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Arthur Garrett

Patterson,CA

Summary

Hands-on Project Manager recognized for flawless execution and finding solutions to complex problems. Over 15 years of telecommunication experience. Reliable professional polished in developing scopes and objectives along with maintaining comprehensive project documentation. Commended for unexcelled record of completing critical projects on schedule and within budget.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Project Manager

Infrasevices/QualTek
01.2023 - Current
  • Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
  • Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
  • Presented regular status reports to executive leadership, providing insights into progress made toward achieving key milestones.
  • Mentored junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
  • Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
  • Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
  • Evaluated vendor proposals, selecting those that provided the best value for cost, quality, and timeliness.
  • Championed innovative approaches when faced with complex problems or opportunities requiring non-traditional thinking.
  • Developed and led multi-disciplinary team to redefine problems and reach solutions based on different perspectives.
  • Delivered high-quality results by fostering a culture of accountability among team members and setting clear performance expectations.
  • Spearheaded process improvement initiatives that resulted in increased productivity and streamlined workflows across departments.
  • Conducted detailed post-project evaluations to identify key learnings and areas for improvement, fostering culture of continuous improvement.
  • Facilitated knowledge sharing and skill development workshops for project team members, enhancing team capabilities and project outcomes.

Project Manager

QualTek/Vinculums Services LLC
05.2020 - Current
  • Manage integration for New Site Builds, CRAN, DRAN, CBAND, FWLL, LTE, SA3C and 5G projects
  • Manage Integration vendors to meet on air deadlines
  • Attend meetings and conference calls with the customer or corporate staff to support the efforts of project and market staff management
  • Led subcontractor meetings to convey project requirements, scope, milestones and regulatory compliance
  • Manage external and internal field engineers providing SME services to overcome obstacles and challenges
  • Manage UTRAN engineers on implementation and practices
  • Provide SME consultation to UTRAN venders, construction general contractors, construction PMs and CMs
  • Provide construction team with implementation guidelines and strategies
  • Utilized project schematics such as Radio Frequency Data Sheets, construction drawings and RNDCIQ to complete detailed and highly accurate take-offs
  • Assessed project risks and devised mitigation strategies to avoid potential roadblocks
  • Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance and cost efficiency
  • Set project schedules and oversaw milestones for duration of project
  • Communicated with clients to convey deadlines, scope of work and potential challenges throughout project timeline
  • Managed entire project life cycle from initial concept through final delivery
  • Developed processes to enable consistent on-time deliverables to customers per timelines established in contract
  • Brought projects in on-time and in accordance with budget and quality standards
  • Supported client companies in maximizing strengths, overcoming weaknesses and developing new processes
  • Coached project management teams on recognizing and minimizing risks, using key actual projects as examples

Integration Technician

Vinculums Services LLC
02.2018 - 05.2019
  • Conferred with project managers and other stakeholders to fully understand software design specifications and plan optimal development approaches
  • Combined root-level authentication and authorization technologies with ongoing system design to harden finished solutions
  • Employed integrated development environments (IDEs)
  • Recommended strategies to maximize performance and lifespan of equipment involved in software installations
  • Worked closely with systems analysts, engineers and programmers to understand limitations, develop capabilities and resolve software problems
  • Wrote user manuals and other documentation for roll-out in customer training sessions
  • Identified and resolved complex problems that impact project direction
  • Installed, set up and repaired devices and system components
  • Handled multiple simultaneous deployment projects against strict deadlines
  • Continuously applied quality-improvement methodologies to improve work processes
  • Anticipated and analyzed common connectivity workflow problems
  • Participated in intra-organizational staff meetings to coalesce companywide efforts around meeting prescribed business goals and addressing client concerns
  • Developed requirements for system modifications and new system installations

