Maxim Loporev

Project Manager | Large-Scale & Multidisciplinary Systems | End-to-End Execution | Cross-Functional Leadership

Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District, Israel

About

Experience

  • Sr analyst, Project Mgmt at Edwards Lifesciences
    Mar 2026 - Present · 5 mos

  • Israel Defense Forces (8 yrs 1 mo)
    • Project Manager – IT Infrastructure & Large-Scale Technological Projects
      Dec 2020 - Apr 2026 · 5 yrs 5 mos

      Experienced Project Manager specializing in end-to-end delivery of large-scale IT infrastructure and data center programs in complex, mission-critical environments. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary projects from requirements definition and system design through deployment, integration, testing, and operational handover. Lead the implementation of advanced data center platforms, working with networking, compute, storage, virtualization, and monitoring technologies (including Cisco, Dell, NetApp, VMware, and Gigamon), ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance. Own all phases of project execution: scope definition, technical and contractual documentation (SOWs, specifications), BOM planning, supplier and vendor management, Gantt-based scheduling, budget control, and risk mitigation. Drive engineering governance and reviews (Kickoff, SRR, PDR, HLD, CDR, LLD), author architecture and design documents, and support lifecycle cost analysis and executive-level reporting. Coordinate system integration, testing, and acceptance activities (FAT, HAT, SAT), manage upgrades and engineering changes, and lead issue resolution in high-pressure operational environments. Work closely with local and international vendors, cross-functional engineering teams, IT, operations, and security stakeholders in a matrix structure. Known for strong ownership, systems-level thinking, effective decision-making under pressure, and the ability to translate complex technical challenges into clear, executable project plans that deliver measurable results.

    • Military Service - Israel Navy, Combat Role
      Apr 2018 - Dec 2020 · 2 yrs 9 mos

      Operated high-pressure, mission-critical environments. worked within structured teams under strict timelines. Demonstrated discipline, responsibility, and rapid decision-making.