Sumanth Bodavula
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Telecommunications and data center infrastructure professional with 3+ years of experience coordinating network and connectivity projects across telecom and hyperscale data center environments. Experienced in fiber-optic technology, WAN point-to-point connectivity, Layer 1/Layer 2 troubleshooting, network path elements, vendor management, circuit provisioning, E2E testing, and project documentation. Skilled in coordinating vendors and cross-functional teams, managing project timelines, validating technical deliverables, and maintaining accurate circuit and acceptance records in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Center Network Project Coordinator
Meta
Los Lunas, New Mexico
12.2024 - Current
- Coordinate hyperscale data center network connectivity projects involving fiber optics, WAN point-to-point circuits, router ports, patch panels, DWDM, and transport equipment from deployment through acceptance.
- Manage vendor activities including quotations, bid documentation, delivery schedules, project requirements, and contractual deliverables, ensuring alignment with project specifications and timelines.
- Lead project kickoff and recurring status meetings with vendors, network engineering, provisioning, field operations, and project stakeholders; track dependencies and escalate delivery risks.
- Coordinate patching requirements and E2E testing, ensuring required patch cords, network resources, test schedules, and technical resources are available for circuit turn-up.
- Validate vendor test results, turnover packages, installation documentation, and acceptance records, ensuring completeness and accuracy before project handoff.
- Maintain accurate Install Date, Acceptance Status, Physical Circuit ID, and network records, supporting operational readiness and downstream billing requirements.
- Support Layer 1 and Layer 2 troubleshooting of fiber paths, physical connectivity, router ports, WAN circuits, and transport equipment while coordinating resolution across technical teams.
- Conduct and coordinate vendor surveys to validate site and connectivity requirements, identify deployment constraints, and support accurate project planning.
Telecom Network Project Coordinator
TCS
Hyderabad, India
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Coordinated telecom network projects involving fiber connectivity, WAN point-to-point circuits, circuit provisioning, installation, testing, and service activation.
- Obtained and evaluated vendor quotations and bid information, coordinated project requirements, and followed up on vendor deliverables, installation schedules, and contractual commitments.
- Worked with vendors, field engineers, provisioning teams, and internal stakeholders to coordinate deployments, resolve dependencies, and maintain project timelines.
- Supported Layer 1/Layer 2 troubleshooting across WAN circuits, fiber links, network ports, patch panels, and physical connectivity paths.
- Coordinated E2E circuit testing, reviewed vendor test results, and verified technical documentation, turnover packages, and acceptance requirements prior to project closure.
- Maintained accurate circuit records including installation dates, physical circuit IDs, acceptance status, test results, and service activation information.
- Supported vendor surveys and site readiness activities to validate connectivity requirements, identify deployment constraints, and coordinate required resources.
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology And Management
Cumberland University
Lebanon, TN12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology Engineering
Vignan’s University
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh05-2022
Skills
Telecommunications: Fiber Optics, WAN Point-to-Point, Circuit Provisioning, Circuit Turn-Up, Service Activation, E2E Testing
Network Infrastructure: OSI Layer 1 & Layer 2, Router Ports, Patch Panels, DWDM, Transport Equipment, Ethernet, TCP/IP, Physical Connectivity
Vendor & Project Management: Vendor Management, RFQ/Quotation Coordination, Bid Documentation, Contract Deliverables, Vendor Surveys, Installation Scheduling, Project Tracking, Stakeholder Management, Risk Escalation
Documentation & Operations: Test Results, Turnover Packages, Acceptance Management, Physical Circuit IDs, Installation Records, Network Documentation
Tools: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Ticketing & Project Management Systems
Timeline
Data Center Network Project Coordinator
Meta
12.2024 - Current
Telecom Network Project Coordinator
TCS
12.2021 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Information Technology And Management
Cumberland University
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology Engineering
Vignan’s University