Michael Mah
About Michael Mah
Michael Mah is an Access & Metro Transport Planner at TELUS in Vancouver, Canada, with a background in Computer Engineering from UBC and extensive experience in project planning and execution.
Current Position at TELUS
Michael Mah currently serves as an Access & Metro Transport Planner at TELUS in the Vancouver, Canada area. In this role, he is pivotal in ensuring the seamless planning and execution of transport and access projects within the metro region. His responsibilities include monitoring port capacity on access equipment, managing project timelines, and interpreting construction drawings to define the scope of builds. Additionally, he provides technical background and support for all access and transport technologies.
Previous Experience at TELUS
Michael Mah has an extensive background with TELUS that dates back to his time as an Engineer In Training through their Graduate Engineering Program (GEP) from 2010 to 2013. Over three years, he gained valuable experience and expertise in the telecom sector across Calgary and Vancouver. His early career at TELUS helped shape his proficiency in engineering and project management.
Education and Undergraduate Studies
Michael Mah pursued his studies at the University of British Columbia (UBC) where he completed a Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering from 2003 to 2008. He further enhanced his technical skills and industry knowledge by studying at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his roles in transport and access planning.
Key Projects and Initiatives
Michael Mah played a significant role in high-profile projects such as the TELUS Gardens project in Vancouver and the development of the North East False Creek (NEFC) area. He frequently presents project plans exceeding $100,000 to the Senior Leadership Team, showcasing his planning expertise. Additionally, he designed Excel macros that automated manual processes, boosting productivity by 25%.
Project and Team Management
With responsibility for planning all new developments within Metro Vancouver, Michael Mah manages over $5 million in capital spend. He coordinates the design and construction activities, especially for escalated issues, ensuring timelines and budgets are adhered to. He also serves as a planning prime, providing feedback for teams and contributing to the rollout of new processes. His role includes creating end-to-end process maps for teams servicing new developments.