Laura Gardiner

DSM Energy Engineer @ Énergie NB Power

About

Extensive experience in the energy sector, contributing to successful program design, process optimization, and data-driven planning strategies. Known for delivering meaningful insights that inform complex decision-making and advance organizational objectives. Proven track record in stakeholder engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and initiatives management contributing to over $1 million in annualized OM&A savings. Adept at balancing technical rigor with strategic thinking.

Country

Canada

City

Fredericton

Industry

Utilities

Skill

Strategic Communications, Research and Development (R&D), Reporting & Analysis, Project Planning, Energy Efficiency, Data Analysis, Project Coordination, Civil Engineering, Project Management, Engineering, Contract Management, Construction Management, Energy, Environmental Awareness, AutoCAD, Team Leadership

Experience

DSM Energy Engineer

Énergie NB Power

2017-5 - Present · 9 yrs 5 mos

New Brunswick, Canada

- Internal subject matter expert for the New Brunswick Potential Study - Contribute to the design, development, and pilot initiatives of energy efficiency programs - Manage process oversight, portfolio performance metrics, and reporting - Manage continuous improvement initiatives, including the development and standardization of quality assurance practices

Low Income Energy Savings Program Lead

Énergie NB Power

2015-3 - 2017-4 · 2 yrs 2 mos

New Brunswick, Canada

- Led the strategic development and delivery of an equity-focused residential energy efficiency program - Oversaw budgets, technical reviews, and contract renewals while consistently achieving performance targets - Acted as primary liaison between NB Power and the Provincial Government, ensuring alignment on policy and program goals

Project Engineer

Government of New Brunswick / Gouvernement du Nouveau-Brunswick

2015-2 - 2015-3 · 2 mos

Fredericton, NB

- Managed energy efficiency and safety upgrade projects across public sector facilities - Responsible for full project lifecycle: planning, tendering, supervision, and completion - Authored tender documentation and supervised contractors during construction

Accounting Clerk

Government of New Brunswick / Gouvernement du Nouveau-Brunswick

2014-3 - 2015-2 · 1 yr

- Responsible for the full cycle accounts payable process for the department including management of liability account for contractor’s deposits - Developed detailed procedures for year-end financial reporting. Procedures now serve as effective guidelines for new staff members and allow streamlined standards for future reporting - Performed financial analyses of claims to identify potential proactive cost saving measures

Independent Consultant

Independent Contractor

2013-6 - 2015-1 · 1 yr 8 mos

Fredericton, NB

- Provided project and construction management services primarily for multi-use residential buildings - Developed technical specifications, contract documents, and construction drawings - Delivered inspection, tendering, and quality assurance services across project phases

Change and Interface Engineer(-in-Training)

SNC-Lavalin

2012-8 - 2013-5 · 10 mos

St John's, NL

- Supported change management processes on a multi-billion-dollar hydroelectric project - Coordinated across engineering disciplines to track, assess, and negotiate scope changes