Michael Dandridge

Telephone: 816-399-3659

Email: mrdandridge1@gmail.com

Professional Profile

A committed and proactive professional who specialises in the telecommunications sector and the installation of networks and systems tailored towards specific project requirements. Quick to assimilate new ideas, concepts and cutting-edge technologies whilst demonstrating a logical and analytical approach to solving complex problems and issues. Able to work well on own initiative while demonstrating the organization and prioritization required to achieve tight deadlines and deliverables. A motivational and inspirational leader who enjoys being part of a successful and productive team, and thrives in highly pressurized and challenging working environments.

Objective

 

Currently looking for a new and challenging senior role, one which would enable the use of existing skills while allowing the opportunity for continued professional development.

Career Summary

2013 to 2014

Telecommunication QA/QC Manager, Afghanistan

·   Communications Quality Control Manager for the $34 Million USACE Support Facilities for the Special Operations (SOF) Joint Operating Center (JOC) Headquarters Project,. The scope of the Project included a Joint Operations Center (JOC), billeting facilities, communications building, Tactical Operations Center and storage, training facility, medical aid station, Vehicle Maintenance Facility, logistics operations facility, logistics storage facility, dining facility, MWR facility, and a kennel to support working dogs. Serve as QA/QC Manager to facilitate the installation of telecommunications/IT, Community Antenna Television (CATV), and Building Automated Systems (BAS). Provide Quality Assurance (QA) /Quality Control (QC) for the aforementioned telecommunications/IT installations, ensuring as-built drawings, test results, systematics, and other deliverables are accurate and delivered prior to project close-out.

·   Utilizes industry standards and codes recognized by the American National Standard Institute (ANSI), Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA), National Electrical Code (NEC), Military Standards (MIL-STD), and other government regulations to develop state-of-the-art telecommunications systems.

·   Responsible for the installation of ISP/OSP Telecommunications (Cables trays, cable ladders, STP cabling (CAT 5 and CAT6A), 500PR copper cabling, fiber optics, network cabinets, keystone connectors)

 

 

 

2011 – 2013

Technical Project Lead, Tribalco (Kuwait)

·   Telecommunications Technical Project Lead and Outside Plant (OSP) Supervisor supporting the 160^TH Strategic Signal Brigade providing technical guidance, assistance and advice on engineering, design, installation, operations and maintenance of layer 1 and layer 2 telecommunications infrastructure, Outside Plant (OSP) copper and fiber optic cables, and building interior structured cabling (BISC).

·   Conduct on-site surveys to determine level of service, material and equipment required to provide service, availability of inside and outside cable plant to facilitate connectivity, and provide solutions if the existing infrastructure is deemed inadequate.  Generates Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), Statements of Work (SOW), and prepare a Consolidated List of Materials (CLOM) required for telecommunications installations, upgrades, and modifications.

·   Playing a pivotal role in the construction, installation and Inspection of duct systems, Manholes copper cross connects, area distribution nodes as well as supporting power systems, fabric mesh inner ducts, communication cabinets, copper cable and Fiber optic cables

·   Actively involved in the planning and estimation of communication requirements for the unit with full accountability for equipment procurement for new and on going projects

·   Responsible for conducting site surveys and the installation, operation and repair of cable and wire communications

 

2005 – 2011

Senior ISP/OSP Lead, Outside Plant Support, General Dynamics, Kuwait/Iraq

·   Utilizing technical expertise and managerial skills to facilitate project completion relating to the acquisition and implementation of engineering and infrastructure systems

·  Provide engineering solutions and technical evaluation for telecommunications upgrades, replacements, and expansions for Military Construction (MILCOM) Projects in amount of $4,000,000; provide support to locally generated upgrade projects, and special project generated through customer requirements.

·   Utilizes industry standards and codes recognized by the American National Standard Institute (ANSI), Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA), National Electrical Code (NEC), Military Standards (MIL-STD), and other government regulations to develop a state of-the-art telecommunications systems.

2003 – 2005

Outside Plant Technician, ITT Industries

·   Applying telecommunications knowledge and managerial capabilities to oversee multiple successful installation, repair and maintenance working across various communication projects

·   Personally responsible for the installation and termination of SAI cabinets, single and multi mode Fiber optic cables, cable splices and pedestal splices

 

1994 – 2002

Telecommunications Specialist, US Army

Professional Training

Ø      Certified Electronic Principles

Ø      Certified Communication Cable & Antenna Systems Apprentice

Ø      Certified Fiber Optic Connectors

Ø      Certified Basic Communication Electronics Installer

Ø      Certified Basic Cable Splicing Installation, Fiber Optic

Ø      Certified Wire System Installer

Ø      Basic Cable Splicing/Fiber Optics, Basic Communications-Electronics Installer/ Cable Splicing

Key Technical Skills