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Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? As I was nearing graduation, my Dad was working as a facility manager and Harris had completed a chiller replacement project in his building.  He encouraged me to send my resume over and I flew to St. Paul, interviewed, and started a few days after my graduation.Read More

Harris, a leading mechanical contractor, is proud to announce their second Project Management Rotational Training program begins in June. Harris’ purpose & vision for this rotational training program is to accelerate the training process for project managers, helping PMs develop to the Sr. Project Manager level of their career in an accelerated timeline. Harris will utilize this rotational training program as a talent pipeline to place quality PM talent throughout all locations. Through this interactive, rotational program trainees will explore ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I started in construction based upon my interest in architecture.  I received an associate degree in architecture and structural design. I then pursued a BS degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology.  I worked my way through college at Superior Air Handling (now Harris) as a detailer, drawing by hand, putting my architectural understanding to practice.  When I graduated, I decided to stay ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? My father has always been part of the HVAC industry. He was a small business owner, and I always helped him with service work when the opportunities were there. After my military service, I went to engineering school for HVAC and that is where I learned about BAS and had the opportunity to perform my internship for a controls company. That ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I kind of fell into the construction industry. I started with remodeling apartments and then found a construction company and started doing sales. What drew you to Harris? What makes you stay? The location first, then the people. The culture and team ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I started as a carpenter apprentice in the Local 1977 in Las Vegas, I moved into safety on a bunch of Army Corps of Engineers projects and was recruited into HVAC and sales by my previous employer. What drew you to Harris? What makes ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? By fabricating and welding on race cars at a young age and because of a relative that taught welding at our local union school. What drew you to Harris? What makes you stay? Energy of growth. I feel I can continue to make ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? It started when I worked as an IT Systems BIM Modeler in the San Luis Potosi BMW Plant, where I knew the benefits that BIM can apport to any project. I have a degree in Architecture from the Universidad Autonoma Metropolitana, and I have attended a diploma course in “Tecnologia de los edificios inteligentes y sustentables” from the IMEI/BOMA.Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? It’s a love story. Originally, I was joining the biomedical industry, however, I wanted to work in an office walkable to getting lunch with my (now) wife. Ever since I have loved the industry culture, constant learning and opportunity for project delivery improvement. Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? Harris is my first construction business but not my first service industry. My early career was based in the legal professional services sector; however, my first service position was at Cantel Medical’s dialysis water division. In this position, I implemented processes and workflows to streamline scheduling processes of product distribution. What drew you to Harris? What makes you stay?Read More