David Thomson

Background

About David Thomson

Project Delivery Manager | West Wireless ImplementationI manage and deliver wireless infrastructure projects across Western Canada, bridging field execution with structured project delivery and strong stakeholder coordination. I bring hands‑on technical experience from the tower, the field, and the project office—allowing me to lead with practical insight, safety focus, and operational discipline. My work spans upgrades, new site builds, structural modifications, and transport/antenna systems, ensuring each project meets engineering standards, schedule commitments, and safety requirements.Key Highlights• Delivered Rogers/Ericsson wireless upgrade programs, network uplift initiatives, and TELUS new site builds across rural and urban markets.• Supported tower stacking, concrete foundations, steel reinforcing, and structural modifications, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings and build specifications.• Executed and coordinated microwave alignment, radio swap-outs, antenna replacements, and equipment installations with field crews and OEM partners.• Field testing capability including OTDR, PIM, sweep testing, and basic transport verification.• Active Safety Committee member, rescue‑trained, and experienced with remote‑site risk management and field hazard controls.• Prior hands-on background in in‑building DAS/Cabling (WTC Wirewerks) and as an apprentice lineman, providing strong grounding in construction, rigging, and technical field practices.Credentials• Applied Project Management Certificate, covering HR, communications, cost control, quality, procurement, and risk management principles applied to telecom infrastructure delivery.Service• Royal Engineers (British Army) – 5 years of service, bringing leadership, discipline, teamwork, and operational readiness to all project environments.