Jim Davies
Orlando
Summary
Results-driven technology leader with extensive experience in development, implementation, and operational leadership. Expertise in Fiber, HFC, Wireless networks, new technology deployments, fiscal efficiency, and strategic analysis. Proven ability to develop and execute roadmaps that enhance company performance. Adept at managing technical projects from inception to completion while ensuring timely delivery within budget.
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Consultant
Integrity Broadband
08.2022 - Current
- Worked as an expert supporting FTTx rollouts and wireless integration with networks. This includes converged network deployments, High and Mid-Split technologies across HFC networks, new DOCSIS deployments across new and existing networks, and equipment selection for various network architectures.
- Collaborated with multiple internet service providers implementing operational best practices, processes, as well as operational management for vendor selection of construction services, fiber manufacturer selection, and design and locating service providers.
- Orchestrated comprehensive network audits and optimization strategies for a diverse portfolio of telecommunications clients resulting in an increase in network efficiency and cost reduction in infrastructure maintenance over 12 months.
Vice President Field Engineering
Charter Communications/Spectrum
02.2013 - 08.2022
- Directed end-to-end facets of System Engineering performance for Spectrum across the Florida Region from September 2019 to August 2022, the South Region from April 2014 to September 2019, and the TNLA area from April 2013 to April 2014.
- Managed OSP construction of 800+ miles per year as well as managing a capital budget of over $300M and an operational budget of $100M.
- Led the Regional Operations Center (ROC) for the South and Florida Regions establishing enhanced outage resolution standards. Implemented streamlined processes that improved Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) by 25% and accelerated plant impairment resolution.
- Managed Fulfillment teams, installation vendors, workforce management applications and dispatching as Director of Technical Operations with the TNLA/AL team.
- Delivered exceptional services in launching various new products including digital workforce management, FTTH rollout, Public Wi-Fi deployment, DOCSIS 3.0+ device, and spectrum implementation across multiple regions.
- Managed RDOF planning and construction across the Florida region.
Data Center Engineering Manager (Western US), Director of Technical Operations and Engineering
Comcast
04.2002 - 02.2013
- Responsible for Engineering, Fulfillment and Construction Operations for the Little Rock Arkansas and Memphis Tennessee markets.
- Responsible for all Technical Operations and Engineering Capital and Operational budgets.
- Improved installation and service metrics to same day repair and installation on average under 3 days.
- Oversee installation and drop bury vendors for the market.
- Steered entire development and activation functions of cellular backhaul MSC sites throughout the Western United States for Sprint, T- Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T in close collaboration with local markets and mobile providers.
- Supervised 17 Regional Data Centers distributed throughout the Comcast service area and led a team of 6 engineers in efficiently deploying RDC devices to surpass service deployment deadlines.
- Directed strategic planning and implementation of capacity expansion projects resulting in a 40% increase in data handling capabilities while maintaining 99.99% uptime across regional data centers enhancing service delivery for millions of subscribers.
- Chaired cross-regional initiatives for data center virtualization achieving a 25% reduction in operational costs and energy consumption while enhancing scalability and flexibility across Western US centers.
Sr. Systems Engineer, Applications Engineer
ADC Telecommunications
01.1997 - 04.2002
- Project manager for MSOs, system-level expert with ADC software and hardware, and supported Sales teams as Pre-Sales Engineer.
- Implemented and supported new Homeworx Circuit Switched Telephony Technical Assistance Center (TAC) supporting all ADC circuit- switched telephony customers globally with 24x7 tier 3 support.
- Engineered comprehensive technical solutions for large-scale video and RF projects, achieving increases in operational efficiency by leveraging advanced ADC hardware and software features.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and deploy tailored network solutions enhancing service delivery capabilities and contributing to a nearly 30% reduction in incident resolution time by utilizing advanced diagnostic and monitoring tools.
Education
Advanced, Master Technician - Business-Operational Management, NCTI
Arapahoe College (NCTI Partnership)
Littleton, Colorado01.1996
Skills
- Financial Controls
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Fulfillment Operations
- Risk Assessment, Mitigation
- KPI and Data Analysis
- Network Design and Monitoring Software
- Team Leadership and Mentoring
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Public speaking
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Outcome accountability
- Project management
Affiliations
- President, Razorback Chapter SCTE (Society of Telecommunications Engineers)
- 2004-2006
- Member Engagement – Encouraging participation among members, growing chapter membership, and fostering an active learning community.
- Liaison with SCTE National – Communicating with SCTE headquarters, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, and promoting national initiatives within the chapter.
- Arkansas One-Call Board Member Arkansas One-Call
- January 2001 - January 2003
- Participated in board meetings involving improvements to the One-Call system for utilities across Arkansas.
Timeline
Principal Consultant
Integrity Broadband
08.2022 - Current
Vice President Field Engineering
Charter Communications/Spectrum
02.2013 - 08.2022
Data Center Engineering Manager (Western US), Director of Technical Operations and Engineering
Comcast
04.2002 - 02.2013
Sr. Systems Engineer, Applications Engineer
ADC Telecommunications
01.1997 - 04.2002
Advanced, Master Technician - Business-Operational Management, NCTI
Arapahoe College (NCTI Partnership)
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