Gulf of Mexico Management of Change Program (GOM MOC Program)
Key Facts
Location: Gulf of Mexico
Scope of Work: Feasibility Studies, Conceptual Engineering, pre‐FEED, FEED, Project Management, Procurement Support, Inspection Services
Services: Full Project Cycle Support, Including Concept Design to Decommissioning, Relocation, Refurbishment, and Life Extension Assistance, TIC Estimating Support for Build-up or Full TIC Estimates, Workpack Generation for Step-by-Step Work Activities, Working Within Client's MOC Process, Offering SME Support, Working Within Client's Document Control Systems, Including FusionLive, Operational Support Throughout Facility's Life, With Direct Contact With Operations, Coordination With Various Contractors and Vendors, Including Fabrication, Installation, Automation, and F&G, Regulatory Support, Including Safety Analysis, P&ID Management, Professional Engineering Stamping, and Regulatory Document Management
Project Objective
The GOM MOC Program was undertaken to provide comprehensive engineering and management support, addressing the high volume of changes and challenges inherent in offshore brownfield projects. This includes executing feasibility studies, conceptual, pre-FEED, FEED, and detailed engineering services, along with project management, procurement support, and inspection services. The objective is to ensure efficient execution of brownfield projects across multiple facilities, meeting operational, maintenance, and construction needs while managing logistical constraints and technical requirements effectively.
Project Overview
Feasibility Studies: The project kicked off with comprehensive feasibility studies to assess the viability and potential challenges of the Gulf of Mexico Management of Change Program (GOM MOC Program). These studies laid the groundwork for subsequent project phases, identifying scope, weight/space constraints, logistical considerations, technical requirements.
Conceptual Design and Pre-FEED: Following the feasibility studies, Arion engaged in conceptual design and pre-FEED (Front End Engineering Design), including Flow Diagrams and process simulations, and 3D model reviews. These efforts provided a conceptual framework for the program, balancing multiple operations priorities, including any emergency outages, and scope definition challenges inherent in offshore brownfield projects.
Facility Expansion: Over the years, the program experienced significant growth, expanding to encompass an increasing number of facilities. Starting from three facilities in 2018, it grew to more than ten facilities by 2023. This expansion reflects our team's adaptability and ability to manage a high volume of change across multiple platforms with competing priorities.
Capital Projects and MOCs: Throughout the program's evolution, there was a notable escalation in both capital projects and Management of Change (MOC) activities. Initially starting with 2 capital projects and over 100 MOCs in 2018, the program grew to 7 capital projects and over 200 MOCs by 2023 underscoring the program's increasing scope.
Resource Scaling: To meet the demands of the expanding program, there was a corresponding increase in Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs) allocated to the project. FTEs grew from a range of 0-60 initially to 140 by 2023, reflecting our commitment to maintaining adequate resources to support its activities effectively.
Project Outcome
The GOM MOC Program will establish a reliable and profitable framework for effectively managing change across multiple facilities to deliver quality project execution and predictability. This framework will be characterized by streamlined processes, optimized resource allocation, and the fulfillment of operational, maintenance, and construction needs. Success will be demonstrated through comprehensive documentation, precise cost estimation, safe, compliant facilities, and high levels of client satisfaction.
Timeline
2018 - 2020 - 3 Facilities
100+ MOCs, 2 Capital Projects
2021 - 6 Facilities
130+ MOCs, 2 Capital Projects
2022 - 7 Facilities
170+ MOCs, 6 Capital Projects
2023 - 9 Facilities
200+ MOCs, 7 Capital Projects