Erfan Maqbool
About Erfan Maqbool
Erfan Maqbool is a Program Manager at TELUS, overseeing Wireless Transmission and Switching programs in Edmonton, Canada. He has extensive experience in telecommunications, having held various managerial roles at Nokia Siemens Networks and Paktel (Cable & Wireless).
Title
Erfan Maqbool holds the position of Program Manager (WLS Tx & Switching) at TELUS, within the Program Management Office, based in Edmonton, Canada.
Current Role at TELUS
Since 2017, Erfan Maqbool has been leading the Wireless Transmission and Switching programs at TELUS. His responsibilities include overseeing various projects focused on enhancing wireless transmission and switching capabilities.
Previous Experience at TELUS
Before becoming a Program Manager, Erfan Maqbool spent five years as a Senior Project Manager at TELUS. During this period, he worked on strategic and large complex deals, contributing significantly to the company’s large-scale project imperatives from 2012 to 2017.
Career at Nokia Siemens Networks
Erfan Maqbool has an extensive background with Nokia Siemens Networks, holding various managerial roles across the Middle East and Africa. His positions included Group Category Manager NI Services, Group Category Manager Managed Services, and Head of Direct Services Procurement. His tenure at Nokia Siemens Networks lasted from 2004 to 2012, showcasing his expertise in managed services and procurement.
Early Career at Paktel (Cable & Wireless)
Erfan Maqbool began his career at Paktel (Cable & Wireless) in 1998 as a Radio & Transmission Engineer in Multan, Pakistan. He progressed to become the Regional Team Leader in Lahore, Pakistan, demonstrating early leadership skills during his three-year tenure which lasted until 2004.
Educational Background
Erfan Maqbool completed his BSc in Electrical Engineering at UET Lahore, where he studied Electronics from 1992 to 1998. He also participated in the TELUS LNOW Graduation Program at McGill University from 2015 to 2016, further enhancing his expertise in program management.