Gerard Gutierrez DAS Project Manager, SR. EF&I, Corporate Software Trainer, Q.A. Software Release Manager, RF/Microwave Solutions

150 Bridlewood Circle Lake In The Hills, IL 60156 Cell: (847) 346-4084 Email: Gerard_gutierrez@sbcglobal.net

 

Executive Profile

 

q       Accomplished DAS Project Manager with consistent track record of success in solving complex In-Building DAS and tower solutions for high-profile clients; solid follow-through abilities.

q       Strong results-driven leadership talents and engineering expertise; displays an uncompromising focus on customer needs fulfillment.

q       History of identifying and capturing cost savings opportunities to accelerate expansion, increase revenues, and improve profit levels.

q       Skilled at developing and maintaining positive and professional relationships with key internal customers; inspires confidence and gains trust through attentive service and efficient problem solving.

 

Team-Based Thought Process ~ Team Building & Leadership ~ High-Impact Presentations ~ Detailed Proposal Creation ~ Customer Needs Assessment ~ Technical Design ~ Carrier Relationship Management

~Project Management

 

Professional Highlights

 

 

SAC Wireless LLC – A leading provider of Site Acquisitions, Network Solutions, Engineering, Construction, and Commissioning

 

DAS Project Manager (January 2014 – present)

Manage client and personnel processes to achieve the scope and lifecycle processes to complete the project.  This includes, budget planning, design, architectural, and engineering to ensure the end product or service has been met or exceeds the customer’s satisfaction.

 

¡       Draft and submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary. Provide detailed technical responses for RFP/RFI’s.

¡       Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.

¡       Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.

¡       Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.

¡       Define project scope, schedule, cost, resources, quality, and deliverables in collaboration with customers and SAC management.

¡       Direct and manage project development from beginning to end.

 

SAC Wireless LLC

DAS Construction Manager (July 2013-January 2014)

Accountable for developing detailed designs, pricing and product presentations. Present product offerings across multiple Enterprise verticals. Communicate with prospects, partners and existing customers to define specific needs and address inquiries.

 

¡       Work with National RAN architects and commissioning teams to develop account strategies.

¡       Provide detailed technical responses for RFP/RFI’s.

¡       Work with internal business units to define future requirements.

¡       Provide pre-sales engineering support to Multiple Carriers including AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Cricket.

¡       Responsible for Sprint Network Vision rollout F.I.T. Springfield CSR insertions and commissioning project.

¡       Worked closely with RF Engineering to design, build, implement, and commission the DAS systems at The Merchandise Mart, McCormick Place Chicago, and Soldier Field.

¡       Work with standards groups to verify installation procedures and quality

 

SAC Wireless LLC

Construction Manager (May 2012-July 2013)

Responsible for supervision and management of field crews for assigned Client Projects, Accountable for managing the overall field performance, including scope, cost, safety, quality, schedule, implementation, and customer satisfaction.

 

¡       Serve as liason between project management and construction services.

¡       Supervise tower crews and perform Safety audits to conform to OSHA standards and regulations.

¡       Work with internal business units to define future requirements.

¡       Perform bid walks, evaluate site conditions relative to scope of work and out of scope work and prepare cost estimates.

¡       Provide on-going maintenance and RMA any defective equipment. Install and re-commission.

 

SAC Wireless LLC

SR. EF&I (March 2010-May 2012)

Responsible for Construction, Pathing, and Commissioning of Microwave PTP links.

 

¡       Lead multiple construction and technical teams in tower and rooftop Site builds.

¡       Oversaw the implementation of new Link design and make any necessary changes for out-of-scope work.

¡       Provide Safety guidelines and perform Daily audits and Job Safety Analysis procedures on site.

¡       Worked closely with Network Operations and Backhauls to provide real-time updates and support.

¡       Worked with our internal team to provide necessary NTP’s and Site access.

¡       Developed Pathing documents and provided in-house training to new hires.

¡       Developed provisioning plans for operations and network support.

¡       Maintained database of new and existing projects to ensure efficiencies across all groups.

 

 

The Higher Gear Group Inc., Schaumburg, IL – Leading provider of Customer Relationship Solutions for the automotive industry

Q.A/UAT Software Release Manager (June 2007-March 2010)

Responsible for final testing of software and provide release dates to the Network rollout and provisioning teams.

 

¡       Lead a team of Q.A. consultants and white box testers to provide a “bug” free release.

¡       Provided milestones and worked closely with development to ensure the standards of the software are met without deviating from the current program.

¡       Provided detailed Visio/PowerPoint design schematics for every customer opportunity.

¡       Contributed to team success of 100% of plan.

 

 

The Higher Gear Group Inc., Schaumburg, IL

Corporate Software Trainer (May 2003- June 2007)

Provided both, on site and internal software training support.  Worked closely with Customer Service and Q.A. and entered any bugs or defects into the internal tracking system.

 

¡       Responsible for writing and presenting new software release functionality and demo’s at The National Automobile Dealer’s Association.

¡       Provide detailed technical responses for RFP/RFI’s.

¡       Provide classroom and one-on-one training for new dealer and company hires.

¡       Instrumental in the growth of the company in providing both National and International support.

 

 

 

 

Education & Specialized Skills

 

Bachelor of Science, Telecommunications Management

DeVry University, Addison, IL

 

Technical Proficiencies

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio), GSM, UMTS, LTE, WiMax, CDMA, JDSU, JIRA, VMWare

 

Vendor Training and Certifications

DAS Corning Mobile Access, DAS TE Connectivity (Tyco), DAS Andrews CommScope, Light Brigade Fiber Optic fusion splicing, OTDR, Anritsu Site Master, iBwave, OSHA 40, Com Train Rescue Certification, DragonWave, Ceragon, TQM Teambuilding, ISO 9000, NSN TMobile MR-BTS-002-FLXLTE Commissioning and Installation, Ericsson VZW and AT&T RBS commissioning, PIM Pro