Gaurav Soni
About Gaurav Soni
Gaurav Soni serves as the Head of Wireless Operations at Airtel, where he has overseen the deployment of over 1000 cell sites. With extensive experience in managing infrastructure projects, he has held various leadership roles within Airtel and other telecommunications companies since 2006.
Work at Airtel
Gaurav Soni has been serving as the Head of Wireless Operations at Airtel since 2021. In this role, he oversees wireless operations in Patna, Bihar, India. His responsibilities include managing infrastructure projects and ensuring the deployment of cell sites. Prior to this position, he worked as the O&M Head from 2019 to 2021 and as the Deployment Head from 2015 to 2019, both in the Jaipur Area. His tenure at Airtel has been marked by a focus on efficiency and cost reduction in project management.
Education and Expertise
Gaurav Soni earned a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electronics and Communications from SVITS Indore, completing his studies from 2002 to 2006. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in the telecommunications sector. He is recognized as a subject matter expert in infrastructure setup and vendor management, demonstrating his expertise in managing complex projects effectively.
Background in Telecommunications
Gaurav Soni has over 17 years of experience in the telecommunications industry. He began his career at Reliance Communication, where he served as Cluster Head for Wireless and Wireline Projects from 2006 to 2011 in Indore. He then transitioned to VIOM Networks as Project Delivery Lead from 2011 to 2015 in Bhopal, MP. His career at Airtel has included various leadership roles, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of both active and passive infrastructure projects.
Achievements in Project Management
Throughout his career, Gaurav Soni has deployed more than 1000 cell sites, showcasing his capability in managing large-scale projects. He has a proven track record of reducing project costs while ensuring timely completion of assignments. His leadership skills have been instrumental in handling customer relations and managing teams effectively across various roles in the telecommunications sector.