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Authors: Ben VanderSluis, Director, Data Driven Solutions and Brett Colsch, Lead BA System Specialist In facility management, the biggest problems are often ones you can’t see. Until they become costly failures. Traditional maintenance methods often miss subtle signs of wear and inefficiency, leading to unexpected expenses and downtime for your building. Telemetry transforms this scenario by continuously monitoring your facility’s vital systems, identifying existing and potential issues that might otherwise go unnoticed. More than just a ...Read More

Author: Aileen Dosev Imagine a successful career. Job security, a high salary and an irreplaceable skillset.   You might picture a banker or lawyer typing away in a skyscraper. But as college graduates struggle to find jobs post-graduation, America’s next top workers might be those building skyscrapers.  America faces unprecedented demand ...Read More

Author: Bryan Cummings, PhD, Sr. Building Environmental Sciences Engineer A good mechanical system balances the needs of thermal comfort, indoor air quality and energy efficiency. As temperatures plummet during the winter months in cold regions, we spend more of our time indoors and seal up our buildings to stay warm. This carries implications for mechanical system operation and the qualities they affect. This blog post focuses on the indoor air quality (IAQ) implications of ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? Before Harris, I was a credit analyst and handled a large book of accounts receivable. My brother, who is a LBAS and has been here for many years finally convinced me to join the Harris team as a dispatcher. Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I've always been passionate about creating things and solving problems. The thought that something I could build might leave a lasting impact on the world has always thrilled me. After years of exploring many career paths, I decided to pursue construction management. It was during this time that I crossed paths with Nate Nielson, who later offered me a position working ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction business? After high school I started a sheet metal apprenticeship in SLC, Utah. While doing my apprenticeship I started working for a small local contractor where I worked in various roles such as shop fabrication and field installation. After a few years with that company, I decided to make the switch to Harris and finished out my apprenticeship in a BIM/VDC role. Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I’m a certified aircraft mechanic that always helped my father with building automation. Working together for 30+ years taught me many aspects of the business. What drew you to Harris? ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? When I moved to Arizona a little over 20 years ago, I had been a supervisor for UPS for the previous seven years and I was looking for a change. I met a new friend that was looking for a construction coordinator and she sent me the job description.  I wasn’t exactly sure that this was the change I was looking ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I started right out of school, always had a knack for building and fixing things so the HVAC field was the perfect choice. After having spent 24 years in the field, the move into management was natural. Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I started my internship with AECOM-Hunt in summer 2019. My first project was the MSG Sphere in 2020, which lasted until late 2023. I have since completed two high-rise tower guestroom remodels located on the Las Vegas Strip and many other Las Vegas Strip renovations. Read More