Robert Buchanan Email & Phone Number

Glasgow, Gb

Responsible for topside construction work and Vessel co-ordination during the Install of 11Kv cable between 2 offshore platforms at a distance of 6.3km.Part of the team responsible for creating the project layout, allocation of man hours and resources and high level project modularised plan.Ensured quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques.Lead and managed a team of Project and Field Engineers in preparation of mobilisation and execution of offshore installation campaigns.Managed de-commissioning activites in adherence with clients de-commissioning procedure. Adhered to Company Safety Standards and promoted safety culture among the ranks throughout the completion of installation & de-commissioning.

Grangemouth, Scotland, United Kingdom

Provide construction input during design and planning phases of projectsActively participate in design and construction reviewsPrepare scope of works and participate in bid analysis of third party tenders and in house term contractor cost estimatesProvide input into the development of project cost estimates and execution programmesSupporting the Project Engineer with the on-site management of construction worksInitiate and monitor site construction activities including involvement in weekly labour allocationsReview and approval of developed job cardsEnsure all vendor paperwork is in place prior to the execution of the works including facilitation of risk assessments and TJSA’s where necessaryLiaising with the Ops team to ensure permits and operational controls are in placeMonitoring construction contractor compliance with site working requirements and safety performanceMonitoring site progress and efficiency/productivityMain point of contact and liaison between construction contractors and Teesside OperationsProactive coordination of the project construction activities with diligent control of any modifications/changes during construction through the management of change process, in compliance with site standards and current legislationAnalysis of construction problems with input to providing solutions for issuesPrioritisation of reactive emergent work requested by operationsContribute to risks reviews and risk assessmentsWhere required attend vendor FAT’s and provide quality assurance for construction activitiesSupport the completions process including the CoR & COF Processes plus PSSR walk downs and punchlist itemsFeeding back daily and weekly progress to the Project Scheduler

Seagull Project Bp Etap

Liaise with the performing parties at the planning phase to complete the Permit Review/Screening to ensure appropriate level of risk assessment is performed. Identify activities that conflict with other work and that such hazards are identified and that steps are being undertaken to analyse and implement mitigations.Lead daily permit to work coordination meeting, update and circulate list of next day’s/week’s planned work activities with relative order and priority. Keep up-to-date daily register of PTW’s, supplementary certificates, audits and performance statistics.Brief Area Shift Supervisor on next day’s permits for authorization ensuring no conflicts with any relevant (new) Standing Instructions or operational situations.Track and advise line management for overdue or expired permits, certificates, forms and maintain records and hard copies of all PTW documentation as per document retention policy.Develop necessary PTW reports and statistics including PTW non-compliances as necessary at regular frequency.

Brockwell Energy From Waste. Grangemouth, Scotland, United Kingdom

Provide construction and I/E expertise / advice during design safety and engineering reviews to ensure that construction requirements and legislation are complied with.Lead the delivery of construction work in the field, coordinating resources, materials, permits and everything necessary to complete the work on time, in budget, to the design intent and to the required HSE and quality standards.Monitor and report upon delivery, ensure problems/issues are anticipated/ identified/ flagged at the earliest opportunity and that appropriate mitigations/solutions are put in place etc.Direct, control and motivate the execution of project I/E work on behalf of WOOD Plc, such that the allocated resources are in a position to deliver and perform to the required standards. Liaising closely with client and management to update regarding project progress and completion dates

United Kingdom

Seagreen Offshore Renewable WindfarmArea Authority role within the PTW system for all construction scopesHUC Lead holiday cover. Performing quality control surveillance during construction / installation and pre-commissioning phases.Carrying out pre-punch and tri-party walks in conjunction with commissioning and construction teams.Ensuring that punch list items were closed out satisfactory at the mechanical completion and Operations hand-dover stages.Preparing Non-Conformance reports and punch lists reports as required and generating any Red-Line markups arising from engineering and design changes. Performing on-site management, supervision and coordination of all self-performed and subcontracted work associated with Project work orders.Leading a team to ensure the smooth delivery of the SEAGREEN Offshore Substation Platform hook-up.Engaging with Delivery Supervisors, Field Engineers, Schedules and the Materials Coordinator communicating requirements to ensure that the project progressed from completion to commissioning works.Managing the execution of all associated field construction and pre-commissioning activities in line with project drawings, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, procedures, QA/QC requirements and safety standards, maintaining and organizing an efficient and safe work force. Managing the navigation and completion of multiple work packs from completion of GOC to MC1.Raising and resolving engineering queries (Eqs).Managed multiple trades as well as specialist vendors/contractors.

