Gaurav Singhal
About Gaurav Singhal
Gaurav Singhal serves as the Chief Manager PMO & FTTx Delivery at STL - Sterlite Technologies Limited, focusing on network rollout and digital initiatives in the UK. He has extensive experience in project management and telecommunications, having held key roles at companies such as IBM, PwC India, Ericsson, and Bharti Airtel.
Current Role at Sterlite Technologies
Gaurav Singhal serves as the Chief Manager PMO & FTTx Delivery at Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL) since 2020. His role is based in the United Kingdom, where he is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of NextGen FTTx network rollout across major telecommunications companies and alternative network providers. He plays a key role in supporting the UK gigabit network rollout and the Mission 2025 initiative, focusing on enhancing network infrastructure.
Previous Experience at PwC India
Before joining STL, Gaurav worked at PwC India as a Principal Consultant for Smart Cities and Government Telecom Projects from 2016 to 2019. In this role, he contributed to various projects aimed at enhancing urban infrastructure and telecommunications, leveraging his expertise in network solutions and project management.
Background in Telecommunications
Gaurav has extensive experience in the telecommunications sector, having worked at several prominent companies. He was a Senior Manager at Bharti Airtel from 2010 to 2016, where he led transformation projects. Prior to that, he served as a Network Engineer at Ericsson from 2008 to 2010, and as a Lead Project Engineer at IBM for seven months in 2007. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of network architecture and project delivery.
Expertise in Network Solutions
Gaurav specializes in key areas such as FTTX, smart cities, IoT solutions, and public Wi-Fi networks. He possesses a substantial understanding of end-to-end network and support systems architecture, which includes voice, data, and fiber backbone networks. His expertise extends to financial and commercial acumen, enabling him to lead capital expenditure planning for network growth while prioritizing revenue and optimizing costs.
Achievements in Project Management
In his current role, Gaurav is responsible for establishing the PMO and delivery practices for the new age FTTX network rollout at STL. He drives digital initiatives across delivery management and PMO roadmaps, focusing on governance and effective partner management. His responsibilities also include ensuring compliance with quality, health and safety, business continuity, and environmental standards.