Saudi Arabia Project Manager

Ahmad Mutawi

Senior Projects Manager – OSP / FTTH / GSM Infrastructure

+966********* @ *********@*******.*** Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Aug 2009 – Present

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Highly experienced Senior Projects Manager with over 30 years of proven success in leading large-scale telecom infrastructure projects, including OSP, FTTH, and Civil GSM. Adept in managing full project lifecycles, supervising technical teams, and ensuring delivery aligned with client specifications and safety standards. Skilled in stakeholder coordination, team leadership, and technical troubleshooting, with a strong commitment to quality and compliance. Projects Manager

Dorat Al Tal Co. – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Leading OSP and Civil GSM projects from initial design to final handover. Coordinating teams, contractors, and clients to ensure smooth project execution. Ensuring adherence to technical, safety, and quality standards. Apr 2008 – Jul 2009

OSP Head of Department

Batco – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Established and managed OSP division from the ground up. Oversaw procurement, planning, and technical setup for fiber optic systems. Developed SOPs and reporting structure for the department. Jun 2003 – Mar 2008

Projects Manager – OSP, FTTH & GSM

Abdul Aziz Al-Hajaj – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Managed multiple infrastructure projects in collaboration with telecom clients. Delivered end-to-end project solutions from planning to implementation. Feb 1998 – May 2003

Quality & Safety Manager

METCO – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Ensured compliance with STC and Lucent standards on all field operations. Conducted inspections and implemented corrective actions. Feb 1994 – Jan 1998

Senior Supervisor / Line Release Manager / Trainer Lucent Technologies / AT&T – Riyadh, Dammam, Makkah, Taif Supervised cut-over operations and OSP rollout.

Trained field supervisors and inspectors.

Jan 1983 – Jan 1994

Project Manager

HADANIA Corporation – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Delivered large-scale telephone network expansions. Handled cabinet installations and field troubleshooting. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:

VTC Diploma – 1963 -1965

Certified in:

OSP Network Design & Implementation

Fiber Optic Cable Splicing & Testing

GSM Civil Works Supervision

HSE Standards & Quality Control

Jan 1979 – Jan 1983

Supervisor – Outside Plant Works

PHILIPS & LM Ericsson – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Prepared plans and supervised implementation of cut-over and civil works. Nov 1965 – Dec 1978

Network Site Supervisor

EPPCO – Riyadh & Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Supervised excavation, cable laying, jointing, and backfilling activities. Coordinated teams across multiple job sites and ensured technical accuracy. Fiber Optic Tools & Splicing Equipment

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

GIS Mapping (Basic)

Project Planning Tools

Health & Safety Protocols

Telecom Infrastructure Drawings

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Telecom Project Management (OSP / FTTH / GSM)

Fiber & Copper Cable Installation

Project Planning & Scheduling

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination

Team Supervision & Training

Budget Control & Cost Estimation

HSE & Quality Compliance

Technical Issue Resolution

SLA & Documentation Management

LANGUAGES:

English: Professional Working Proficiency

Arabic: Native

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