Arif Hameed ,B.Eng, MBA, PMP, SFC

Directed the end-to-end delivery of Rapticore’s multi-million dollars cloud-native security platform, ensuring alignment with business goals, compliance requirements, and customer value. Managed cross-functional teams through full delivery lifecycle intake, planning, execution, and closure across multiple agile workstreams. Served as the primary delivery liaison among product, engineering, compliance, and customer success teams to align execution with strategic objectives. Established governance, risk, and change control frameworks to enhance delivery consistency and accountability. Developed and maintained executive dashboards, KPIs, and progress reports to support informed decision-making. Implemented audit-ready reporting and compliance dashboards supporting SOC 2, ISO 27001, and HIPAA standards. Facilitated backlog prioritization, sprint planning, and cross-team coordination to optimize delivery efficiency and resource utilization. Supported customer onboarding, integration planning, and compliance documentation as part of broader program delivery strategy.

● Honored with the prestigious CARES Award for exceptional contributions to Canada’s healthcare sector. ● Directed the digital Remote Patient Monitoring (dRPM) initiative, integrating CloudDX with AHS Connect Care (Epic) and Active Directory using HL7/FHIR APIs and SSO to support chronic care patients. ● Developed project charters and led initiatives like Seniors Health Data Flow Gap, Digital Pathology, and EMS CAD-to-CAD integration. ● Worked with Alberta Health to deliver key outcomes in data continuity for seniors' care prior to contract completion. ● Led multiple concurrent IT projects from initiation through closure, managing scope, budget, risks, timelines, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement. ● Delivered project charters, schedules, RAID logs, change requests, communication plans, and audit-ready documentation aligned with PMO and enterprise architecture standards. ● Organized and chaired project meetings (kickoffs, technical reviews, steering committees) ● Collaborated with PMs, BAs, OCM leads, solution architects, and service owners to deliver integrated solutions with successful user adoption. ● Partnered with OCM teams to execute change management strategies, training, and stakeholder communications. ● Identified and mitigated risks proactively, escalating issues to executive leadership as needed. ● Supported privacy compliance by assisting with the Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) submissions.

● Developed and implemented project plans, timelines, and budgets for eHealth, IT and telecom infrastructure projects, ensuring milestones were met and objectives achieved. ● Managed design and build-out of IT and telecom equipment rooms, including racks, structured cabling, power systems, HVAC, UPS units, and generators to ensure infrastructure availability and reliability. ● Delivered fiber and coaxial network infrastructure across commercial sites to support high-bandwidth connectivity and future scalability. ● Coordinated site readiness, access, permitting, and compliance with real estate teams, building managers, contractors, and government agencies. ● Oversaw implementation of patch panel configurations, rack layouts, and cross-connects, enabling modular and scalable network expansion. ● Integrated biometric access control, surveillance systems, and environmental monitoring solutions for secure IT environments. ● Delivered comprehensive project documentation including BOMs (Bill of Materials), MOPs (Methods of Procedure), and as-built drawings to support project closeout and audits. ● Collaborated with IT teams for final system turn-up, service activation, and post-deployment support. ● Led and motivated cross-functional project teams—including PMs, engineers, and vendors—ensuring effective communication, task coordination, and timely issue resolution. ● Acted as the primary client liaison, providing regular progress updates, managing expectations, resolving concerns, and securing approvals for design changes and final deliverables. ● Monitored and controlled project costs, addressed overruns proactively, and implemented corrective actions to stay within financial targets. ● Ensured strict adherence to on-site safety protocols, promoting a safe working environment and compliance with regulatory standards. ● Resolved construction-phase challenges including technical issues, delays, and design conflicts, maintaining project momentum and stakeholder confidence.

● Planned and managed all aspects of large-scale infrastructure projects, including scope, execution, timelines, and budgets ranging from $10M–$35M annually. ● Oversaw the planning, design, and installation of fiber optic networks for TELUS wireline and Mobility’s macro and in-building sites, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery. ● Contributed to the successful execution of TELUS’s $1B Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) initiative, focusing on GPON technology deployment across Edmonton. ● Led key Alberta portfolios including AB Access Rebuild, Temp/Perm RDMV, Pole Program, and Wireless Infrastructure initiatives. ● Managed the Alberta Wireless Transport portfolio, supporting seamless integration of wireless and core IP infrastructure. ● Collaborated with design engineers, construction managers, and contractors to resolve technical discrepancies and ensure alignment with construction documentation. ● Successfully delivered multiple portfolios, achieving 94% on-time and on-budget project completion. ● Prepared and reviewed CAPEX/OPEX budgets in SAP; provided monthly, quarterly, and annual variance reports to the Capital Management Team (CMT). ● Monitored project progress against plans and standards; took proactive measures to mitigate delays and address issues promptly. ● Identified and managed risks, developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans to ensure successful project outcomes. ● Facilitated change management processes, obtaining necessary approvals for scope changes and contract variations while effectively managing stakeholder expectations.

Managed and monitored multiple large-scale in-building wireless infrastructure projects ($20K–$5M), incorporating risk mitigation and stakeholder coordination. Delivered a 25-story Bank of Canada telecom and IT infrastructure project ahead of schedule and under budget, earning recognition from senior management and the client. Coordinated design, installation, and commissioning of equipment rooms, structured cabling, power, and HVAC to support secure, high-performance networks. Led acceptance testing and commissioning, verifying power failover, grounding, environmental monitoring, and connectivity prior to site go-live. Collaborated with engineers, contractors, and IT teams to resolve issues, ensure compliance, and optimize project delivery. Implemented best practices for infrastructure deployment and project controls, improving efficiency and reliability.

Managed Shaw’s $100M wireless program, rolling out 275 cell sites across Edmonton, coordinating vendors, municipal approvals, and design teams for seamless deployment. Oversaw TELUS in-building wireless rollouts ($1M–$5M), handling site acquisition, municipal permits, vendor management, and RF/design team coordination. Directed site surveys, engineering design reviews, and installation plans to ensure network coverage, capacity, and compliance with telecom standards. Supervised civil, electrical, and structural installations, including antennas, radios, power, grounding, and HVAC. Planned and coordinated installation of fiber backhaul and wireless radios to ensure connectivity and optimal network performance. Implemented project controls, risk mitigation, and contingency planning to meet aggressive timelines and budgets. Led commissioning, testing, and optimization, validating RF performance and regulatory compliance before site handover. Collaborated with cross-functional teams including RF engineers, civil contractors, municipalities, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality network infrastructure.