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Building owners and facility teams are facing a common challenge. Many are operating building automation systems that are aging, difficult to support or locked behind proprietary platforms. These systems were designed to make building performance easier to manage, but over time they can introduce new hurdles. Rising service costs, limited vendor options and outdated technology often leave teams feeling stuck. Across the industry, the conversation has shifted toward long‑term flexibility, open protocols and life cycle value. Owners want systems ...Read More

Lessons from the Jobsite: What Harris PM Trainees Learn In the Field  The Harris PM Rotational Training Program is designed to expose participants to every stage of project delivery, but the most impactful lessons aren't found in training materials or presentations.  They're learned in the field.  Whether working alongside craft professionals, observing fabrication processes ...Read More

Building Future Project Leaders: Inside Harris' PM Rotational Training Program Our Project Manager Rotational Training Program is designed to accelerate the development of future project leaders by giving early-career professionals hands-on experience across the organization. The construction industry demands leaders who understand both the technical details and the broad operational goals of a project. We created this 18 to 24-month program to provide that exact foundation. Over the course of two years, participants rotate through multiple business units, locations ...Read More

All In Together: Strengthening Our Safety Culture Every Day Construction Safety Week comes around once a year to unite the industry around a critical cause. It reminds us to pause, evaluate our environments and refocus our efforts on protecting our people. At Harris, safety is foundational to who we are every single day. Safety First, Last + Always stands as our absolute commitment to ensuring every employee ends the workday in the exact same health they began it. Construction ...Read More

Mechanical and building automation systems are critical to daily operations, yet they are often among the least predictable line items in a capital budget. Aging equipment, deferred maintenance and unexpected failures can quickly turn a well-planned year into a reactive scramble. This level of uncertainty can create a lot of stress for facility owners and operators. Across industries, facilities teams are being asked to do more with less. Buildings are expected to operate more efficiently, meet evolving sustainability and compliance ...Read More

Heating and cooling large commercial facilities demands a massive amount of energy. In fact, HVAC systems account for roughly 40% of the total energy consumed in commercial buildings. As organizations actively seek to reduce their environmental footprint, building owners and facility managers face a significant challenge. We must find innovative ways to lower carbon emissions without sacrificing indoor air quality or occupant comfort. A strategic transition toward sustainable HVAC solutions is the sensible path forward. Upgrading out-of-date equipment offers one of ...Read More

Critical environments leave no room for error. Facilities like data centers, healthcare institutions and research laboratories require flawless execution and reliability. Even minor disruptions in these spaces can lead to significant operational failures and financial losses. Partnering with a mechanical contractor who understands these stringent demands ensures operational success and peace of mind. At Harris, we deliver that assurance. With a comprehensive approach to critical infrastructure, we provide the precise expertise needed to keep your most vital operations running smoothly. ...Read More

Facility leaders are facing growing pressure to control operating costs while improving building performance. Energy prices continue to fluctuate. Tenants expect efficient, comfortable spaces. Capital budgets are tight and every dollar must demonstrate value. In this environment, sustainability has shifted from a long-term aspiration to a practical business strategy. Efficient HVAC systems and smart mechanical planning now offer measurable financial advantages that support both immediate needs and long-term goals. Across industries, organizations are choosing sustainable solutions to reduce risk, strengthen ...Read More

In the American Southwest, summer heat arrives fast and demands immediate performance from your building’s HVAC systems. Temperatures can spike well into the triple digits seemingly overnight. For facility managers and building owners, that spike can quickly expose weaknesses in aging or poorly maintained equipment. If your systems are not prepared to handle the sudden, intense thermal load, you risk facing expensive downtime right when you need cooling the most. Cooling season readiness means not just turning the system ...Read More

Harris’ Project Manager Rotational Training Program is designed to accelerate the development of future project leaders by giving early-career professionals hands-on experience across the organization. With projects of all shapes and sizes in markets all over the industry, the program offers not only a broad understanding of the business, but the opportunity to build relationships across the company and develop the skills needed to excel. In the 18-24-month program, the trainees learn how to shape themselves into well-round, successful ...Read More