Lennard Block
About Lennard Block
Lennard Block is a Senior Engineer with extensive experience in municipal infrastructure projects, particularly in remote indigenous communities in British Columbia. He has a background in civil engineering and has worked in various international development roles across Africa and Asia.
Work at Government of Canada
Lennard Block has been employed at the Government of Canada as a Senior Engineer since 2002. In this role, he has accumulated over 22 years of experience working in Vancouver, British Columbia. His responsibilities include overseeing the design review of municipal infrastructure projects, with a focus on remote indigenous communities throughout the province. This position allows him to apply his engineering expertise to enhance infrastructure in areas that may face unique challenges.
Previous Experience at Associated Engineering
Before joining the Government of Canada, Lennard Block worked at Associated Engineering as a Technical Project Coordinator from 1989 to 1997. During his eight years in this role, based in Burnaby, British Columbia, he contributed to various engineering projects. His experience at Associated Engineering provided him with a solid foundation in project coordination and technical oversight.
Education and Expertise
Lennard Block earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Civil Engineering from the University of Waterloo, where he studied from 1976 to 1981. His educational background has equipped him with the technical knowledge necessary for his engineering roles. His expertise includes the design and review of municipal infrastructure, particularly in remote and indigenous communities.
International Development Experience
Lennard Block has significant international development experience, having worked in remote areas of Africa, including Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Somalia. His efforts in these regions primarily focused on improving water supply and quality, addressing critical needs in communities with limited resources. This experience has informed his approach to infrastructure projects in Canada.
Board Membership in International Relief and Development
Lennard Block has served as a board member for a Christian international relief and development agency for 15 years. This role has involved travel to various countries, including India, Myanmar, Vietnam, and the Philippines. His involvement in this agency reflects his commitment to humanitarian efforts and development work on a global scale.