It’s not easy maintaining a unique cultural and relationship-focused approach through rapid growth, but for Lauren, it’s just part of their DNA.

In an energy sector where execution risk, cost control, and schedule certainty are paramount, Lauren has emerged as a trusted partner by staying focused on what it does best: delivering disciplined, fit-for-purpose solutions while maintaining the flexibility and responsiveness that clients expect in today’s rapidly evolving market.

Over the past decade, the Alberta-founded firm has expanded steadily across Canada, supporting large-scale infrastructure projects in both traditional and transitional energy. Its continued growth, including the opening of a Kelowna office last year and plans to invest in a physical U.S. location this year, has been less about market share and more about client alignment._{"Lauren office locations across Canada and the U.S."} 

“Our model is simple but effective: deliver value, earn trust, and grow alongside our clients,” says Dustin Edgren, president of Lauren. “We scale where and when it makes sense, based on relationships and being where our clients need us to be, when they need us.”

Lauren’s growth has been deliberate and grounded in its people-first philosophy. In addition to new locations to “be where our clients are”, the firm has added specialized services to support evolving client demand.

“That’s something I’m really proud of,” says Edgren. “We’ve built a culture where people have the freedom and support to lead. It’s not all centralized with the leadership team. We trust our people, and they’ve helped us grow in smart, sustainable ways.”

That culture is also part of what differentiates Lauren as it eyes new opportunities. While the growth plan is strategic, it’s also deeply relational. “We’re expanding in tandem with our clients’ needs, not ahead of them. That keeps us grounded and focused.”

Technical Depth, Delivered with Discipline

Lauren offers full lifecycle support for energy infrastructure projects, from front-end engineering, through detailed design, execution, and commissioning. The firm’s core service offering comprises multi-disciplinary engineering and design drafting across facilities, pipelines, electrical utility, and civil and structural projects, with full EPCM project delivery capabilities.

“Our capabilities are deep in energy infrastructure because that’s where we’ve built our bench strength and our reputation,” says Rod Phipps, managing partner and one of Lauren’s founders. “We’re not generalists, we’re subject matter experts in the systems and assets that drive this sector.”

According to Phipps, the company was founded by a group of seasoned engineers who saw a gap in the provision of expert consultancy based on a “one-team, one-goal” mentality. As energy infrastructure investment picks up pace in North America, companies are seeking engineering partners who understand both the technical and organizational intricacies of complex projects.

“We often hear that we’re easy to work with, and that we listen,” adds Edgren. “That’s a huge part of our model. We’re not coming in with ego. We’re here to solve problems and create value. And that value increases the longer we work with a client.”

That level of operational integration, developed over years of collaboration and honing project management excellence, has made Lauren a go-to partner for complex, multidisciplinary work across both operating and capital projects. This is coupled with their reputation for getting the job done in often challenging geographies and under tight deadlines and cost scenarios.

“Early on, we earned a reputation for being the ones you call when your project is in a jam. Reliable, dependable, and very adaptable,” explains Edgren, who, along with Fletcher Evans, vice president of business operations, founded the company’s Vancouver office a decade ago. “We’ve built on that reputation by earning long-term business, so now we’re the first ones our clients call.”

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Supporting Both Legacy Assets and the Energy Transition

Lauren’s project portfolio spans the full energy spectrum, from pipeline integrity and capacity upgrades to emerging hydrogen infrastructure and renewable fuel projects. As clients modernize legacy systems and invest in low-carbon alternatives, Lauren provides the engineering and execution support needed to deliver on those ambitions.

“We’re seeing a convergence of traditional and transitional energy work. Operators are under pressure to optimize existing infrastructure while preparing for the next generation of assets. Our team is well-positioned to support both,” Evans believes.

For example, Lauren has been engaged in early-stage engineering for hydrogen blending and renewable natural gas (RNG) systems, as well as regulatory and constructability planning for carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS) initiatives. “These are technically complex and often regulatory-intensive projects. Our ability to operate at the intersection of engineering and execution is a real differentiator,” Evans adds.

At the heart of Lauren’s model is a people-first culture that values relationships, accountability, and operational excellence. That culture extends beyond the organization and into every client interaction.

“We’ve built enduring partnerships because we treat every project like it’s a reflection of our name and our values,” says Edgren. “We’re transparent, we’re honest about risks, and we show up ready to deliver.”

As energy infrastructure continues to evolve, driven by changing regulations, decarbonization targets, and shifting capital priorities, firms like Lauren are proving that execution excellence and a people-focused culture aren’t mutually exclusive. If anything, they’re mutually reinforcing.

“We’re not trying to be the biggest firm out there,” says Edgren. “We’re trying to be the best-fit partner for clients who value performance, integrity, and a relationship that grows stronger over time.”

Corporate Overview

Lauren Services is a Canadian-owned engineering and project execution firm with roots dating back to 1979. From offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Kelowna, and now Houston, Lauren delivers smart, fit-for-purpose solutions across the full project lifecycle. Known for combining deep technical expertise with personal integrity, Lauren serves a diverse client base across traditional and transitional energy. Learn more at laurenservices.com