ARUN KUMAR SHARMA
Riyadh,Riyadh Region
Summary
Operations Manager with 15+ years of experience in field management, project implementation, and vendor management. Expert in supervising completion operations, directing teams, and managing large-scale deployments (0 to 15,000+ installations). Proven track record in cost control, safety compliance, quality assurance, and stakeholder management.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work history
Project Manager – Operations & Maintance
Solar-Lit Xiamen Lanxu Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.
2025.12 - 2026.08
- Directed operations as the ARCS Project Manager for the 2,000MW utility-scale Al-Moya Solar Plant.
- Orchestrated the successful completion and final project handover of the 2,000MW Al-Rass-2 Solar Plant.
- Led end-to-end testing phases, successfully managing both the cold and hot commissioning of large-scale plant ARCS systems.
- Integrated emerging technologies and solar industry best practices, optimising project workflows and enhancing operational performance.
- Spearheaded integration of network and SCADA systems, facilitating seamless communication and effective facility control.
- Executed facility handover protocols and compliance testing, ensuring adherence to RRT, MOS Testing, and ICL procedures.
- Administered Permit to Work (PTW) and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) systems, ensuring strict adherence to HSE regulations and site operational procedures.
- Governed site safety as an Authorized Permit Issuer and Receiver, overseeing comprehensive safety controls and risk mitigation.
Field Manager (Subject Matter Expert) – Operations
Airtouch Solar India Pvt Ltd
New Delhi
2019.09 - 2025.12
- Scaled solar dry-cleaning robot operations from 0 to 15,000 installations, establishing first-of-its-kind technology in solar industry and managing solar field expansion from 50 MW to 2,500 MW.
- Directed field operations and guided cross-functional teams, achieving on-time project delivery across multiple installations.
- Managed vendor relationships and coordinated installation teams across multiple sites, maintaining 100% safety compliance.
- Implemented process improvements and standardized operational procedures, reducing project completion time by 20%.
- Motivated and developed team members, enhancing overall team performance metrics and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Adapted quickly to emerging technologies and solar industry best practices, staying current with industry developments.
- Completed technical documentation and quality assurance protocols, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly.
Regional Manager – Construction & Vendor Management
MER Group
Yangon
2015.10 - 2019.03
- Managed 200+ construction sites from initiation through final handover, coordinating vendors and in-house teams to ensure project success.
- Supervised on-site construction activities and directed vendor teams to achieve project milestones and meet specifications.
- Managed project timelines, resource allocation, and site-level documentation for stakeholder reporting.
- Completed all sites within budget and quality standards, fostering strong supplier and customer relationships.
- Implemented quality control procedures and site audits to ensure compliance with standards and customer requirements.
Implementation Manager / RF Manager – Telecom Infrastructure
Zamil Infra Pvt Ltd
Yangon
2012.03 - 2015.04
- Managed implementation lifecycle for complex telecom deployments, ensuring alignment of system functionality with technical requirements.
- Resolved technical barriers and enhanced system support through root cause analysis and collaborative troubleshooting efforts.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop technical documentation and maintenance procedures.
- Conducted software license audits to identify cost-saving opportunities, minimising compliance risk and operational expenses.
RF Drive Test Engineer – Network Optimization
Micro Qual Techno Ltd
Kathmandu
2011.06 - 2012.03
- Led drive test teams in network performance analysis and optimisation to enhance service quality across multiple cell sites.
- Conducted RF drive tests and data analysis to refine network design, focusing on optimising physical and logical parameters.
- Performed frequency spectrum scans successfully; helped detect sources of interference.
- Regularly tested newly installed hardware components to ensure optimal functionality.
- Identified need for site upgrades with extensive data analysis.
Technical Support Engineer – Telecommunications
Bharti Airtel
Jammu & Srinagar
2007.04 - 2011.03
- Resolved network connectivity issues for Bharti Airtel customers, meeting SLA targets.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding network performance and connectivity, improving customer satisfaction.
- Delivered technical support to call centre operations across Jammu and Srinagar regions, enhancing service reliability.
- Documented technical issues and resolution procedures, ensuring knowledge continuity and support efficiency.
Education
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Government Polytechnic
FerozepurHigh School Diploma - undefined
Government Higher Secondary School
FerozepurSkills
- Operations Management
- Project coordination
- Site Management
- Construction Management
- Vendor Management
- Budget Control
- Technology Deployment
- Process Improvement
- Resource Planning
- Staff Supervision
- Team Leadership
- Stakeholder Communication
Certification
- System Engineering Program Microsoft Certification (3 months) – CMS Computers Ltd, 2006
- Youth Leadership Training Camp – State Level, NSS Punjab Government, 2005
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: English, Hindi, Dogri (fluent)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Passport: I0804335 | US B1/B2 Visa
- Valid Driving License Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Valid Work Visa/Transferable IQama
Timeline
Project Manager – Operations & Maintance
Solar-Lit Xiamen Lanxu Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.
2025.12 - 2026.08
Field Manager (Subject Matter Expert) – Operations
Airtouch Solar India Pvt Ltd
2019.09 - 2025.12
Regional Manager – Construction & Vendor Management
MER Group
2015.10 - 2019.03
Implementation Manager / RF Manager – Telecom Infrastructure
Zamil Infra Pvt Ltd
2012.03 - 2015.04
RF Drive Test Engineer – Network Optimization
Micro Qual Techno Ltd
2011.06 - 2012.03
Technical Support Engineer – Telecommunications
Bharti Airtel
2007.04 - 2011.03
High School Diploma - undefined
Government Higher Secondary School
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Government Polytechnic