Shell Shearwater Platform

Grangemouth, Scotland, United Kingdom

Be aware of and apply relevant International, National and INEOS standards, systems and procedures for construction activities to satisfy legislative requirements and meet business goals for cost, schedule HSE and quality. Provide construction and I/E expertise / advice during design safety and engineering reviews to ensure that construction requirements and legislation are complied with.Lead the delivery of construction work in the field, coordinating resources, materials, permits and everything necessary to complete the work on time, in budget, to the design intent and to the required HSE and quality standards.Monitor and report upon delivery, ensure problems/issues are anticipated/ identified/ flagged at the earliest opportunity and that appropriate mitigations/solutions are put in place etc.Direct, control and motivate the execution of project I/E work on behalf of INEOS, such that the allocated resources are in a position to deliver and perform to the required standards. Plan and schedule the implementation in line with INEOS Control OF Work procedures.Review scopes of work, execution plans, method statements and risk assessments to ensure that work can be executed safely and efficiently within timescales.Ensure that work is coordinated with other parties (including but not limited to INEOS operations/permit personnel, the relevant Scaffold Insulation and Painting (SIP) contractor, other resources working on the project(s), other resources working in the vicinity of the projects implementation locations(s), quality assurance, commissioning and inspection personnel, etc).Ensure that accurate and complete “as Built” information is provided to the Project Manager to update site records with the correct information.The above shall require the post-holder to familiarise themselves with the scope/ drawings/ specifications to be implemented, to understand both what is to be implemented and how.

Perenco Sharp Project

Overall responsibility for the safe execution of project and site/construction implementationResponsible for the construction implementation in full compliance with Safety, Cost and Schedule, QA & QC etc.Manage the QA Procedure and QC Compliance in implementation.Assisting in constructability review.Managed multiple trades as well as specialist vendor/contractors.Organised Walk-down, Punch-listing, Clearing and Closure.Interface and close coordination with Client, EP team and other project team members.Managing the pre-com and commissioning works.Manage the turnover and closure of the contract.Focus on critical path activities and awareness of parallel works.Where appropriate, conduct and/or participate in safety activities such as Tool Box Talks (TBT), Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), Management of Change, Risk Assessments (RA) etc.

Norway

Record and facilitate the follow-up and close-out of identified non-conformances. Familiar with Electrical systems such as LV and MV equipments, motors, transformers, switchgears, CTs, Relays, UPS, battery bank, lighting fixtures and small power panels.Familiar with Instrumentation and Control systems such as DCS, ESD, PLCs and Cabinet integration instruments and transmitters like pressure, Diff pressure, level, flow, RTD & thermocouples with thermowells, gauges, analyzers and instrument tubing etc.Conduct site installation, testing, calibration inspections to confirm product and process quality in line with established quality and technical documents.Manage and participate in site quality verification activities (i.e. Quality Walkabout, Surveillance and Audit) and document the outcomes.Engaging with Delivery Supervisors, Field Engineers, Schedules and the Materials Coordinator communicating requirements to ensure that the project progressed from completion to commissioning worksEnsure that contractor processes and procedures are properly and effectively implemented.Worked within a multi-disciplinary team to achieve successful installation and Commissioning of major projects.Supervising a multi-national squad

Various

Reviewing and updating clients current Ex register and database.Developing and implementing an Ex Inspection strategy. Ensuring compliance with all standards and regulations. Inspecting contractors work while it progresses through the construction stages. Enabling punch lists to be created. Ex remedial repairs. Ensuring quality assurance of all work scopes are maintained, and all work is performed in accordance with company policies and the Health and Safety at work act. Excellent communication skills at all levels while remaining dedicated to ensuring and understanding the company requirements and procedures. Responding promptly and effectively to changing circumstances, planning for contingencies and managing conflicting priorities.Working flexibly to accommodate the changing needs of the business; working long hours and taking on additional responsibility.Complying with all relevant procedures and deliver high standards of safety performance during all operations.

Repsol Sinopec Fulmar Platform

Responsible for the preparation of Non-Conformance reports and punch lists reports as required and generated any Red-Line mark ups arising from engineering and design changes. Managing the execution of all associated field construction and pre-commissioning activities in line with project drawings, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, procedures, QA/QC requirements and safety standards, maintaining and organising an efficient and safe work force. Creating and reviewing permits, conducting task-based risk assessments based on all work scopes. Supporting and improving team performance by sharing knowledge and best practicesLiaising closely with client and management to update regarding project progress and completion datesCompleting all activities in a timely accurate and efficient manner in accordance with procedures and work instructionsMonitoring actives to ensure safe work performance, efficiency and execution are to plan and scheduleMaintaining high levels of housekeeping to ensure a safe and clean working environment for all staff membersSupporting in all elements of health, safety, security and environmental aspect for the organisation.

Judy Shutdown Tar

Coordinating work packs during shutdown period, with management of man-hour’s and materials for any additional and/or remedial works. Creating and reviewing permits, conduct task-based risk assessments based on all work Taking steps to encourage the workforce to carry out their duties effectively and safely, reviewing and amending Electrical Safety Procedures.

