Rakesh Rao
About Rakesh Rao
Rakesh Rao serves as the Deputy Manager of Projects Delivery for the AP & TS Circle at American Tower, where he has worked since 2009. He has a background in telecommunications engineering and extensive experience in project management and quality assurance across various companies in the telecom sector.
Current Role at American Tower
Rakesh Rao serves as the Deputy Manager of Projects Delivery for the AP & TS circle at American Tower. He has held this position since 2009, contributing to the company's project management and delivery efforts in the telecommunications sector. His role involves overseeing project execution and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Previous Experience in Telecommunications
Prior to his current role, Rakesh Rao worked at several companies in the telecommunications industry. He was an Assistant Manager for Quality at Essar Telecom Infrastructure Pvt Ltd from 2008 to 2009. He also held positions as a Senior Engineer at ICOMM Tele Ltd from 2004 to 2006 and as a Project Coordinator at Nokia Siemens Networks from 2006 to 2008. His diverse experience spans various aspects of project delivery and quality management.
Educational Background in Engineering
Rakesh Rao studied Telecommunications Engineering at IETE, achieving the AMIE qualification between 2001 and 2005. He also completed a Diploma in Electronics & Communications Engineering at GMRP, Gajwel, from 1996 to 1999. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in the telecommunications field.
Training and Professional Development
Rakesh Rao has participated in various training programs to enhance his skills. He attended a training on Negotiation Skills organized by Essar Telecom in August 2008. Additionally, he received training on NOLS ePM, which covered electronic project management and project tracking tools, conducted by Nokia Siemens Networks in 2007 and 2008.
Committee Involvement and Certifications
Rakesh Rao participated as a Committee Member for IMS certification at WTTIL. His involvement in certification processes highlights his commitment to maintaining quality standards and improving operational efficiencies within the telecommunications sector.