Edgar Mashamaite
About Edgar Mashamaite
Edgar Mashamaite is a Land Management Specialist with extensive experience in telecommunications site acquisition. He has worked for notable companies such as Ericsson, Huawei Technologies, and American Tower, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Regional Planning from the University of Johannesburg.
Work at American Tower
Edgar Mashamaite has been employed at American Tower as a Land Management Specialist since 2018. His role focuses on managing land-related aspects of telecommunications infrastructure. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, he has contributed to the company's efforts in optimizing land use and ensuring compliance with local regulations. His expertise in site acquisition and town planning supports American Tower's objectives in expanding its telecommunications network.
Previous Experience in Telecommunications
Prior to his current position, Edgar Mashamaite worked at Ericsson as a Site Acquisition Specialist from 2015 to 2018 in Kista, Stockholm, Sweden. He was responsible for site acquisition processes, contributing to the deployment of telecommunications infrastructure. Before that, he served as a Site Acquisition Engineer at Huawei Technologies in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, from 2014 to 2015. His career in telecommunications began at Lemcon-likusasa, where he coordinated site acquisition for the Cell C Project from 2011 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Edgar Mashamaite studied Regional Planning at the University of Johannesburg, where he completed his Bachelor's degree from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education at the same university, achieving an additional qualification in Regional Planning from 2012 to 2013. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in civil and construction aspects of telecommunications masts, as well as site acquisition and town planning.
Internship and Early Career
Edgar Mashamaite began his career with an internship at the City of Johannesburg in Land Use Management from 2008 to 2009. This experience allowed him to gain insights into land management practices and regulations. His early career also included a role as a Site Acquisition Coordinator for the Cell C Project at Lemcon-likusasa, where he worked for nine months in 2011 and 2012.
Professional Skills and Attributes
Edgar Mashamaite is recognized for his ability to support team members while also demonstrating independence in his work. His strong background in telecommunications, particularly in site acquisition and town planning, enhances his effectiveness in his current role. His skills are essential for navigating the complexities of land management within the telecommunications sector.