Donald Buchanan has over 28 years of experience as a project manager. He currently works as a Project Manager for MBDA in Stevenage, where he is responsible for establishing project management processes and maintaining project plans and budgets. Prior to this, he held project management roles for several other companies, managing a variety of construction and oil and gas projects. He has extensive experience planning and executing projects according to budgets and deadlines.

1. CURRICULUM VITAE – DONALD BUCHANAN
Name: Donald Buchanan
Address: 29 Braehead Drive
Stonehaven
AB39 2PX
Mobile: 07808 854689
Home Tel: 01569 766688
Email: Donald.Buchanan16@gmail.com
Nationality: British
Driving license: Full UK License
SC Clearance obtained July 2016
Academic Qualifications
CIPS (Chartered Institute of Purchasing Supply Chain Management) Diploma (last year to complete)
HNC Purchasing
‘O’ Level English, Mathematics, Arithmetic, Statistics, Geography, French, Chemistry & Biology
Courses
Project Management Accreditation/Certificate (20/20 Consultants) Equivalent of Prince 2
HSE Management Accreditation/Certificate (20/20 Consultants)
Quality Audit (QMS) Qualified Auditor
Fire warden, First Aid, Lifting Operations, Environmental Protection, Hazardous Substances, H&S in
Construction, Working at Height, Asbestos Safety, Safety in Confined Spaces, Accident
Investigation/Prevention, Manual Handling.
Proficient in utilizing all Microsoft Office applications
Experience Summary
Project Manager with more than 28 years’ experience performing a variety of demanding roles safely
and successfully, I take pride in being a reliable self-motivated person with excellent communication
and organizational skills. I have the ability to generate innovative ideas and solutions whilst also
planning, managing and executing tasks within tight deadlines and cost restrictions.
I also have excellent Business Development/Account Manager interpersonal skills, building
relationships with numerous Operators, Sub-contractors, personnel and
Construction/Fabrication/Manufacturing companies.

2. MBDA, Stevenage
(July 2016 – Present) Project Manager
Limited details available due to the nature of responsibilities working for MoD
• Establish and implement effective project management processes, tools and reporting
mechanisms facilitating achievement of the programme and budgets.
• Maintain top level plans, objectives and statements of work whilst identify risk factors.
• Ensure Project work breakdown structure, cost collection structures and project plans are
defined, agreed and maintained.
• Adhere to Company and Regularity standards and procedures.
• Plan, load and control Contract budgets in accordance with the defined work breakdown
structure.
• Manage, control and minimise the project cost base (SAP). Support and manage Contract cost
at completions, maximising margin.
• Prepare and maintain Contract risk and opportunity optimisation plans (Primavera 6) and
associated contingency budgets.
• Ensure workload forecast is available for the Project / Sector and in line with project plans
and long-term business plans.
• Prepare reports covering business performance for area(s) of responsibility to Clients.
• Co-ordinate Client interfaces with internal functions and directorates.
• Support the Business and Performance, Commercial and Finance mangers in the negotiation
and approval of Contract changes.
• Develop and maintain key relationships with Clients and other external stakeholders as
applicable.
• Support the multi-disciplined project teams and encourage strong team working both within
and beyond the Project Business Team.
• Support the Sales and Business Development teams in the winning of new domestic and
export Contracts.
NEWCo
(March 2016 – June 2016) Project Manager
• Manage numerous projects throughout the life cycle (sub-stations, bridges, structures etc.),
from concept to commissioning. Attend all kick-off meetings and provide technical and build
ability advice to the design team
• In conjunction with the sub-contractors, develop the schedule into a working construction
phase programme which shall be updated weekly
• Review the drawings/deliverables with sub-contractors to ensure that the construction
programme is understood and adhered to
• Manage the site from setup to completion and control all aspects of site operations
• In conjunction with the Contracts Manager, co-ordinate and control the sub-contractors on
site, provide appropriate information concerning any additional requirements and address any
problems which may arise in a safe and timely manner
• Co-ordinate progress meetings and liaise with sub-contractors, providing feedback to Client
• Manage ordering of site materials and additional site labour if required. Ensure that
specifications and drawings/deliverables are adhered to
• Ensure the company quality procedures and industry standards are adhered
• Ensure that snagging lists are forwarded to the relevant sub-contractors and agree time frames
for completion of the snagging and report back weekly on progress
• Ensure that all relevant site documentation is returned to office for archiving

