FPSO Brownfield Execution

Client: Leading Operator, Offshore West Africa

Challenge

As part of a major turret repair campaign, the client required a high-performing execution team to deliver complex modifications to production systems aboard a deepwater FPSO. The challenge involved coordinating multiple brownfield work scopes under live operating conditions, while planning critical system shutdowns and managing interface complexity—without compromising on safety, schedule, or budget.

Solution

Avantex team members deployed a 17-person integrated project execution team comprising:
  • Project Manager, Interface Managers, Cost & Schedule Leads, Construction Managers, and Superintendents.
  • The team led the end-to-end planning and delivery of multiple brownfield scopes across several construction cycles.
  • Oversaw critical shutdowns to facilitate high-priority system upgrades.
  • Acted as construction coordinators and technical advisors to local contractors during execution.
  • Developed detailed manpower planning strategies to optimize personnel deployment and mitigate operational risk.

Added Value

  • Executed all work scopes on schedule and under budget.
  • Maintained seamless operations during shutdowns and live facility modifications.
  • Achieved a zero-incident safety record across all construction cycles.
  • Strengthened local workforce capability through close collaboration with regional contractors.

Key Metrics

Team Size 17 technical and management personnel
Project Environment Simultaneous operations on an offshore FPSO
Execution Cycles Multiple including live production shutdowns
Safety Record 0 incidents or violations
Performance 100% on time, under budget