Kenneth Unpingco
El Paso,TX
Summary
Seasoned Telecommunications Manager with over 25 years of experience working in the telecommunications industry in the capacity of varies telecom positions to include Outside plant Engineer of aerial and underground facilities, Project management of small and large projects, Construction manager responsible for building of large inner city fiber backbones and management of several large city networks. Strong leadership skills in maximizing resources to meet challenging demands. Analytical leader with excellent multitasking and problem solving abilities.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Engineering and Construction
Conterra Networks
El Paso, TX
03.2020 - 01.2024
- Managed all engineering, construction and maintenance of major fiber networks in several states
- Ensemble and coordinated resources required for projects to include employees, vendors and contractors.
- Negotiated vendor and contractor pricing to meet project budgets
- Coordinated resources across departments to maximize productivity levels.
- Worked with department managers and contractors to maintain financial goals.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
Project Manager /Construction Manager
Conterra Networks
El Paso, TX
03.2016 - 01.2020
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Built and established strong partnerships with employees, vendors and contractors.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
- Drafted project construction schedule and updated as job progressed.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Managed scheduling of personnel, equipment and supplies throughout the duration of a project.
- Prepared bids on upcoming projects based on estimated costs for labor, materials and equipment usage.
- Coordinated construction planning, material resources and staff scheduling for several simultaneous jobs.
Systems Hardware Engineer
NASA Space Agency - Space Com
White Sands, NM
03.2012 - 03.2016
- Responsible for Ground and Space Telecommunications networks within the NASA Space Agency network
- Read and interpreted technical drawings, maps and blueprints prior to starting task.
- Maintained RF, analog and IT Digital Network equipment and systems required for space communications.
- Utilized many types of test equipment to troubleshoot and isolate system faults.
- Worked closely with varies NASA departments before, during and completion of NASA space flights.
Construction Superintendent
Pauley Construction LLC.-Dycom Industries
Las Cruces, NM
08.2010 - 03.2012
- Responsible for the installation and maintenance of fiber cable networks for several large telecommunications companies.
- Managed serval Telecom construction crews in Texas and New Mexico.
- Performed construction cost estimate for small and large projects
- Responsible for all required permits for construction projects
- Managed several construction contractors required for project
- Managed small and large construction equipment utilization.
Telecom Outside Plant Design Engineer
AT&T Communications
El Paso, TX
05.2006 - 04.2009
- Designed and engineered aerial and underground cable facilities
Director of Operations
Xspedius Communications
El Paso, TX
08.1995 - 08.2005
- Responsible for the telecommunications operations and maintenance of several large communications networks.
- Managed all operations expenses, budgets and controlled all operating cost
- Managed inside plant technicians
SIte Manager /Telecom Technician
MCI Telecommunications
El Paso, TX
08.1984 - 08.1995
- Assembled and installed communication equipment.
- Tested circuits and components of malfunctioning telecommunications equipment to isolate sources of malfunctions.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding telephone service or technical issues.
- Installed and repaired distribution racks and cables.
- Measured, cut, spliced and installed wires and cables.
- Tested repaired, newly installed or updated equipment to drive proper function and conformance to specifications.
Wideband Technician
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
Sumter, SC
07.1980 - 07.1984
- Installed network interface devices and rearranged inside wiring.
- Tested circuits of malfunctioning telecommunication equipment to isolate malfunction sources.
- Connected wires and cables to terminals and completed necessary paperwork for each work order.
Education
Wideband Technical Specialist -
Airforce Technical School
San Antonio, TX11-1982
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TXSkills
- Telecommunications Fiber construction Management
- Telecom Construction Project Management
- Operations Management
- Permitting management
- Creating strong employee and contractor teams
- Financial and budget management
- Cost control and savings skills
- Superior customer communication skills
- Strong vendor and contractor management skills
- Quality assurance
- Material management
- Scheduling of multiple teams for multiple projects simultaneously
- Creating accurate project cost estimates
Timeline
Director, Engineering and Construction
Conterra Networks
03.2020 - 01.2024
Project Manager /Construction Manager
Conterra Networks
03.2016 - 01.2020
Systems Hardware Engineer
NASA Space Agency - Space Com
03.2012 - 03.2016
Construction Superintendent
Pauley Construction LLC.-Dycom Industries
08.2010 - 03.2012
Telecom Outside Plant Design Engineer
AT&T Communications
05.2006 - 04.2009
Director of Operations
Xspedius Communications
08.1995 - 08.2005
SIte Manager /Telecom Technician
MCI Telecommunications
08.1984 - 08.1995
Wideband Technician
US Air Force- Dept. of Defense
07.1980 - 07.1984
Wideband Technical Specialist -
Airforce Technical School
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
The University of Texas At El Paso