This document is a resume for Andrew Culpepper summarizing his experience and qualifications as a Project Manager for wireless network architecture projects. Over 16 years, he has managed projects involving Nokia and Ericsson UMTS/LTE infrastructure and technologies such as 1X-EVDO, UMTS, LTE, DAS, Small Cell and COWs. As a Senior Project Manager at AT&T Mobility from 2010-2015, he led installations and upgrades in Georgia, coordinating among various teams and vendors to meet milestones on schedule and on budget. Prior to that, from 2002-2010 at T-Mobile Miami, he managed cell site maintenance and upgrades as Operations Manager and Project Manager.
Atlanta Project Manager Andrew Culpepper PMP Resume
1. Atlanta, GA Andrew
Culpepper PMP Mobile: 954-326-0034
pcdrew0007@yahoo.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
• 16 years’ experience in software and hardware wireless project management
• Extensive knowledge of wireless network architecture, including Nokia and Ericsson UMTS/LTE infrastructure
• Experienced in wireless technologies, such as, 1X-EVDO, UMTS, LTE, DAS, Small Cell and COW’s (Cellular
on wheel)
• Proficient with software tools including Granite, Remedy and Homer software (for tracking tasks), CSS, and MS
Office Applications (Word, Excel, and Power Point)
• Excellent project management skills leading projects through construction, integration, and alarm clearing
• Project Management skills and experience to lead projects through construction, integration, and alarm clearing
• Self-starter with the ability to balance priorities and complete tight deadlines
• Several years of experience managing vendor contract compliance, and vendor analysis of product delivery
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills across business sectors, organization, and initiatives
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging position where I can utilize my development, construction, implementation, and
technical knowledge as a Project Manager and be a contributor to an organization.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2010 – Jan 23, 2015 AT&T Mobility Atlanta, GA
Construction and Engineering Senior Project Manager
• Manage installations and upgrades of Ericsson UMTS, LTE, DAS, Small cell and COW's solutions for the
Georgia market team from construction to launch
• Coordinate work activities among a variety of groups both within and outside the Network Teams (including RF
Design, Switch & Data Engineering, Transport, Real Estate, Operations, System Performance, Inventory,
Translations, Technical Support and Area Planning)
• Manage internal and external vendor relationships to meet targeted network milestones and integration dates
• Escalate issues and crash project plans when necessary to keep schedules on-track
• Establish contingency plans as needed throughout the duration of all phase of project for risk management.
• Provide status reports to senior management for all managed projects
• Accountable for streamlining cost and not exceeding allocated project budget
Significant Highlights:
• 2011 First Project Manager to complete 341 carrier add projects in a year
• 2012 Help lead C&E team to be first in the district
Specialist Project Manger - HVAC, Battery, Generator, Site Modification and GSM Network Implementation
Dec, 2010 – May, 2011
• Mange the change out and upgrade of HVAC, Battery, Site Modification and Generators for the Georgia market
• Decommission and integration of GSM cabinets in the market
• Lead third-party vendor meeting to keep the projects on track and provided status update to stake holders
• Approve PO for the vendors and mange each cell site budget
2. Atlanta, GA Andrew
Culpepper PMP Mobile: 954-326-0034
pcdrew0007@yahoo.com
2002 – 2010 T-Mobile Miami, FL
Operations Manager/ Project Manager
Led crews of internal Field Techs and Contractor personnel for repair & maintenance
Coordinated and managed cell site cleanup and re-designs for the UMTS project
Managed parts, supply and labor accounts for the Miami market
Was responsible for project biding, equipment ordering and purchase order tracking and approval
Monitored preventive maintenance checks by Field Techs and tower crews quarterly
Project managed site upgrades; completed site walks, GC bidding and purchase order management
Reviewed and approved architectural & engineering (A&E) designs and documentation
Coordinated and assigned Techs to build new cell sites and cabinet expansions for GSM and UMTS
Managed troubleshooting of issues between the RF booster, repeaters and BTS equipment
Managed and trained associates on installation of the Nokia UMTS cabinets and antenna systems
Significant Highlights:
2007 and 2008 Top Manager in the Miami market for team and project Management
2009 Saved company $800,000 by streamlining market warehouse processes
EDUCATION
OSHA Constriction 10 hour certification
TWIC card
AT&T Learning Center
Small Cell Technology, LTE Network Concept on Ericsson 6000 Series and VoLTE
Gwinnett Technical College:
PMP Course Completion
PMP certification obtained
Oklahoma Panhandle State University: Study Business Administration