Peter Storey has over 21 years of experience in the oil and gas and construction industries. He has held roles as an offshore construction lead/manager at Shell since 2014, where he has managed high-value decommissioning projects and teams of over 130 people. Prior to this, he gained experience in various roles within the industry, including as an onshore construction engineer, construction focal point, and construction foreman. He has a strong background in safety and project management skills.
1. Peter Storey
Offshore Construction Lead/Manager
PERSONAL PROFILE
Highly skilled Construction Manager with over 21 years’ experience in the Oil & Gas and Construction
industry, who started career as a Plater and once time served, obtained valuable experience working in
Rig yards, shipyards, power stations and offshore installations, gaining a vast knowledge of how to
overcome difficult challenges and identify solutions which can be crucial for the delivery of projects in a
safe and cost effective manner. Extensive experience in leading and managing multi-cultural
construction projects, overcoming challenges throughout life cycle with proven ability to deliver results
of the highest standards.
SKILLS & Core Competencies
• Thorough knowledge of all Plating, pipework, rigging, E&I, scaffolding and welding procedures
which provides ability for innovative thinking, providing ideas for workable solutions when faced
with difficult work scopes
• Self-motivated objective driven forward thinker and has vision which enables planning ahead
while consistently looking for solutions to achieve completion milestones of all project work
undertaken to meet company goals
• Communicating with client and contractor management, colleagues and third party suppliers in
a clear and easy to understand manner
• Well versed with the latest trends and techniques and a wide range of skills in Quality
Initiatives, Technology, Critical Thinking, Troubleshooting, Problem Analysis and Resolution.
• Project Management, Mechanical Engineering, Construction and Team Management in the
Engineering industry.
• A strong understanding of current health and safety legislation.
• Sound judgment & decision-making skills.
• Fully conversant in sign off activities for all project requirements i.e. GOC
• Estimating accurately and providing method statements
ACHIEVEMENTS
• Highly recommended by Shells Head of Projects for achieving highest percentage ever achieved
in Shell’s global business for Hands on Tool Time for all personnel within the team during Brent
Delta decommissioning project.
• Successful completion of Brent Charlie Late Life Project, which was completed ahead of time,
working with 130 on Regalia Flotel Program
• Delivered successful Brent Delta de-commissioning project 8 x 20Te lift points fitted and welded
under deck, removal of various utilities and fully welded strengthening steelwork above deck
was achieved well within project timescale, leaving the rig in lighthouse mode ready for
24,000Te single lift in 2017
• Completion of numerous TAR’s/shutdowns within the Offshore Shutdown Coordinators role while
working for Aker Solutions, Petrofac and Conoco Phillips
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Shell Dec 2014 – Present
Offshore Construction Lead/Manager
• Management of high value de-commissioning projects on Brent Delta, Charlie and currently
Bravo. Responsible for a team of 130 plus and external vendors
• Coordinate and liaise with onshore engineering and construction, contribute to preparing work-
packs and review, comment and recommend scope of works
• Brent Delta - Successfully completed all single lift requirements within given timescale
• Brent Charlie – Late life project – new power generators, service water, and diesel ring main
upgrades to make ready for de-commissioning
2. • Brent Bravo – Prepare, coordinate and manage all construction and engineering activities
offshore to ensure Bravo is ready for single lift on time within given milestones
ConocoPhillips Oct 2013 – Dec 2014
Onshore Construction Engineer – Britannia BLP Alder Project
• Liaising and Key interface between BOL Operations Team, Construction, Projects and
Engineering throughout the Alder Project and during Britannia 2014 Shutdown
• Ensure constructability of all work packs, check hours and final sign off at C1
• Managed successful completion of Alder project 2014 shutdown ahead of time
• Worked as a Piping Engineer at OGN yard Newcastle during Greenfield built phase of the Alder
hook up module, liaising with yard management, supervisors and structural department to
ensure un-delayed build of all piping systems
Petrofac Feb 2011 – Sep 2013
Construction Focal Point for Maersk
• Janice Alpha (FPU) Progressed from Charge hand to Construction Focal Point
• Gryphon Recovery Project while in Dry Dock, Holland
• Global Producer III
• Ensured safety systems of work were correctly followed and responsible for managing any
change to planned work, standing in as Offshore Construction Supervisor when required
• Supervision of multi-disciplined team, conducting and delivering meetings and toolbox talks
• Timewriting using SAP
Aker Solutions (Tupee to Petrofac Feb 2011) Aug 2006 – Feb 2011
Working for Maersk on the Janice Alpha (Semi Sub)
Construction ForemanOffshore Shutdown Co-ordinator & Safety Rep
• Successfully managed Shutdowns 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011
• Liaised with Construction and Maintenance Departments and contractors to organise flange and
bolt management
• Originated shutdown work permits and worked out man hour estimations
• Coordinated the orders for materials and ensured they were in place prior to commencement of
shutdown and organised all scaffolding requirements
• Produce an Action Tracker/Completions Register to report progress to Offshore Operations
engineer and Onshore Shutdown Co-Ordinator
Previous Employment June 1996 – Jul 2006
Plater
Worked within Rig yards, shipyards, power stations and offshore installations including Heerema, Aker
McNulty, Amec, Clemtech, Mitsui Babcock and Crew Mechanical Services
EDUCATION & COURSES
Hartlepool College of Education Jun 1995 – Jun 1999
• Modern Apprenticeship gained (Heerema Hartlepool)
• NVQ Level I, II & III Fabrication & Welding of Steel Structures
• NVQ Level II Computer Aided Design
• BTEC National Certificate Fabrication and Welding (ONC)
• City & Guilds Part III Fabrication & Welding
• City & Guilds Health, Safety & Environment
Management Training
• SMTD – Module 1 Foundation
• SMTD – Module 2A & B
• SMTD – Module 3A & B