Nejat Belay

Datacenter Planning and Project Oversight. Datacenter Deployment and Operational Oversight. Structural and Energy Analysis for Safaricom Ethiopia Projects. Technical and Strategic Contributions

• Develop data center forecasting and white space planning based on tenant requirements.
• Oversee project progress and vendor management to maximize efficiency.
• Review the High-Level Design (HLD) for the main and redundant data centers.
• Assess the Low-Level Design (LLD) following the High-Level Design (HLD) alignment.
• Examine the Bill of Quantities (BOQ), cost estimation, and vendor technical documents per standards.
• Revise PIP plans in accordance with the master plan.
• Ensure implementation aligns with the master plan’s quality and schedule.
• Supervise full data center deployment, including civil, electrical, and mechanical components.
• Provide on-site engineering solutions for unforeseen challenges.
• Facilitate timely stakeholder meetings to track project status, integrate new requirements, and optimize parallel workflows for efficient delivery.
• Lead data center acceptance, including as-built reviews, system validations, testing (dry runs), and commissioning reports.
• Ensure continuous monitoring of active and passive data center infrastructures.
• Oversee power upgrade projects within data centers to serve 10 million customers.
• Maintain active coordination with the Uptime Institute to secure certification.
• Conduct structural analysis for telecommunications projects.
• Evaluate energy solutions, space requirements, and local compatibility with standards.
• Design structural solutions for concrete and steel structures, data centers, and solar installations.
• Develop civil and power engineering designs for DWDM (Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing) sites.
• Oversee DWDM site construction, acceptance, and handover processes.
• Apply problem-solving expertise to efficiently resolve issues.
• Implement time management strategies for seamless project execution and deadline adherence.
• Conduct system analysis and testing to identify and correct inefficiencies.
• Foster collaborative environments to enhance workplace productivity.
• Maintain high customer satisfaction through knowledgeable issue resolution.
• Perform data-driven research and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Provide team guidance and support, fostering a cooperative work culture.
• Engage with customers using strong interpersonal skills for effective communication.
• Drive innovation by proposing solutions that enhance team performance.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and achieve goals.
• Utilize software tools to optimize workflows and boost operational efficiency.
• Prioritize tasks to accomplish service objectives efficiently.
• Deliver exceptional customer service across direct and remote interactions.

Site Validation and Tower Design. Datacenter and Infrastructure Development. Technical Validation and Construction Oversight. Team and Operational Excellence

• Validate site designs and TSSR (Technical Site Survey Reports) from vendors.
• Assess tower designs from suppliers for compliance with standards.
• Engage with tower suppliers to evaluate solution feasibility for various scenarios.
• Develop a checklist for tower validation to ensure consistency and quality.
• Establish localized standards for tower design and analysis.
• Provide specialized design solutions for Ethiopian Airlines' communication towers.
• Design high-quality data centers in collaboration with industry professionals.
• Lead the national data center (DC) design at the IPDC.
• Manage vendor and consultant oversight to ensure the quality and progress of DC construction.
• Revise PIP plans in alignment with the master plan.
• Monitor implementation to ensure adherence to quality and schedule benchmarks.
• Deliver on-site engineering solutions to address construction challenges.
• Conduct timely multi-department meetings to assess project status, integrate new requirements, and optimize parallel execution.
• Oversee datacenter acceptance, including PAC (Partial Acceptance Certificate) reviews.
• Supervise site work execution to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Validate the MOP (Method of Procedure) for operational alignment.
• Manage inventory and supplies to guarantee timely material availability.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to accomplish project goals.
• Develop cost-effective solutions that enhance efficiency and financial sustainability.
• Foster team productivity by ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Coordinate closely with project stakeholders to achieve deadlines and objectives.
• Strengthen workplace dynamics by promoting a cooperative and goal-driven environment.

Structural Assessment and Site Analysis. Structural Assessment and Site Analysis Cost Estimation and Project Planning Structural Engineering and Load Calculations

• Monitor contractor performance throughout construction to ensure compliance with design intent.
• Ensure adherence to engineering standards, safety regulations, and quality benchmarks.
• Analyze as-built buildings for optimal placement of transmission poles, towers, and equipment foundations.
• Review the Hammer test and geotechnical reports from subcontractors to assess ground conditions.
• Examine Detail Design Drawings (DDD) for accuracy before customer submission.
• Provide structural solutions tailored to project requirements.
• Perform seismic analysis on buildings per local building codes.
• Conduct cost estimates for proposed projects, considering labor, materials, and equipment costs.
• Develop plans, specifications, and construction details for new structures.
• Visit project sites to verify conditions and ensure alignment with design measurements.
• Perform a structural analysis of existing buildings to evaluate load-bearing capacity and integrity.
• Calculate structural loads using both hand calculations and computer modeling tools, such as SAP2000 and ETABS.

Technical Design and Project Approvals Site Analysis and Tower Optimization. Structural Analysis and Engineering Support.

• Prepare Low-Level and Detail Design (LLD), Technical Site Survey Report (TSSR), and Civil Work Detail Design (CWDD).
• Develop, design, and secure approval for TSSR and LLD in ET SER, SSWR LTE (4G), OTN, and IP RAN projects.
• Prepare, design, and obtain approval for TSSR and LLD in ET SER, and SSWR power expansion projects.
• Conduct site analysis for upcoming operators, ensuring feasibility and alignment with operational requirements.
• Perform tower analysis to determine the optimal placement of new equipment for expanding networks.
• Review ISSAR and SAR for the land acquisition department to ensure site viability.
• Conduct structural analysis, and prepare comprehensive engineering reports.
• Provide technical support for design-related customer inquiries, ensuring the resolution of issues.
• Assist production teams during the manufacturing process by offering engineering expertise.

Project Leadership and Cross-Functional Coordination Infrastructure Inspection and Contract Preparation. Technical Design, Reports, & Cost Estimation

• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring timely delivery of engineering solutions, within budget.
• Oversee team collaboration, optimizing performance, and technical execution. Design Requirements & Structural Analysis.
• Collaborate with system engineers to gather and define design requirements.
• Conduct structural system analysis in accordance with relevant code standards.
• Perform digital and classical calculations to optimize structural integrity and efficiency.
• Design safe and economical structures tailored to project specifications.
• Inspect bridges and transportation infrastructure to ensure safety and structural soundness.
• Assist in the preparation of bids and contract documents for ongoing construction projects.
• Prepare design solutions, incorporating necessary modifications for optimization.
• Develop statistical reports, alongside comprehensive structural design documentation.
• Produce a detailed breakdown of the Bill of Quantities (BOQ), cost estimation, and project scheduling.
• Complete cost estimates based on labor, materials, and equipment expenses.