CIGRE Canada NGN's second 2023 Biannual Professional Development Webinar Series. Hear from Brendan Harris about how working outside true “Engineering” department enhanced his career progression.
The Next Generation Network (NGN) helps bring a new generation of Power System Professionals into the world of CIGRE and help deliver a platform where early-career professionals can feel comfortable sharing their ideas, get an opportunity to interact with industry experts and get involved in CIGRE Working Groups and technical events. Our mission statement is as follows: “CIGRE Canada’s NGN aims to support the next generation of Canadian Power System Professionals by providing opportunities for technical growth, networking and leadership skills for Students and Young Members.”
About the speaker:
Brendan is currently the Design-Build Manager at Primary Engineering. With over 15 years of experience in the electrical utility industry, Brendan has a strong background in electrical utility design, system planning, and estimation. He gained experience overseeing the productivity and financial health of the design-build department, managing a team responsible for numerous projects worth over $25,000,000 in annual revenue. Prior to this, he served as a supervisor at FortisAlberta Inc., where he was responsible for overseeing successful delivery of capital projects worth an average of $15,000,000 annually. He serves as the primary contact for coordinating the comprehensive lighting design processes, ensuring the efficient execution of projects.
