Discipline
Geoscientist
Specialisms
Offshore Wind Geoscience Package Management, Geophysical and Geotechnical Site Investigations, Floating Offshore Wind Development, Project Management in Offshore Geosciences, Data Quality and Interpretation
Location
UK
About
Dan brings over a decade of senior-level expertise in offshore geoscience, encompassing subsea survey, geosciences, applied R&D, and offshore wind development. He excels in managing complex geoscience scopes for offshore wind projects, covering survey strategy and procurement, site investigations, data acquisition, and interpretation.
Daniel’s expertise spans geophysical and geotechnical site investigations, including methods, tools, and data analysis techniques crucial for offshore site characterisation. His specialised knowledge extends to floating offshore wind development, addressing challenges such as seabed interaction, anchor design, and innovative survey strategies. With a comprehensive understanding of technical, commercial, legislative, and environmental considerations, Daniel is adept at navigating offshore wind work packages with resourcefulness and strategic insight. He brings particular strength in project management, including budget and time allocation, resource optimization, and effective handling of unforeseen challenges. Daniel is also a recognised authority on data quality and interpretation, offering critical insight into geophysical and geotechnical deliverables and their reliability for foundation design. His expertise includes environmental impact assessments and ensuring compliance with regulations during offshore wind development phases.
As a UK citizen and native English speaker, Daniel’s key competencies include geoscience package management, offshore subsea survey and positioning, applied R&D, and advancing offshore wind development.
Specialisms:
Expert testimony on managing geoscience scopes for offshore wind projects, including site investigations, data acquisition, and interpretation. Addressing disputes related to survey strategy, geotechnical data adequacy, or alignment with project specifications.
Expertise in the methods, tools, and data analysis techniques used for offshore site characterization. Providing insight into whether survey results meet industry standards and contractual obligations.
Specialized knowledge of challenges and solutions in floating wind farm development, such as seabed interaction, anchor design, and survey strategies.
Testimony on budget and time allocation, resource management, or handling of unforeseen challenges in geoscience projects.
Analysis of disputes over geoscience deliverables, such as the accuracy of geophysical interpretations or the reliability of geotechnical data for foundation design.