Walid S.
Wireless Private Network Deployment Manager @Rogers Communications
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WORK HISTORY
Wireless Private Network Deployment Manager @Rogers Communications
Spearheaded deployment of mission-critical private LTE/5G networks for enterprise clients in Oil & Gas and Mining sectors under Network-as-a-Service (NAAS) model•Architected end-to-end project scope and establishing delivery blueprint for all private network engagements•Led strategic bidding process; conducted site bid walks, prepared RFQs, and negotiated optimal pricing•Orchestrated all project phases from initiation to handoff, managing equipment staging and integration while mitigating schedule risks•Chaired executive-level progress meetings with C-suite stakeholders from major energy and mining corporations•Directed cross-functional teams including system engineers and field crews, enforcing strict safety standards
EDUCATION
University of Alberta
Bachelor Bsc-Bed, Mathematics and Physics Sciences
MacEwan University
Academic Upgrading , Études générales
CNFP
Telecommunication Diploma, Telecommunications
ABOUT WALID S.
A results-driven Wireless Executive with over 20 years of international experience leading end-to-end network deployment projects across Canada and global markets. I specialize in architecting mission-critical private LTE/5G networks, specifically within the Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) model for enterprise clients in the Oil & Gas and Mining sectors.Throughout my career at Tier-1 carriers like Rogers, Bell, and TELUS, I have established a proven track record of:Strategic Leadership: Managing multi-million dollar CAPEX budgets and leading cross-functional teams of engineers and field crews.Project Mastery: Directing complex, large-scale 5G deployments from initiation to handoff, ensuring projects are delivered on time and under budget using SAP and KPI tracking.Executive Engagement: Chaired progress meetings with C-suite stakeholders, navigating high-stakes negotiations and strategic bidding processes (RFQs).Technical Expertise: Deep mastery in 5G, LTE, BSS Macro sites, and private network blueprints.I am passionate about building high-performing teams, optimizing processes, and driving business growth in highly competitive and challenging environments.Core Expertise: 5G & LTE Private Networks | NaaS | Strategic Planning | P&L Management | Stakeholder Management | RF Planning | Network Integration | Infrastructure Deployment.
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