ECI Training & Development Awards 2025

Tracey Shelley

CEO of BCECA

Tracey Shelley is the CEO of BCECA, the trade association founded in 1966 to represent the UK-based engineering contractors. BCECA is one of the employer associations that is closely linked with the ECITB and Tracey has been a judge of the ECI T&D Awards since her appointment as CEO.    

Tracey is a professional engineer and business leader with over 25 years’ experience at a senior level within not-for-profit membership organisations and associations. Her achievements were recently recognised by her inclusion on the 2023, 2024 and 2025 Women in Trade Associations’ Power Lists. 

John Simpson

Managing Director of ECIA

John Simpson is an accomplished managing director with extensive experience in the engineering construction industry. He has successfully led large international fabric maintenance companies, overseeing operations across onshore and offshore environments internationally. 

A leader in value engineering, operations management, cost management, contracting and facility management, John has played a pivotal role in driving efficiency, quality, and sustainable growth in complex projects. His technical expertise and strategic foresight enable him to develop innovative solutions that optimise operational performance and enhance project outcomes. 

John is a results-driven executive who excels in business and operational management, implementing strategies that maximise profitability, streamline workflows and ensure long-term industry impact. His ability to establish and lead high-performing teams and navigate international markets has solidified his reputation as a leading force in the energy and construction sectors. 

Mark Riley

Project control Lead of Emerging Energy, Phillips 66 Limited

Mark Riley has held several leadership positions within the refining business, spanning, capital project & construction delivery, turnaround planning and execution and tank maintenance programme lead. Mark is looking forward to joining the judging panel this year, it is his first time as a judge. 

“As someone who’s spent years in the engineering construction sector, I’m truly honoured to join the ECITB Training & Development Awards 2025 as a first-time judge. I’m looking forward to recognising the passion, innovation, dedication, and awarding those organisations and individuals that are leading industry learning and demonstrating excellence in delivery whilst shaping the future of our industry.”

Steve Hunt

Regional Director of Altrad Integrity Service

Steve is the UK Regional Director for Altrad Integrity Services and sits on the ECITB Board. Steve started his career as an EITB Engineering Apprentice with Babcock & Wilcox and progressed rapidly through increasingly senior management roles to senior executive level positions. This will be Steve’s first year joining us as a judge.   

Helen Woodward Davies

Resource Programme Director, EDF Energy

Helen is Resource Programme Director for EDF Energy nuclear new build Hinkley Point C, working closely with supply chain, international projects on lessons learnt and cross-sector major projects. Over the past 20 years she has led on delivery of effective workforce strategies for major nuclear projects across the nuclear cycle. She was previously Chair of National College for Nuclear, is a Board member of Skills England and is a Board member of ECITB.