3. PD&MS GROUP
(Apr 2013 – Feb 2016) – Manager of Projects for BP Assets (North Sea & Norwegian Sectors)
• Responsible for the execution of projects from concept through to commissioning. Initial
identification (BP EMoC, Engineering Management of Change) and confirmation of overall
project work-scopes following Design/Safety Reviews, Risk Assessments,
HAZOP’s/HAZID’s.
• Approve all SoR/BoD’s/PEP’s, tenders, contracts, schedules and budgets, ensuring
compliance with QHSE, Company Policies and Standard Regulations.
• Create CTR’s for submission to Client.
• Conduct & manage project kick-off meetings in accordance with Client/Company procedures.
Responsible for producing cost estimates and terms & conditions appropriate for each project.
• Identification of all project requirements and the associated change control
management/variation orders, both in terms of deliverables and commercial impact.
• Manage, review and co-ordinate the FEED deliverables engineered by multi-discipline teams
throughout the project. Manage sub-contracts and vendor liaison relating to identified
component/material requirements e.g. HPU’s, manifolds, piping, switchboards etc. Review
performance of multi-discipline project tasks both in office and at site ensuring KPI’s are
achieved.
• Work proactively with relevant Cost (SAP) & Planning Engineers (P6) to ensure that
commitments, costs & schedules are managed and controlled.
• Meet with Client Project Managers’ regularly and build a good working relationship,
highlighting and discussing possible future scopes.
• Ensure all offshore personnel are aware of Medic pharmaceutical products available.
• Approve and manage all Procurement/Material/Logistic/Transportation activities. Evaluate
and approve RFQ’s, issue Purchase Orders accordingly. Ensure all procured
components/materials comply with project budget & Industry Standards ISO, API, ASME,
BE EN etc.
• Manage & ensure all vendor/engineering DCC activities (ProArc) are performed.
• Review and approve all work-packs issued for Construction. Review red-line mark-up work-
packs on return from Offshore/Onshore Construction.
• Perform site visits to witness FAT’s/SIT’s at Fabrication/Construction facilities on behalf of
Client.
• Manage/supervise installation and commissioning activities in conjunction with 3rd
Party
IVB’s i.e. DNV, Lloyds Register etc.
• Arrange lessons learnt meeting with Engineering, Finance, Procurement, Planning and the
Commercial teams.
• Single point of contact for all internal and external project reporting.
• Uphold ethics and values, demonstrate integrity, promote and defend equal opportunities.
Apply Altra Ltd
(Apr 2010 – April 2013) – Project Manager
• Seconded to Maersk Oil as Project Manager for GARP FPSO (Gryphon ‘A’ Re-
instatement Project). Assess manpower requirements, recruit and manage FEED multi-
discipline team, ensuring all Technical Safety, Process, Instrument, Electrical, HVAC,

4. Piping/Mechanical, Structural and Maintenance Engineering requirements are performed
to Maersk Oil and HSEQ standards.
• Manage and delegate duties to multidiscipline on-site engineers in Rotterdam, ensuring
HSE/Medic pharmaceutical options are fully understood.
• Actively support all planning, procurement, fabrication and construction activities on site.
Review/approve construction work-packs. Witness key component FAT’s e.g. all Mechanical,
Piping, E&I, Structural components.
• On behalf of Maersk Oil, manage the Design House, Fabricom (Newcastle) who
performed detailed design & procured components/materials for the Project.
• Manage GARP team in a considerate, professional and highly supportive manner.
• Inform Maersk Management of project status on all developments which may impact
schedule, costs, delivery of components, safety and reputation.
• Strongly manage commercial and risk issues.
• Ensure all milestones and phases of the project are properly completed, closed out
and accepted by DNV (IVB).
Cammach Engineering
(Jan 2010 – Apr 2010) Package/Close-Out Certification Engineer
• Manage interfaces within a project structure which entails all internal engineering
disciplines, drawing office, project management, document control, client & suppliers.
• Coordinate site visits.
• Attend & witness SIT’s, FAT’s etc. for all project components, ensuring inspection and test
requirements adhere to Client specification and are HSEQ compliant to standards &
regulations, offering advice when necessary.
• Review and verify all relevant drawings/documentation/certification prior to collating and
creating Manufacturing Record Books for all components.
Subsea 7
(Aug 2005 – Dec 2009) Principle Project/Package Engineer
• Collate and review specifications, data sheets, documents/drawings and SDRL requirements
prior to Bid Enquiry Process for all EPCI Projects.
• Issue RFQ’s, review bids and issue P.O.s accordingly.
• Liaise with Project Planner (P3) ensuring delivery dates are identified prior to planned need
dates.
• Ensure receipt and review of Inspection Test Plan/QA Plan prior to Preproduction Meeting
(PPM).
• Liaise with Client and Suppliers on a daily basis regarding all package issues being single
point of contact, address & close out all engineering, technical queries & DQR’s.
• Ensure upstream/downstream procured components & spares delivered are fitforpurpose,
UK/EU custom compliant, HSE compliant and adhere to project budget/schedule.
• Arrange & liaise with third party inspectors and Independent Verification Body (IVB)
regarding release of finished components.
• Liaise with Fabrication/Construction companies regarding logistics/freight of all topside &
subsea procured components, assisting & advising where required at FAT’s and SIT’s.
• Review and approve certification data books/work-packs.
• Liaise with Vessel Operations Director ensuring all vessel requirements are available on
schedule.

