David Lake
About David Lake
David Lake is a Project Engineer at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in civil engineering and previously held roles in maintenance coordination and framing.
Work at UFA
David Lake has been employed at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited since 2019, currently holding the position of Project Engineer. In this role, he provides technical support to a team of engineers, project managers, and the petroleum operations team at UFA facilities. His responsibilities include preparing design proposals for various projects with budgets ranging from $250,000 to $5.5 million. Prior to his current position, he served as Maintenance & Project Coordinator at UFA from 2012 to 2019, contributing to the company's operations for a total of seven years.
Education and Expertise
David Lake earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering with a Professional Internship from Queen's University, completing his studies from 2005 to 2010. His educational background equips him with the technical knowledge required for his engineering roles. Lake's expertise includes investigating alternative building techniques and systems aimed at enhancing employee safety and operational efficiency.
Background
Before joining United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited, David Lake worked as a Framer at Post Farm Structures Inc from 2006 to 2007 in Alma, Ontario. This early experience in construction provided him with foundational skills relevant to his later roles in project engineering and management.
Project Management Responsibilities
As a Project Engineer at UFA, David Lake collaborates closely with external consultants and draftspersons to develop comprehensive design packages for tender and construction issuance. His role involves not only technical design but also project management, ensuring that projects are executed efficiently and meet the required specifications.