It Project Manager

This was a high-intensity and huge project from the middle of August until the end of October, where I led the implementation of the network infrastructure and outdoor CCTV system.

My responsibilities/actions were:

• Successfully led the implementation of a comprehensive network infrastructure and outdoor CCTV system across various indoor and outdoor locations, ensuring seamless connectivity, security, and compliance.
• Ensuring operational readiness.
• Notably, at Al Bidda Park, one of Doha's sprawling green spaces covering an impressive 1.7 million square meters, he oversaw the project's execution, contributing to the park's safety and efficiency.
• Collaboration and communication with stakeholders.
• Working agile utilizing Kanban.
• Coaching co-workers in how to use Kanban.
• Working with AntLab and Huawei.

I was tasked with the implementation of HMS.

My responsibilities/actions were:

• Implementation of HMS (Headcount Management System), ensuring operational readiness.
• Collaborating with stakeholders:
  • Engaging with key stakeholders to understand their requirements and expectations for the HMS implementation.
• Project planning and execution:
  • Develop a detailed project plan for the HMS implementation, including milestones, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Team coordination:
  • Leading and coordinating a multidisciplinary project team, including IT professionals, HR specialists, and end-users, to ensure alignment and collaboration throughout the implementation process.
• System customization:
  • Overseeing the customization and configuration of the HMS to meet the specific needs and workflows of the organization, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and processes.
• Stakeholder communication:
  • Regularly communicate with stakeholders to provide updates on project progress, address concerns or issues, and solicit feedback to inform decision-making and adjustments to the project plan as needed.

I worked on global network service upgrade projects.

My responsibilities/actions were:

• Managing upgrade, installation, and migration of network equipment.
• Site surveys with Ekahau designs.
• From eXtreme to Cisco.
• To the latest Cisco equipment.
• Managing external vendors.

I worked on the project ASAP (Advanced Site for Alternative Proteins).

My responsibilities/actions were:

Upgrade of Core Network Infrastructure for Seamless Integration (including):

• Coordinated equipment upgrade:
  • Oversaw the comprehensive upgrade of site core network equipment, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.
  • Server and lab equipment upgrade.
• Facilitated assessments:
  • Coordinated and facilitated assessments of existing infrastructure, ensuring all necessary factors were considered for seamless integration and scalability.
• Managed redundancy implementation:
  • Directed the implementation of redundancy and failover mechanisms within the core network architecture, ensuring high availability and fault tolerance.
• Overseen security enhancements:
  • Supervised the implementation of enhanced security measures, including access control policies and intrusion detection systems, to safeguard network integrity.
• Coordinated testing and validation:
  • Coordinated the testing and validation process, ensuring thorough evaluation of compatibility, stability, and performance before deployment.
• Documented project details:
  • Oversaw the documentation of configurations, topology diagrams, and SOPs, ensuring clear guidelines for ongoing management and maintenance.

Implementing a network infrastructure at the new factory in the US - Blair (including):

• Understood factory needs:
  • Despite COVID-19 challenges, focused on grasping the new factory's network requirements, considering its size, workforce, and future growth.
• Created detailed plan:
  • Developed a clear step-by-step plan for setting up the network, from buying equipment to testing it, adapting to travel restrictions along the way.
• Facilitated stakeholder collaboration:
  • Made sure factory managers, IT staff, and vendors worked smoothly together, solving problems quickly, even without face-to-face meetings.
• Resource Management:
  • Kept a close eye on time and money, dealing with delays and shortages to keep the project running smoothly amidst global disruptions.
• Built strong partnerships:
  • Worked closely with vendors to make sure everything arrived on time and met quality standards despite the challenges of coordinating from a distance.
• Offered expert advice:
  • Used knowledge of networks to give smart advice, ensuring the network ran well even with remote collaboration and troubleshooting.

Integrating External Warehouses with Novozymes Network.

My responsibilities/actions were:

• Warehouse at Omaha site:
• Assessed external warehouse needs:
  • Evaluated specific networking requirements considering location, size, and connectivity needs, collaborating with teams integrating external warehouse data with SAP, label printers, and handheld scanners requiring WiFi and 4G connectivity.
• Developed a detailed project plan:
  • Created a roadmap for seamless integration, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
• Facilitated stakeholder collaboration:
  • Orchestrated teamwork between Novozymes, warehouse management, IT, and vendors.
• Managed project resources effectively:
  • Oversaw budget, time, and personnel to meet project deadlines.
• Acted as primary vendor contact:
  • Managed vendor relationships, ensuring quality deliverables and timelines.
• Provided technical guidance and support:
  • Offered expertise to overcome technical challenges and ensure successful integration, ensuring operational readiness.
• Conducted staff training:
  • Designed and delivered training programs for efficient network use and maintenance.
• Implemented robust security measures:
  • Ensured network protection against cyber threats and compliance with regulations.
• Monitored and optimized network performance:
  • Established monitoring systems to maintain optimal performance.
• Evaluated project success and lessons learned:
  • Assessed outcomes and documented insights for future improvements.

Novozymes.com (new website).

The consultant's responsibilities/actions were:

• Technical project manager.
• Sitecore support.