Naeil El-Kadi
Project Manager
Cairo
Summary
Telecom Project Manager leading complex network delivery from kickoff through handover across enterprise and government accounts. Plans scopes, budgets, and risk controls while managing stakeholder communication, budget forecasting, and customer activity for high-value telecom projects. Guides multiple workstreams to deliver on time, on budget, and with clear progress reporting.
Overview
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Languages
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Certifications
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer 2002
ORASCOM Technology Systems, Cairo
01.2002
- Trained on various drive tests using the Agilent E7475A GSM system to capture RF and call performance data.
- Analyzed RF measurements and call performance data to support wireless network optimization efforts.
- Evaluated site selection inputs and field results to guide network planning decisions.
- Characterized network performance to identify coverage and quality gaps across test areas.
- Investigated troubleshooting findings to isolate interference sources and support corrective action.
- Assessed interference patterns to strengthen wireless signal quality and measurement reliability.
Summer 2000
Systel, Cairo
01.2000
- Managed multiple field service requests per week while supporting wireless equipment solutions for Motorola two-way communication systems.
- Installed microwave links, LASER Links, and GSM radio systems for maintenance assignments across the field team.
- Troubleshot Motorola two-way communication equipment through routine repairs, resets, and on-site maintenance support.
- Supported Sales Department clients by translating wireless requirements into suitable Motorola equipment solutions.
- Coordinated maintenance activities with sales and technical stakeholders to keep work assignments moving smoothly.
Summer 1999
Egypt Air, Cairo
01.1999
- Operate and support CITA and UHF Radio platforms, handling maintenance tasks and basic troubleshooting.
- Monitor wireless performance, identify recurring issues, and coordinate timely corrective actions with technical teams.
- Document maintenance activities and platform changes to support reliable operations and handoffs.
Project Manager
SPIC, Egypt
06.2017 - 02.2026
- Plan and deliver multiple telecom projects on time and on budget, from kickoff through final handoff.
- Lead project kickoff meetings, capture requirements, define scope, and secure funding for approved work.
- Coordinate stakeholders and provide clear status updates to customers, including MoD, Oil & Gas, and industrial facilities.
- Serve as account manager for major customers while overseeing customer activities and business relationships.
- Apply PMBOK and ITIL practices to support planning, service control, and change management across telecom projects.
Voice Network Project Manager
Vodafone, Egypt
05.2014 - 06.2017
- Reviewed outsourced RAN rollout plans against coverage, capacity, quality, and cost requirements.
- Coordinated incident management and CSR remediation across direct and indirect reports to address risks swiftly.
- Built strong relationships with implementation teams and stakeholders to align service delivery with SLA commitments.
- Reported performance data against key indicators to surface service improvements and action items.
- Defined support models and transition processes for moving projects and new services into BAU using PMBOK and ITIL practices.
RAN Project Manager
MATSH System, UK
10.2012 - 05.2014
- Led 2G Ericsson and 3G NSN BTS integration teams, coordinating rollout planning and technical delivery.
- Managed installation, commissioning, and technical integration across project deployments and service changes.
- Monitored SLA performance and suggested improvement initiatives to strengthen service levels.
- Controlled project changes and mitigated implementation risks and issues through timely escalation.
- Prepared senior management and CxO status reports, validated vendor acceptance testing plans, and baselined scope, resources, and schedules.
Integration Engineer
Ericsson Spain, Egypt
01.2011 - 10.2012
- Planned remote integration and rollout activities for BSC and hardware expansion deployments.
- Executed acceptance tests, system and function verification, and first-node integration for BSC/RNC deployments.
- Configured RAN products and delivered software upgrades and updates across supported nodes.
- Performed RAN troubleshooting, outage root cause analysis, and CSR handling to support node reliability.
- Supported product demonstrations and ongoing system support activities for integration stakeholders.
RAN Engineer.
T-Mobile International, UK.
10.2006 - 01.2011
- Managed project coordination, commercial agreements, kickoff meetings, feasibility checks, and site surveys for network solutions.
- Developed technical proposals, solution designs, and pricing while engaging partners and aligning options with customer needs.
- Planned and executed network implementations, swaps, hardware upgrades, and software upgrades across BSS and RAN environments.
- Supported integration testing, migration demos, and technical validation while maintaining BSS and RAN configuration control.
- Coordinated customer groups, specialists, and senior clients, assigned tasks, and tracked progress through meetings and teleconferences.
Switch Engineer/Team Lead.
T-Mobile USA.
12.2004 - 10.2006
- Supported BSS/NSS operations for AXE810, BYB 202, 501, IOG, and APG40 Ericsson switches.
- Performed O&M on Ericsson RBS 2000 and 205 sites, including restarts, reloads, hardware replacements, and software upgrades.
- Planned transmission and provisioning work for migration and integration projects across DACS, ATM, and TDM platforms.
- Troubleshot link performance on T1, T3, OC3, OC12, and OC48 circuits with T-Bert and Sunrise test gear.
- Liaised with telco partners and FOPS teams to close interconnect, BTS, and manual fault issues, using Remedy and OSS tools.
NMC Engineer
Vodafone Egypt, Cairo
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Managed BSS/NSS O&M across AXE810, BYB 202, 501, IOG, and APG40 Ericsson switches.
- Supported RBS2000 and 205 operations through tracing, testing, and BTS performance checks.
- Integrated new sites and expansions, applying change control to additions, deletions, and parameter modifications.
- Handled MSC routing cases, IMSI analysis, and B-number analysis for call routing support.
- Monitored DXX circuits and liaised with Telecom Egypt and Mobinil to resolve interconnect faults.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Computer Engineering
Higher Technological Institute
Egypt01-2003
Skills
Project management and coordination
Budget management
Strategic planning
PMBOK processes and standards
ITIL processes and standards
Network rollout planning
Network implementation management
Change control management
Service level management
Risk mitigation planning
Stakeholder management
Vendor coordination
Radio access network integration
Network performance monitoring
OSS tools
Contract negotiation
Statement of work management
Procurement coordination
Executive reporting
Benefits realization
Service improvement planning
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 14th August 1980
- Nationality: British Egyptian
Certification
2012 PMP Preparation Course
Technical Courses
- GSM System Survey
- AXE10 O&M Platform
- BSC Operation
- AXE 10 Operation Handling
- AXE 810 Delta
- MSC/VLR Operation
- ALCATEL Products Overview
- APG40 O&M
- Tellabs 5500
Disclaimer
References available upon request
Timeline
Project Manager
SPIC, Egypt
06.2017 - 02.2026
Voice Network Project Manager
Vodafone, Egypt
05.2014 - 06.2017
RAN Project Manager
MATSH System, UK
10.2012 - 05.2014
Integration Engineer
Ericsson Spain, Egypt
01.2011 - 10.2012
RAN Engineer.
T-Mobile International, UK.
10.2006 - 01.2011
Switch Engineer/Team Lead.
T-Mobile USA.
12.2004 - 10.2006
NMC Engineer
Vodafone Egypt, Cairo
01.2004 - 12.2004
Summer 2002
ORASCOM Technology Systems, Cairo
01.2002
Summer 2000
Systel, Cairo
01.2000
Summer 1999
Egypt Air, Cairo
01.1999
Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Computer Engineering
Higher Technological Institute