I graduated with a BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering from Heriot-Watt University in Scotland and later completed a Master’s in Civil Engineering at Carleton University in Ottawa. Although my academic background was not initially focused on permafrost, my professional career led me directly into the northern engineering context. I currently work as a Junior Engineer (EIT) with Yukon’s Department of Highways and Public Works on the highway design and construction team.
In this role, I have been involved in major infrastructure projects such as the reconstruction of the North Klondike Highway and the Shakwak Corridor restoration. These projects exposed me first-hand to the challenges that permafrost thaw presents to transportation infrastructure, particularly its impacts on road stability, drainage structures, and long-term maintenance. My department is also involved in a pilot project in collaboration with Yukon University to evaluate the use of thermosyphons for ground temperature control, which has further deepened my exposure to northern permafrost-related engineering.
To expand my technical understanding and build multidisciplinary skills, I enrolled in the NSERC CREATE LEAP program. Through LEAP, I aim to strengthen my ability to contribute to climate-resilient northern infrastructure and broaden my capacity to work collaboratively across disciplines and with northern communities.
