John Donald MacDonald
Larbert,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in Gantt charts, resource forecasting and delivering complex & challenging projects. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills and proficiency in interpreting performance metrics. Skilled in utilizing Asta Powerproject to enhance project management efficiency. Well versed in delivering projects across a variety of use cases and under a variety of different conditions. Able to collaborate with pre-construction teams to assist in scheduling potential projects.
Recently helped to deliver an office redevelopment in Edinburgh city centre which is one of the highest awarded BREEAM projects in the UK. In addition to being in charge of the programme I was also the BREEAM AP responsible for ensuring the project reached its rating.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Planner
Ogilvie Construction Ltd
Stirling
2022.07 - Current
- Developed tender programme submissions from drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with requirements.
- Compiled key programme sections for subcontractor meetings and pre-start briefings, facilitating effective communication and planning.
- Identified programme delays and reported them for commercial action.
- Facilitated risk assessments to mitigate potential project delays.
- Conducted regular progress reviews, maintaining alignment with project objectives.
- Provided weekly updates to senior management on progress and programme narrative, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Maintain BREEAM compliance, collate evidence, and support required accreditation submissions.
- Maintained accurate records of all planning activities for transparency and accountability.
Project Engineer
Imtech Engineering
Grangemouth
2019.08 - 2022.07
- Developed bespoke solutions addressing complex client requirements, showcasing innovation and effective problem-solving.
- Conducted in-depth feasibility studies to ensure viable project outcomes.
- Monitored subcontractor delivery onsite and chaired trade meetings to enhance project coordination.
- Track site progress against programme and send weekly updates to senior planner.
- Communicated daily with subcontractors to ensure compliance with site standards.
- Participated in regular training programmes to stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in technology.
Education
MEng - Electrical, Electronic & Energy Engineering
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow 2015.08 - 2018.05
HND - Measurement & Control Engineering
Forth Valley College
Grangemouth 2013.08 - 2015.05
Skills
- Resource forecasting
- Schedule optimisation
- Familiarity with gantt charts
- Performance metrics
- Project management software
- Exceptional communicator
Training Courses
- Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) - 08-2021
- Management of Lifting Operations - 03-2022
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Planner
Ogilvie Construction Ltd
2022.07 - Current
Project Engineer
Imtech Engineering
2019.08 - 2022.07
MEng - Electrical, Electronic & Energy Engineering
Glasgow Caledonian University
2015.08 - 2018.05
HND - Measurement & Control Engineering
Forth Valley College
2013.08 - 2015.05