Lawrence Gilbey
About Lawrence Gilbey
Lawrence Gilbey serves as the Rail Infrastructure Lead at Hatch, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in rail design and construction, having held various engineering roles across multiple organizations and regions in Canada and the UK.
Work at Hatch
Lawrence Gilbey currently serves as the Rail Infrastructure Lead at Hatch, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he leads a team focused on rail design and construction across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Project Engineer and Project Manager at Hatch from 2014 to 2018 in Calgary, Alberta. His experience at Hatch highlights his expertise in managing complex rail infrastructure projects within Canada.
Previous Experience in Rail Engineering
Before joining Hatch, Lawrence Gilbey gained valuable experience at Network Rail, where he worked in various engineering roles from 2008 to 2013. He started as a Graduate Engineer, then progressed to Project Engineer, and later served as a Site Engineer for the Western Mainline Signalling Renewal project. His tenure at Network Rail provided him with a solid foundation in rail systems and project management.
Education and Expertise
Lawrence Gilbey studied Aerospace Engineering at the University of Bath, where he earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree from 2004 to 2008. This educational background contributes to his technical expertise in engineering principles, which he applies in his current role in rail infrastructure.
Leadership in Rail Infrastructure Projects
In his current position, Lawrence Gilbey leads a team responsible for overseeing rail design and construction projects across multiple provinces in Canada. His leadership has been instrumental in managing infrastructure projects that have a broad regional impact, showcasing his capabilities in the rail sector.
Career Progression in Engineering
Lawrence Gilbey's career in engineering began at Network Rail, where he worked from 2008 to 2013 in various capacities. After his time at Network Rail, he worked as a Transportation Designer at Jacobs for one year before joining Hatch. His career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on rail infrastructure and project management.