Paul Christoffersen
Spring
Summary
Dynamic project and program manager with a proven track record at TechnipFMC, delivering $450M projects on time and under budget. Expert in financial control and executive stakeholder management, I excel in talent development and crisis leadership, driving operational excellence and enhancing team performance across multi-unit operations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
SDS Project Manager / Program Manager
TechnipFMC
01.2013 - Current
- Delivered SDS Payara project $1M under budget through disciplined cost control and proactive risk management.
- Managed $450M Shell Appomattox HPHT scope, delivering on schedule and within budget while coordinating engineering, supply chain, and offshore operations
- Coordinated stakeholder engagement for ExxonMobil, Shell, OXY, LLOG, and Beacon, aligning priorities and addressing execution constraints to facilitate project progress.
- Designed and launched SDS PM Training Program, accelerating readiness of new project managers through a structured 90-day onboarding framework.
District Manager
Public Storage
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Recognized with the President’s Circle Award (Top 5% nationally) for delivering sustained operational excellence and exceptional revenue performance.
- Directed multi-site operations for 6,100 customers, managing HR, budgeting, staffing, and customer experience to drive consistent performance across all locations.
- Enhanced customer experience metrics through targeted service initiatives and team coaching, resulting in improved consistency and service quality.
Regional Manager / Certified Training General Manager
Pilot Travel Centers
01.1995 - 01.2010
- Oversaw $420M in annual revenue across 13 business units, strengthening financial controls, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring disciplined stewardship of company assets.
- Led quarterly P&L reviews with senior leadership, translating financial insights into actions that strengthened both top-line growth and bottom-line performance.
- Developed management talent across multiple locations through training and coaching, enhancing leadership capabilities to improve operational performance.
- Directed emergency response operations during Hurricanes Rita and Ike, maintaining service continuity and team morale under crisis conditions.
Regional Manager / Certified Training General Manager
Loves Travel Centers
01.1998 - 01.2001
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance & Accounting
Minnesota State University
MankatoSkills
- Project delivery
- Stakeholder management
- P&L Ownership
- Financial Control
- Contract Management
- Multi-unit operations
- SAP ERP
- Oracle Primavera P6
- MS Office Suite
- Execution Strengths
- Core Leadership
- Crisis Leadership
- Change Leadership
- Talent Development
- Succession Planning
- Technical Skills
- MS Office Suite
Timeline
SDS Project Manager / Program Manager
TechnipFMC
01.2013 - Current
District Manager
Public Storage
01.2010 - 01.2013
Regional Manager / Certified Training General Manager
Loves Travel Centers
01.1998 - 01.2001
Regional Manager / Certified Training General Manager
Pilot Travel Centers
01.1995 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Finance & Accounting
Minnesota State University