5. • Attend Monthly meetings with Client which entails presentation status of various packages.
• Supervise work performed by Package Engineers on alternative Projects. Conduct yearly
performance reviews.
• Coordinate and manage PreCommissioning Frame Agreement Contract with Halliburton,
being single point of contact.
VetcoGray
(Nov 2004 – Jul 2005) Senior Project Coordinator
• Manage the project control functions of materials procurement, quality assurance and HSEQ.
• Ensure certification activities are in line with QA requirements which entails site visits.
• Review/comment on supplier documentation.
• Expedite materials, certification and documentation from approved suppliers.
• Prepare, maintain and present reports to VetcoGray Management.
• Single point of contact for Project Team which entails daily communication, coordination,
expediting and responding to all engineering enquiries.
• Assist with contract procedures from award to close out.
• Liaise and assist cost control, scheduling and purchase order requirements.
J P Kenny Caledonia
(January 2000 – November 2004) Senior Technical/Project Coordinator
Seconded to Chevron, scope of works entailed:
Chevron:
• Create, administer and manage the project control functions of procuring
material, QA, QC, HSE and documentation control (all electronically).
• Ensure certification activities are in line with QA requirements which entails site
visits.
• Expedite materials, certification and documentation from approved suppliers.
• Prepare, maintain and present reports to ChevronTexaco Management.
• Single point of contact for Project Team which entails daily communication, co-
ordination, expediting and answering all engineering enquiries from Drilling and
Subsea Group, Pipeline Group (LNG), Platform, Operations and Contractor’s.
• Assist with contract procedures from award to close out.
• Liaise and assist cost control, scheduling and purchase order requirements
• Coordinate with and obtain concurrence from partners with respect to above
activities. Maintain Project Interface and SIT Registers.
Mott Macdonald Engineering Consultants
(Mar 1999 – Jan2000) Senior Project Coordinator
• Assist in preparation of tender documentation, proposals, bids & business development
issues for LNG Project.
• Update & maintain budget that incorporates cost control.
• Create, prepare & maintain files for reports (Word), timesheets (Excel), project prospects
(Access) & general documentation (DMS).
• Ensure travelling engineers fully informed of pharmaceutical vaccine requirements.

6. • Develop company profile on website.
• Maintain project quality control system & change control.
• Initiate project reviews, reports & archives (ECS).
• Create & manage library for all incoming/outgoing documentation.
• Draft, type & issue weekly/monthly progress reports.
Dolphin Drilling/Brumac Process and Electrical Engineering
(Jul 1998 – Feb 1999) Lead Engineering Vendor Controller/Expeditor
• Create vendor database using Access system.
• Responsible for inventory control, processing and negotiating from tendering to purchasing
stages.
• Expedite outstanding certification, documentation and materials (piping, cabling, valves, etc)
from vendors worldwide.
• Collate EX, DNV, NMD, NPE certification for presentation to client, Saga.
• Compile commissioning and construction packages.
• Answer engineering enquiries.
• Supervise input and distribution of all incoming/outgoing documentation, drawings,
specifications, etc.
• Prepare weekly plans and reports for management.
• Responsible for logistics of staff and materials.
• Supervise 5 document controllers.
Aker Oil and Gas
(Apr 1997 – Jun 1998) Senior Vendor Controller/Expeditor
• Create a logical and maintainable vendor document control system for all internal and
external documentation relating to Banff FPSO vessel build.
• Develop and update project procedures relating to all duties.
• Compile and process requisition orders and assist in placement of purchase orders, concessions,
VOR’s, etc.
• Extensive use of Excel to develop necessary reports for management.
• Control and expedite all overdue documentation and equipment from vendors.
• Delegate and supervise over 3 Document Controllers and 3 Technical Clerks ensuring that all
duties are carried out.

7. • Develop company profile on website.
• Maintain project quality control system & change control.
• Initiate project reviews, reports & archives (ECS).
• Create & manage library for all incoming/outgoing documentation.
• Draft, type & issue weekly/monthly progress reports.
Dolphin Drilling/Brumac Process and Electrical Engineering
(Jul 1998 – Feb 1999) Lead Engineering Vendor Controller/Expeditor
• Create vendor database using Access system.
• Responsible for inventory control, processing and negotiating from tendering to purchasing
stages.
• Expedite outstanding certification, documentation and materials (piping, cabling, valves, etc)
from vendors worldwide.
• Collate EX, DNV, NMD, NPE certification for presentation to client, Saga.
• Compile commissioning and construction packages.
• Answer engineering enquiries.
• Supervise input and distribution of all incoming/outgoing documentation, drawings,
specifications, etc.
• Prepare weekly plans and reports for management.
• Responsible for logistics of staff and materials.
• Supervise 5 document controllers.
Aker Oil and Gas
(Apr 1997 – Jun 1998) Senior Vendor Controller/Expeditor
• Create a logical and maintainable vendor document control system for all internal and
external documentation relating to Banff FPSO vessel build.
• Develop and update project procedures relating to all duties.
• Compile and process requisition orders and assist in placement of purchase orders, concessions,
VOR’s, etc.
• Extensive use of Excel to develop necessary reports for management.
• Control and expedite all overdue documentation and equipment from vendors.
• Delegate and supervise over 3 Document Controllers and 3 Technical Clerks ensuring that all
duties are carried out.