OSP Project Manager Fiber Optic Specialist Telecom & Electrical Infrastructure
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- +966 53 922 8736 -- [email protected]
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Results-driven OSP Project Manager with 15+ years of experience specializing in Outside Plant (OSP)
infrastructure, fiber optic networks, electrical transmission, and telecom construction across Saudi Arabia and
India. Deep hands-on expertise in fiber optic splicing and testing, OPGW installation, underground and aerial
cable laying, duct and conduit installation, and high-voltage transmission line projects (132kV, 380kV). Certified
Fiber Optic Specialist (AFL & Saudi Electricity Company) with a consistent record of delivering complex OSP
projects on time, within budget, and in full compliance with safety and quality standards.
CORE OSP COMPETENCIES
Fiber Optic: Cable Installation, Fusion/Mechanical Splicing, OTDR Testing, Link Budgeting, Fault Locating, FDF Termination
Underground OSP: Directional Drilling (HDD), Cable Pulling, Duct & Conduit Installation, Manhole/Handhole Construction, HDPE Ducting
Aerial OSP: ADSS/OPGW Cable Stringing & Jointing, Pole Erection, Aerial Bundle Cable (ABC), Messenger Wire Installation
Transmission: 132kV & 380kV Overhead Lines, Tower Erection, Stringing, Foundation Works, Underground HV Cable
Project Management: End-to-End Lifecycle, Planning & Scheduling, Budget Control, Resource Allocation, Risk Management
Standards & Safety: SEC Standards, IOSH Certified, Quality Assurance, Contract Compliance, Stakeholder Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Project Manager -- OSP & Civil Infrastructure (Wadi Safar Project)
Al-Mazih Contracting Company Diriyah, Saudi Arabia January 2025 - Present
# Lead end-to-end OSP project lifecycle including underground duct installation, fiber optic cable laying, and civil infrastructure works
# Oversee planning and execution of conduit and HDPE ducting networks across large-scale construction zones
# Manage multi-disciplinary site teams for cable laying, splicing, testing, and commissioning activities
# Monitor OSP project schedules, budgets, and quality performance against contractual milestones
# Coordinate engineering, procurement, and construction activities ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards
# Liaise with client teams, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities for smooth project delivery
Senior Project Coordinator / OSP Telecom & Electrical Projects (Nokia)
Al-Habdan General Contracting Company Saudi Arabia May 2019 - July 2023
# Coordinated large-scale OSP telecom infrastructure projects including fiber optic backbone and last-mile distribution networks
# Managed underground cable laying operations: trenching, duct installation, cable pulling, and
reinstatement works
# Supervised aerial cable deployments including ADSS stringing, pole erection, and aerial route clearance
# Oversaw fiber optic splicing crews; ensured splice losses within acceptable thresholds via OTDR testing and verification
# Managed site logistics, manpower planning, and material procurement for OSP field activities
# Ensured strict adherence to Nokia and Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) project standards and quality timelines
# Produced weekly progress reports and coordinated with clients, engineers, and subcontractors on technical matters
Site In-Charge / Communication Engineer, Transmission Line & Fiber Optic Projects
National Contracting Co. Ltd. Saudi Arabia January 2012 - March 2017
# Managed communication engineering activities for 132kV and 380kV transmission line projects, including OPGW installation, Underground Fiber Optic Cable (UGNFOC) laying, and network integration
# Supervised complete OPGW deployment: installation, jointing, termination, and end-to-end fiber optic testing
# Coordinated pre-installation surveys, post-installation inspections, OTDR testing, power meter testing, and final acceptance testing of fiber optic networks
# Oversaw transmission line construction including tower foundations, tower erection, conductor stringing and associated telecom infrastructure works
# Led engineers, technicians, subcontractors, and construction crews to achieve project milestones safely and efficiently
# Ensured compliance with SEC standards, project specifications, quality requirements, and HSE regulations
# Monitored project schedules, construction progress, resource utilization, and contractor performance
# Resolved technical, operational, and site-related issues to maintain project continuity and meet delivery targets
# Coordinated with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams during project execution and
commissioning phases
# Supported testing, commissioning, and handover of OPGW and underground fiber optic communication systems
Railway Electrification Contractor / OSP & Electrification Works
Tamil Nadu, India May 2017 - April 2019
# Executed railway electrification projects including overhead equipment (OHE) installation and cable laying
# Managed field OSP operations: underground cable routing, conduit installation, and cable termination works
# Ensured safety compliance and progress tracking across multiple concurrent project sites
Advocate
Trichy District Court Tamil Nadu, India September 2023 - December 2024
# Handled civil litigation, RCOP cases, and consumer disputes; drafted legal documents and managed case proceedings.
Junior Engineer
Avalon Technologies Pvt. Ltd. India May 2010 - August 2011
# Assisted in production, testing, and quality control for Through-Hole (THT) and Surface Mount (SMT) electronics manufacturing.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
# Delivered OSP fiber optic networks for Nokia telecom projects across Saudi Arabia, meeting SEC quality and testing standards
# Completed 8 major transmission line projects (6 x 132kV, 2 x 380kV) including OPGW and underground fiber optic cable installation
# Delivered 132kV overhead transmission line project for Khalidiyah 2 Substation, Saudi Arabia, ahead of schedule
# Certified Fiber Optic Specialist (AFL & Saudi Electricity Company) – recognized for expertise in splicing, OPGW, and OTDR testing
# Successfully managed underground duct, conduit networks, and fiber optic works across Diriyah's Wadi Safar mega-project
CERTIFICATIONS
# IOSH - Managing Safely (Health & Safety)
# Fiber Optic Specialist Certification & AFL & Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
EDUCATION
B.A. LL.B Karnataka State Law University India 2022
Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering India 2010
LANGUAGES
English * Arabic * Hindi
