFR microwave test set)
- perform local and remote loopbacks functionality
- perform BER intrusive check (using ANT-5/20 SDH analyzer and FMI 14110 variable attenuator)
- EOW functionality
- ATPC dynamic functionality
Supervise site installation works
Performs Site Acceptance Tests as outlined in the Acceptance Test Procedure (ATP)
As Telecom Works Engineer under Project Management:
I. Involved in Sun Cellular’s GSM 1800 Ericsson Phase 4 Change-out (from existing Alcatel equipment
to Mini-link Medium Capacity Microwave Radio, RBS 2206) and New Sites Network rollout in Visayas
and Mindanao Region. Some of the tests and responsibilities involved are:
For Mini-link Medium Capacity Radios:
Ensures that the overall installation complies with approved engineering standards and practices
(proper grounding, labeling of connectors and cables, sufficient tie cables, secure installation of RAU
to mounting pole/antenna, etc.)
Check that the installed antenna diameter, azimuth, polarization, RAU frequency, MMU capacity
is per approved engineering design
Perform 24-hour BER tests
Recording of serial numbers of the various Indoor and Plug-in Units (AMM, MMU, SAU, SMU, etc.)
Verify the primary DC voltage fed to the MMU
Record Transmitter Output Power
Measure Received Signal Level (RSL)
Perform Interference Test to verify that there are no interfering signals
Check that no near-end alarms are active
Perform Traffic Cables and Connection Test
Perform Switch Test on 1+1 Configurations
Perform Hop Test
Make Test Call using the SAU
Perform Fan Alarm Tests
Battery Backup Tests
For RBS 2206:
Perform visual inspection check, ensuring that the overall installation quality is compliant with
approved engineering standards and practices (proper grounding, adequate cable ties on feeder
cables, sufficient spacing for future expansion, etc.)
Check that the installed RBS equipment has correct configuration, BTS antenna has correct
azimuth, etc.)
Record serial numbers of the various 2206 modules (dTRUs, DXU, etc)
Simulation of external alarms (Illegal Entry, Fire Alarm, AC Mains Failure, Rectifier Failure, etc.)
Perform handover test calls (intra-cell)
Perform VSWR, RL and DTF measurements on feeder cables
Verify that DC supply voltage is within specified range
Check that the AFRCH is defined within the OMCR
Ensure that the call quality is acceptable
As Transmission Planning Engineer under Transmission Systems Engineering:
Performs technical site surveys - line-of-sight and evaluation of equipment floor space allocation
of prospective BTS sites; prepares link budget reports
Evaluates Detailed Design Drawings of BTS sites (Greenfield, Rooftop, Co-located, In-building),
noting corrections and modifications to be incorporated in succeeding document submissions.
Attends Transmission discipline meetings with Digitel, Alcatel and Norconsult transmission groups,
and discussing issues such as transmission network optimization, E1 allocations, scheduling of BTS
acceptance tests, and other transmission-related concerns.
Evaluates tenders/bids of various telecom equipment vendors (e.g., STM-16 connectivity
between 2 Mobile Switching Centers). These bids are carefully evaluated - checking for hardware
and software compliance with the specified transmission requirements, conducting clarification
meetings with the concerned vendors, and preparing evaluation reports and recommendations to
upper management.
Prepares cost reference for various transmission equipment as requirement for CAPEX budget
allocations and future network expansions.
Coordinates with Local Exchange Carrier (LEC) Operations group on E1 reservations and
preparation of Circuit Authorization Orders (CAO) for GSM backhaul transmission requirements.
Prepares weekly status reports of various ongoing transmission projects.
Assists in the survey, cabling, commissioning and cutover of Alcatel Optinex SDH equipment
(1660SM, 1650SMC).
Designs and engineers Office Data Manual (ODM’s) of Long Distance Digital Microwave/MOITV,
Junction Fiber Optic Network and GSM sites for Saudi Telecom Company’s expansion projects. An
ODM is a station-dependent document that outlines the guidelines and procedures required for
equipment installation, and thus serves as reference for the Deployment/Installation and Testing
groups. It is also used in the submission of Method of Procedures (MOP) to be approved by the
customer prior to installation. Some of the tasks involved in the preparation of an ODM are:
- Configuration of Intelligent Synchronous Multiplexers (ISM), Add-Drop Multiplexers 16/1
(ADM16/1), DWDM equipment (OLS 80G) and NERA microwave radios, ensuring that they are
engineered and installed according to the overall network design
- Providing technical support to GSM eng’g section regarding the optimal connectivity to the
overall network and on various transmission equipment requirements
- Verification that the site’s material specifications are in accordance to the site’s traffic and
equipment requirements
- Coordination with Survey Dept. on the positioning/location of proposed transmission
equipment (MUX, ODF, DDF/Coax panels, etc.)
- Coordination with Systems Eng’g. Dept. regarding the site’s connectivity in the fiber optic or
Microwave ring
- Assignment of fuse and circuit breakers to the various transmission equipment
- Updating databases for fiber and fuse assignments
- Develops and/or recommends Transmission Network configuration
- Coordinates with Systems Engineering, Survey and Network Planning and Design to plan and
design the growth of the network
- Providing technical support to Installation and Circuit Work Order groups.
- Conducting ocular inspection of existing exchange sites and ensure that the various
equipment (Nera SDH/PDH Radios, Mux, TV Codecs, ODF’s, etc.) are installed as outlined in the
ODM
and responsibilities:
Responsible for the preparation of Network Expansion Plans (numbering plans, homing plans,
etc.) detailing immediate network requirements to serves as basis for the preparation of engineering
details.
Prepares studies on high revenue-generating technologies and value-added network services
for possible integration with existing and future network.
Conducts feasibility studies on the utilization of point-to-multipoint radio, optical fiber, pair gain
systems, HDSL and other access networks relating to telephone service provisioning requests.
Evaluates bids/tenders of various telecom product manufacturers in relation to the company’s
telephone network expansion programs.
Conducts technical/economic studies on the optimization of the local area and systemwide
networks.
Prepares cost data references and equipment dimensioning procedures on Switching,
Transmission and Outside Plant Systems for budget preparations and economic network studies.
Computes E1 requirements relative to the company’s network requirements and
interconnection with other operators.
Conducts site surveys studies relative to future exchange locations and special projects.
Calculates the Theoretical Wire Center (TWC) of a particular demand area.
Attends company-sponsored and vendor-arranged trainings/seminars on various
telecommunication technologies such as wireless networks (GSM, CDMA, DECT, WLL, etc.),
transmission systems (SDH/PDH radio and fiber optics), datacom networks (ATM, Frame Relay, etc.),
switching systems, outside plant networks, etc.
Prepares subscriber demand forecast for that serve as the basis for various line expansion
projects.
Conducts data gathering at various provinces and municipalities (maps and socio-economic
profiles)
Determines the economic growth of each city/municipality as well as coordinate with local
officials regarding future developments within their localities.
Conducts ocular inspection/survey of different cities/municipalities in order to determine the
residential and business telephone demand.
I graduated from University of Santo Tomas (Philippines) with a Bachelor's Degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering Passed the Board Exams on November 1993