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Author: Angela Mork

06.14.22

The Real Harris: Meet John Godbold

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I have always liked working with my hands, taking things apart and finding out how they work. I went into the Navy Seabees to serve my country, continue to learn and develop my skills. After getting out I joined the local 602 ...Read More
06.08.22

Harris’ New Training Program Accelerates Career Path

(ST. PAUL, Minn.) – Harris, a leading national mechanical contractor, began its new PM Rotational Training Program this week. The program – two years in the making – will provide valuable tools, resources and experience for PM trainees as they grow their careers. The purpose and vision of the Harris program is to fast-track the training process for project managers (PMs), helping them develop to the senior project manager level of their career in an accelerated timeline. Harris will use the interactive, rotational ...Read More
06.06.22

HARRIS’ BRENDA DEVLIN NAMED TO DISTINQUISHED LIST

Brenda Devlin, executive vice president, Human Capital + Business Support, has been named one of the “10 Most Inspiring Women Leaders 2022” by Industry Era Women Leaders Magazine. Learn about Devlin’s work at Harris and how she’s supporting others in the field. Read More
06.06.22

Brenda Devlin Named One of 10 Most Inspiring Women Leaders 2022

(ST. PAUL, Minn.) – Brenda Devlin, executive vice president, Human Capital + Business Support, Harris, has been named one of the “10 Most Inspiring Women Leaders 2022” by Industry Era Women Leaders Magazine. Devlin was selected by the magazine’s editorial board based on her leadership, her ability to achieve decisive outcomes, drive initiatives and her inspirational impact on female entrepreneurs. Read full article here. Devlin is described as a proven leader. ...Read More
05.24.22

How Harris Uses BIM/VDC to Execute Precision & Quality on Projects

(ST. PAUL, Minn.) – 3D-modeling plays a critical role when it comes to the design and execution of today’s buildings. In its latest expertise video, Harris showcases how its in-house designers, engineers, construction experts, project managers and other collaborating team members take full advantage of BIM/VDC to bring digital design and engineering, active planning and innovation to customers across the country. The new BIM/VDCRead More
05.16.22

Harris’ Ilona Johnson Receives 40 Under 40 Award

(ST. PAUL, Minn.) – Consulting-Specifying Engineer today announced that Ilona Johnson, PE, CEM, LEED AP, associate director, Harris has received the magazine’s 2022 40 Under 40 award. According to the magazine’s news release, the award is given annually to 40 nonresidential building industry professionals ages 40 and younger who stand out in a mixture of personal and professional aspects of their lives.    Read Johnson’s award profile here. “Now in its 15th year, the 2022 40 Under 40 ...Read More
05.13.22

Harris Video Shows Mechanical Contracting Expertise

(ST. PAUL, Minn.) – Leading mechanical contractor, Harris, has released a new Overview video showcasing its expertise in design and engineering, construction, building automation, service, manufacturing, conveyors and end-to-end building systems. The 1.11 (1 minute, 11 seconds) piece is part of “The REEL Harris” series and can be viewed on Harris’ Expertise page. The video highlights how the leading mechanical contractor’s innovative and collaborative approach to providing ...Read More
05.12.22

The Real Harris: Meet Dana Sears

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? My uncle was a Service Journeyman at RM Thornton, prior to Harris acquiring the division. He got me into the business as a helper there. What drew you to Harris? What makes you stay? I loved working at RM Thornton as an apprentice. Before, I was pretty unhappy with the situation I was in at another company, so I ...Read More
05.11.22

Harris Design Studio extends services to Mid-Atlantic Region!

(ST. PAUL, Minn.) – Harris Design Studio has opened an additional location in the Rosslyn district of Arlington, Virginia. The new office extends Harris’ in-house services to meet the growing demand for its design-build, design-assist, design/bid/build and standalone 3D modeling services and allows greater coverage to the East Coast with its rapidly growing team. Harris’ Ilona Johnson, associate director, leads the team locally. Harris Design Studio’s collaborative approach is unique in ...Read More