USMAN HAMZA
Ontario - Mississauga,Canada
Summary
Experienced with leading technical projects to successful completion. Utilizes advanced project management methodologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency. Track record of fostering collaborative environments and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders. Currently pursuing PMP Certification to complement expertise in telecom infrastructure and network systems.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Project Manager – Engineering
GTA (Kelly Telecom)
05.2021 - 04.2025
- Led $2.5M+ telecom deployments for Ericsson, Nokia, Samsung, T-Mobile, and Dish, delivering full-cycle project execution with tight coordination across engineering, field ops, and vendors.
- Managed Nokia Core IP 5G rollout, optimizing staff allocation, forecasting, and PO tracking while automating milestone reporting and client updates using Power BI.
- Drove Dish and T-Mobile 5G initiatives, executing RF testing, EME compliance, interference mitigation, and site-level troubleshooting to accelerate go-live readiness.
- Automated reporting workflows and dashboards in Power BI and Tableau to track financials, POs, BOM/BOQ accuracy, and project KPIs—reducing manual effort and improving stakeholder visibility.
- Streamlined field operations and QA processes, ensuring compliant deployment of fiber, coax, amplifiers, and RF equipment while aligning vendors and cross-functional teams under strict safety and quality controls.
Project Manager– Turnkey Deployments
Netkom Technologies
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Managed full-cycle telecom infrastructure deployments, including routers, passive RF components, ensuring on-time delivery and site-readiness across multiple markets.
- Managed cross-functional teams across parallel projects, assigning resources, tracking performance, and acting as the main client liaison to ensure alignment on scope, timelines, and milestones.
- Supervised RF planning and workflow automation for in-building systems and macro sites, enabling faster deployment timelines through streamlined test cycles and process integration.
- Created and maintained BOMs, schedules, and stakeholder reports, driving alignment across engineering and field teams while improving project tracking and visibility.
- Integrated standardized documentation, enhancing interoperability with vendor systems and reducing onboarding time for new project teams.
Account Manager, Technical Infrastructure Projects
Wateen Telecom
10.2018 - 02.2021
- Managed end-to-end infrastructure projects for enterprise, government, and SME clients, leading network design, deployment of Layer 2/3 switches, SD-WAN firewalls, SAN/NAS storage, and fiber connectivity across data centers and smart facilities.
- Served as the primary client interface, gathering technical requirements, leading solution presentations, and aligning infrastructure designs with business goals for banks, startups, and broadcast networks.
- Led pricing negotiations, vendor evaluations, and procurement planning in collaboration with Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, Dell EMC, and HP—securing cost-effective solutions and timely delivery.
- Created and delivered technical proposals, BOMs, RFQs/RFPs, and stakeholder dashboards, driving project approvals, contract wins, and ongoing compliance with telecom and IT infrastructure standards
Project Manager – In-Building Wireless & IoT Solutions
Clusterous
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Managed smart network and IoT deployments, overseeing RFQs, BOMs, and vendor coordination.
- Led client meetings and presentations, securing project approvals.
- Ensured timely delivery and quality compliance across commercial sites.
Project Manager – Smart Network Projects
Atlas Telecom
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Managed end-to-end deployments of telecom projects, including public safety projects (TETRA/DMR, LMR), overseeing BOQ definition, resource scheduling, and change orders.
- Delivered large-scale DAS, small cell, private LTE, and macro network projects, leading design reviews, installation planning, and quality assurance across high-profile sites.
Project Manager – Wireless Systems
Tawasol Solutions / Aircom International (Etisalat)
02.2013 - 12.2017
- Managed LTE/VoLTE rollouts and in-building system upgrades, overseeing project scope, resource planning, and progress reporting to senior stakeholders.
- Led a specialized support team for VVIP clients, resolving critical 2G/3G/LTE issues with small cells, repeaters, and amplifiers while ensuring SLA compliance and coordinating vendor escalations.
RF Engineer - Field Coordinator
UCE International
02.2011 - 02.2013
- Performed field tests, coordinated field tasks for data collection, and rectified identified issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
CECOS University of IT & Emerging Sciences
03.2011
Skills
- Project management from initiation to closure
- Technical project management
- Team Player
- Effective stakeholder communication
- Team management
- Vendor management and selection
- Requirements gathering and analysis
- Budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
- RFI, RFQ, RFP, BOM documentation
- Agile and Waterfall Methodologies
- Power BI, Tableau, Spotfire proficiency
- Jira project management
- Proficient MS Office, MS Project
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with teams of 90+ engineers to deliver multi-million-dollar telecom projects, including Nokia Core, DISH 5G ORAN and TMO EME.
- Supervised teams of up to 30+ engineers across multiple simultaneous Gulf projects.
- Resolved technical and scope-related issues, reducing rework by 30% through effective field coordination and stakeholder alignment.
- Introduced automation dashboards for real-time tracking of milestones, budgets, and project risks, improving executive visibility and decision-making.
- Managed vendor coordination, resource planning, and client communication, achieving 95% SLA adherence on high-priority infrastructure rollouts.
LANGUAGES
English: Proficient
Full Professional
Certification
- PMP (In Progress- EO Q3 2025)
- Agile Scrum Foundation. Skill-UP
- Agile Scrum Master (ASM) Skill-Up
Interests
- Auto Restoration
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
- Participating in various activities, including standup comedy, cricket and hiking
Work Availability
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Technical Project Manager – Engineering
GTA (Kelly Telecom)
05.2021 - 04.2025
Project Manager– Turnkey Deployments
Netkom Technologies
08.2019 - 04.2021
Account Manager, Technical Infrastructure Projects
Wateen Telecom
10.2018 - 02.2021
Project Manager – In-Building Wireless & IoT Solutions
Clusterous
05.2018 - 07.2019
Project Manager – Smart Network Projects
Atlas Telecom
01.2018 - 04.2018
Project Manager – Wireless Systems
Tawasol Solutions / Aircom International (Etisalat)
02.2013 - 12.2017
RF Engineer - Field Coordinator
UCE International
02.2011 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
CECOS University of IT & Emerging Sciences
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