Lead Tiger Team Technician

Vinculums Services LLC
07.2013 - 02.2018
  • Testing and optimization of cellular equipment including GSM, CDMA, UMTS, and LTE
  • Managed, coordinated and conducted RFI hunting and mitigation
  • Conducted Troubleshooting, replacing and optimizing of RRUs, RRHs, antennas, RayCaps, SIADs, microwave ODUs, Microwave IDUs, LMR, Coax, SFPs, and fibers
  • Climbed poles, towers, buildings, to accomplish various job tasks
  • Operated manlift, or directed crane for non-claimable towers
  • Conducted Microwave planning and installation
  • Conducted PIM mitigation services
  • Conducted sweep testing services
  • Providing SME services to management
  • Crating and implementation of MOPs for new projects
  • Creating templates and walkthrough for submitting customer documentation
  • Meeting with and consulting customers for optimization and implementation of new equipment

Mobile Multichannel Field Equipment Operator

United States Marine Corps
07.2009 - 07.2013
  • Supervised the training of over 120 subordinates on the Support Wide Area Network, Mobile Radio Controller 142C and Wireless point to point link
  • Supervised over 70 operations using satellite, and point to point links with 100% success
  • Provided guidance to officer and staff NCOs regarding telecommunication assets and their functions
  • Systems Planning for the employment and deployment of the Mobile Radio Controller 142C, Wireless point to point link, Support Wide Area Network V1, VSAT Large and AN/PRC 117G
  • Conducted various operations in war time theater setting up, maintained, and operating over 20 RF point to point links and 5 satellite links with minimal down time
  • Accounted for and maintained over 1.9 million dollars' worth of Equipment with zero losses
  • Provided Cellular Field Technician, telecommunication and Satellite communication support thought Helmand province Afghanistan
  • Cryptography Assistant Non-Commissioned Officer
  • Performed duties as Cryptography Work Center Supervisor
  • Managed the SWAN (Satellite Wide Area Network) V3 at a 24/7 NOC

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA

Mobile Multichannel Equipment Operators Course - Information Technology

29 Palms, CA
02.2010

High School Diploma -

Robert Elliott
Modesto, CA
06.2007

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Team Leadership
  • Resource Allocation
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Google Sheets
  • Computer Networking
  • Multi-Unit Operations Management
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Schedule Management
  • KPI tracking
  • Quality Assurance and Control
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Risk Management
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Cell site analysis
  • Training and mentoring
  • OSS
  • DAFI and MUX implementation
  • OTDR
  • Fronthaul and Backhaul implementation
  • BBU installation and integration
  • SIAD installation and provisioning
  • Area tool
  • NEA testing
  • Cellular PSAP and functionality testing
  • Macro and Micro cell site construction
  • DAS installation
  • RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) mitigation
  • Project plan development
  • Technical monitoring
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Cross-functional communication
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Cost control
  • Quality control
  • Project framework engineering
  • Performance monitoring
  • Technical presentations
  • Staff management
  • Vendor selection
  • Self motivation

Certification

  • PIM Master Certification
  • Site Master Line Sweep Certification
  • SWAN certification

Accomplishments

  • Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Led team to achieve the 2020 and 2021 POE for three programs earning recognition from upper management and financial reward.
  • Improved site integration by implementing perquisites increasing the rate of success by over 60%.
  • Promoted to Project Manager due to outstanding field capabilities that achieved significant successful implementations.
  • Constantly recognized for going above and beyond with financial reward.

Timeline

Senior Project Manager

Infrasevices/QualTek
01.2023 - Current

Project Manager

QualTek/Vinculums Services LLC
05.2020 - Current

Integration Technician

Vinculums Services LLC
02.2018 - 05.2019

Lead Tiger Team Technician

Vinculums Services LLC
07.2013 - 02.2018

Mobile Multichannel Field Equipment Operator

United States Marine Corps
07.2009 - 07.2013

Mobile Multichannel Equipment Operators Course - Information Technology

High School Diploma -

Robert Elliott

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Modesto Junior College

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