Cygnus Platform

Managing the planning, preparing and safe execution of multiple work scopes. Overseeing various disciplines including electrical, instrument, pipefitting, plating, crane ops, and rigging& specialist vendors, providing strategic leadership to all teams. Attending daily meetings, Mechanical Completion (MC), Permit and Daily Planning. Performing weekly worksite audits, environmental audits, attending daily toolbox talks, control of works coaching. Completing probationary evaluations and assessments in accordance with Worley Parsons competency assurance system. Engaging with external vendors and the commissioning team, reported progress and recent developments so each person was kept up to date. Preparing resource plans to ensure suitable resources are available to execute the works, in accordance with the agreed plan. Assisting in supervising commissioning of the new Alpha Compression Module Verified Completion of Final walk down of multiple work scopes as per skyline.

Various Platforms

Witnessing and verifying test results for electrical and instrument systems. Reviewing and updating clients current Ex register. Inspecting contractors work while it progresses through the construction stages. Enabling punch lists to be created.

Gdf Suez Cygnus Project

Control of Work, Area Operator, performing and isolating authority for commissioning of all electrical systems; commissioning, start-up and maintenance of the GDF Suez Cygnus Alpha and Bravo platforms.Organising E&I work scopes to ensure ILS systems are in place safely and on time.Reviewing and updating operating manuals and procedures for all electrical systems.Walk down of electrical systems and acceptance tests.Conducting pre-punch and tri-party walks in conjunction with commissioning and construction teams.Carrying out cold and live-loop checks on all electrical systems.Ensuring that punch list items were closed out satisfactory at the mechanical completion and operations handover stage.Working closely with 3rd party contractors providing services and supplying materials or equipment for commissioning.Ensuring maintenance management system (Maximo) was configured and utilized appropriately to build detailed plant history.Building a detailed knowledge of electrical systems, conducting inspections, ensuring maintenance and repair of all electrical systems.

Gdf Suez Cygnus Project

Supervising an assurance team of 2 commissioning technicians.Preserving all electrical equipment.Performing quality control surveillance during construction / installation and pre-commissioning phases.Carrying out pre-punch and tri-party walks in conjunction with commissioning and construction teams. Carrying out cold and live-loop checks on all electrical systems, including walk down of electrical systems and Acceptance Tests. Ensuring that punch list items were closed out satisfactory at the mechanical completion and Operations hand- dover stages. Creating mini- work-packs to enable atex inspectors to carry out detailed inspection and redline drawings upon completion. Preparing Non-Conformance reports and punch lists reports as required and generating any Red-Line mark ups arising from engineering and design changes. Clearing ‘a’ &’b’ punch items and regularly undertook function tests and lux testing to support the GDF com- missioning team Performing on-site management, supervision and coordination of all self-performed and subcontracted work associated with Project work orders Maintain/Repair NOV drilling equipment.Leading a team to ensure the smooth delivery of the CYGNUS hook-up.Engaging with Delivery Supervisors, Field Engineers, Schedules and the Materials Coordinator communicating requirements to ensure that the project progressed from completion to commissioning works. Managing the execution of all associated field construction and pre-commissioning activities in line with project drawings, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, procedures, QA/QC requirements and safety standards, maintaining and organising an efficient and safe work force. Managing the navigation and completion of multiple work packs from completion of GOC to MC1. Raising and resolving engineering queries (EQs).

Talisman Montrose

Overseen the high voltage and low voltage aspects of this upgrade;Organised plant and equipment shutdowns with the client to keep disruption at minimum whilst maintaining a high productivity level;Managed routines to ensure the preservation of all electrical equipment;Conducted pre-punch and tri-party walks in conjunction with commissioning and construction teams; Co-ordinated work packs during shutdown period, along with man hours and materials, for any additional and remedial works during construction;Ensured that punch list items are closed out satisfactory at the mechanical completion and Operations handover stage, raising and resolving Engineering Queries (EQs); including Walk down of Electrical systems and Acceptance Tests;Took steps to encourage the workforce to carry out their duties effectively and safely, reviewing and amending Electrical Safety;Attended Daily Operations meetings, Weekly Project Meetings and Weekly Preservation Meetings.

Nexen Golden Eagle Hook Up

•Prior to offshore stage of the project, I was placed in Nexen House creating work pack narratives & completing job cards with the use of the norms chart.• Performed on-site management, supervision and coordination of all self-performed and sub-contracted work associated projects and work orders;• Managed the execution of all associated field construction activities in conformance with project drawings, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, procedures, quality requirements and safety standards;• Planned daily electrical work scopes to ensure correct scheduling of all safety related priority work;• As Construction Supervisor, I organised permits, work scopes, planning and materials for all work parties and vendors.• Created growth cards, undertook pre-commissioning Certification alongside the commissioning techs and played a key role in function testing, ensuring that any faults found were efficiently resolved.