Tripp Shaw

About Tripp Shaw

With more than 10 years at Colonial Pipeline Company, I currently serve as Manager of Leak Detection & Measurement, leading critical programs that support accurate measurement, reliable monitoring, and effective leak detection across the network.My experience includes pipeline measurement systems, computational monitoring, system design, data analysis, and compliance with API and regulatory standards. I work closely with operations, control centers, engineering teams, and external partners to improve system performance, manage operational risk, and support safe, efficient pipeline operations.In my role, I focus on building strong teams, developing practical solutions, and driving continuous improvement in monitoring and measurement processes. I take a long-term view of system integrity and reliability, and I am committed to growing as a leader who can support broader organizational objectives while maintaining high technical and operational standards.

Experience

1. Manager, Leak Detection & Measurement

   Colonial Pipeline Company

   Aug 2024 — Present · Alpharetta, GA, US

   Lead enterprise leak detection and measurement programs supporting safe, reliable, and compliant pipeline operations across a large-scale midstream network. • Direct the design, implementation, and ongoing optimization of computational monitoring and measurement systems to improve sensitivity, accuracy, and operational confidence. • Partner with control centers, field operations, engineering, IT, and compliance teams to strengthen system performance, reduce operational risk, and support regulatory readiness. • Oversee data quality, performance metrics, and system validation processes to ensure consistent alignment with API standards and internal integrity requirements. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on system reliability, alarm management, and operational effectiveness. • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members, building capability in monitoring, analytics, and integrity-focused decision-making. • Prepare and deliver regular program updates and performance reports to executive leadership, including trend analysis, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations. • Support management with enterprise risk evaluations, operational reviews, and long-term planning related to leak detection and measurement systems.• Lead engagement with external vendors, auditors, and industry groups to evaluate technology, share best practices, and advance program maturity.

Education

• Southern Polytechnic State University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Construction Management MEP

  2008 — 2012

Skills

• Sales Management
• Contractors
• Oil & Gas Industry
• Workers Compensation
• Budgets
• Sales
• Leadership
• Microsoft Excel
• Training
• New Business Development
• Insurance
• Project Management
• Project Planning
• Team Building
• Management
• Strategic Planning
• Hydraulics
• Property & Casualty Insurance
• Inventory Management
• Contract Negotiation
• Customer Service
• Construction Management
• Construction
• Contract Management
• Risk Management
• Purchasing
• Petroleum
• Process Scheduler
• Commercial Insurance
• Pipeline Integrity