David Williamson
About David Williamson
David Williamson is a Project Manager at BG Group, where he has worked since 2008, specializing in subsea facilities design and installation engineering. With over 46 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, he has a strong background in deepwater projects and has managed multidisciplinary teams throughout all phases of project development.
Work at BG Group
David Williamson has served as a Project Manager at BG Group since 2008. In this role, he has focused on subsea facilities design and installation engineering, specifically addressing 'heavy lift' operations. Over the past 16 years, he has contributed to various projects, particularly in the deepwater sector. His recent work includes significant involvement in projects within the BG Brazil Santos basin, where he has spent the last four years of his career.
Education and Expertise
David Williamson earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Leeds University, studying from 1971 to 1974. His education laid the foundation for his extensive technical expertise in subsea facilities design and installation engineering. He has developed specialized knowledge in harsh deepwater environments, particularly in FPSO settings and diverless operations.
Background
Prior to his tenure at BG Group, David Williamson worked at BP for 34 years, from 1974 to 2008, where he held the position of Project Manager. His extensive career includes 10 years of experience managing projects in the harsh deepwater areas of the West of Shetland, specifically on notable projects such as Foinaven, East Foinaven, Schiehallion, and Suilven. He has also gained non-operator experience in Brazil Santos Basin developments at depths reaching 2200 meters.
Achievements
Throughout his career, David Williamson has managed multidisciplinary and contractor teams across all phases of project development, from early concept to operational stages. He has extensive experience in overseeing 'brownfield' subsea projects, demonstrating his capability in managing complex engineering challenges in the subsea sector.