KARTHIK T
Project Manager
Chennai
Summary
Dynamic engineering professional with a Bachelor of Engineering degree and over 15 years of progressive experience in senior management roles. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and executing complex projects that drive organizational success. Expertise in project management to deliver innovative solutions and foster collaboration in new opportunities. Committed to achieving excellence through strategic planning and effective stakeholder engagement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Manager
Bharti Airtel Ltd.
Chennai
02.2015 - Current
- Directed partnership and governance initiatives to deliver Ready for Active Installation (RFAI) for new constructions, sector enhancements, and technology upgrades.
- Coordinated with installation partners to ensure deployment aligned with the Monthly Deployment Plan (MDP).
- Scheduled weekly deliveries with fiber and microwave teams for efficient execution.
- Carried out gap analyses during various deployment stages, including Survey Order (SO), RFAI, media readiness, integration, and on-air status.
- Collaborated with the planning and business divisions to resolve new site demands and congested cell issues.
- Spearheaded the implementation of small cells, Lamp Cells Radio Access Network (RAN), and new In-Building Solutions (IBS) for B2B clients.
- Reported financial air vs. Capitalization status and material reconciliation are conducted regularly.
- Planned monthly rollouts of materials, following the MDP, and developed Monthly Implementation Plans (MIPs).
- Engaged with internal stakeholders to accomplish successful site deliveries.
- Drove IBS extension initiatives and superior site delivery for B2B requisites.
- Handled essential sector additions and FDD/TDD technology upgrades as per business needs.
- Private 5G was successfully deployed nationally for the first time in a real-time use case.
Team Leader
TDS Management B/O Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd
Chennai
04.2013 - 02.2015
- Supervised a site acquisition team for 4G eNode B tower installations in the Chennai area.
- Ensured site validation in accordance with management guidelines.
- Coordinated with functional teams such as RF Planning, Legal, Deployment, and Operations & Maintenance for site acquisition.
- Negotiated initial rental agreements and documentation with property owners.
- Collaborated with external legal teams to finalize site acquisitions, ensuring legal compliance, and complete documentation.
- Acted as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for the site agreement registration project within the central cluster.
- Generated Management Information System (MIS) reports for the Senior Manager of the Circle Real Estate Function.
- Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
Supervisor
Indus Towers Limited
Chennai
06.2009 - 04.2013
- Managed infrastructure issues across 120 sites in Chennai, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
- Supervised maintenance staff and technicians to optimize site performance.
- Collaborated with major telecom operators including Airtel, Vodafone, Idea, Tata, and BSNL.
- Executed biannual preventive and corrective maintenance for all managed sites.
- Adhered to SME team directives for implementing preventive and corrective measures.
- Verified completeness of tasks and maintained accurate routine records.
- Coordinated team efforts for installation, inspection, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems.
- Assessed material and equipment requirements and ensured proper usage.
- Facilitated the transfer of equipment and personnel among projects as required.
- Supervised heating and ventilation system operations and overall maintenance.
- Maintained comprehensive infrastructure inventory databases and necessary documentation.
Education
MBA - System Management
Madras University
01.2013
B.E - Electronics and Communication Engineering
Anand Institute of Higher Technology
05.2009
Skills
Telecom operations management
Program Management, Active Equipment Installation and Integration, Deployment Site Acquisition & Infra Deployment, Estate Management,Cross-functional collaboration, Operations & Deployment Functions
RECOGNITIONS
I-Appreciation silver card — Feb 2011, Honored with the I-Appreciation silver card by the CEO and Acquisition Head of Indus for outstanding problem-solving capabilities and effective solution implementation in February 2011., Award from CEO for best coordination with multiple teams — 2018, Received a CEO award for outstanding coordination with multiple teams and successful project delivery in 2018-2019.
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge
COMPUTER PROFICIENCY
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI)
PERSONAL PROFILE
- Father’s Name: R Thirumalai
- Gender: Male
- Nationality/Locality: India / Chennai
- Locality: Chennai
Timeline
Sr Manager
Bharti Airtel Ltd.
02.2015 - Current
Team Leader
TDS Management B/O Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd
04.2013 - 02.2015
Supervisor
Indus Towers Limited
06.2009 - 04.2013
B.E - Electronics and Communication Engineering
Anand Institute of Higher Technology
MBA - System Management
Madras University