Patrick Laporte, Ing. , MBA
About Patrick Laporte, Ing. , MBA
Patrick Laporte is a Project Controls Lead Cost Engineer at Hatch in Montreal, Quebec, with extensive experience in cost engineering and project controls across North America and Australia. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA, and has worked in various roles in the renewable energy and mining sectors.
Work at Hatch
Patrick Laporte has served as the Project Controls - Lead Cost Engineer at Hatch since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing cost engineering and project control activities. His work is primarily based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. His tenure at Hatch spans seven years, during which he has contributed to various projects, leveraging his expertise in cost management and project controls.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position, Patrick Laporte held several roles in the engineering and project management sectors. He worked at Jacobs as a Senior Cost Engineer in Brisbane, Australia, from 2012 to 2014. He also served at GE Renewable Energy as an Interface Coordinator, Logistics and Procurement for GE Hydro in Montreal from 2016 to 2017. His experience includes roles at Stantec au Québec and Tetra Tech Industries, where he focused on cost control and engineering management.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Laporte holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS), obtained between 1998 and 2002. He furthered his education with an MBA from Université de Sherbrooke from 2016 to 2020, and a Short Graduate Diploma in Engineering Management from the same institution from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he earned a Technical Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from Cégep de Trois-Rivières from 1993 to 1996. His educational background supports his expertise in sustainable development within the power generation and mining sectors.
Background
Patrick Laporte has a diverse background in project controls and cost engineering, with experience across multiple continents, including North America and Australia. He has worked on large-scale industrial projects and possesses a comprehensive understanding of logistics and procurement processes, particularly in the renewable energy sector. His previous roles have equipped him with the skills necessary to manage complex project requirements effectively.
Achievements in Project Controls
Throughout his career, Patrick Laporte has demonstrated a strong focus on cost engineering and project controls. He has held significant positions that required expertise in managing project budgets and timelines. His work in various capacities, including as a Site Cost Controller and Chief Cost Controller, has contributed to the successful execution of numerous projects in the engineering field.