Lead - IP1 IRU Deployment

Primary Responsibilities

Lead the deployment and integration of new fiber POPs along BBNL, IP1, IRU network routes.

Drive strategic projects related to BBNL, enhance existing IRU/IP1 network

Ensuring seamless HOTO of BBNL and integration as per Airtel's existing network

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely survey and deployment

Coordination with regulatory authorities, BBNL/BSNL counterparts, and internal teams for seamless RoW and site Integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead deployment and integration of new Fiber POPs across BBNL, IP1, and IRU network routes.
• Drive strategic fiber infrastructure projects to expand network coverage and enhance transport network capabilities.
• Manage end-to-end execution of optical fiber rollout projects including planning, design validation, deployment, testing, and commissioning.
• Oversee enhancement and optimization of existing IRU/IP1 network infrastructure to improve capacity, resilience, and network performance.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, telecom partners, infrastructure providers, and regulatory bodies for timely project execution.
• Conduct backhaul planning, fiber route assessment, POP readiness evaluation, and capacity dimensioning to support business growth.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, risks, dependencies, and ensure adherence to deployment milestones.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and prepare periodic updates/reports for government and regulatory authorities.
• Track project progress and publish weekly, monthly, and quarterly dashboards highlighting deployment status, risks, achievements, and action plans.
• Drive network integration activities, vendor management, and field coordination to ensure seamless implementation.
• Support network modernization initiatives and identify opportunities for infrastructure optimization and operational efficiency.
• Maintain project documentation, deployment records, route inventories, and governance reports.
  
  

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electronics & Communication, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 8-12 years of experience in Telecom Infrastructure, Fiber Network Deployment, Backhaul Planning, or Transport Network Operations.
• Strong understanding of Optical Fiber Networks, BBNL, IP1 infrastructure, IRU agreements, POP deployment, and transport network architecture.
• Experience in managing large-scale fiber rollout and network integration projects.
• Knowledge of telecom regulatory requirements and government infrastructure programs.
• Strong stakeholder management, project management, and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in project tracking, reporting, dashboard preparation, and data analysis.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Fiber Network Planning & Design
• Transport Network Architecture
• Optical Transmission & Backhaul Networks
• POP Deployment & Integration
• Project Governance & Regulatory Coordination
• Capacity Planning & Network Optimization
• Vendor & Partner Management
• Advanced Excel, Power BI, and Reporting Tools
  
  

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