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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 you ...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 a ...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

Good project management ensures that a project's goals closely align with strategic business goals. The leadership, vision, mentoring and motivation provided through the role brings out the best in a team. Project managers work on a project from pre-planning until completion. They support all phases of a project to ensure standards, budget, deadlines, communications and relationships are maintained. They juggle a lot of responsibilities for projects, but with their leadership, projects are successfully completed! Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? In 2011, I received an AAS in Computer Network Management from Minneapolis Business College. I have been working in IT ever since then. I have worked on various helpdesks with a variety of companies. I have supported business from fast food chains to airport mechanic shops. What drew you to Harris? What makes you stay?Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? I started as an assistant dispatcher for a family-owned mechanical company. I was later promoted to lead dispatcher. What drew you to Harris? What makes you stay? I was impressed with the overall integrity of Harris. I saw opportunity for growth, and resources to be successful. While researching the company, I realized how important a work/life balance is ...Read More

Tell us about your background. How did you get your start in the construction/service/BAS business? My Stepfather is a plumber, he is the one that helped steer me into being a union plumber. What traits do you think are important for someone in your role to be successful?     To be very detail oriented and well organized, there are many moving parts that need to come together at the same time every day. What ...Read More

After a new building has been constructed, the question starts to pop up of how will this same building be maintained. How can this building continue to run for years to come? That’s where a building automation (BA) system specialist steps in. BA system specialists perform system testing, create project graphics and ensure every detail and issue is recorded, tracked, and addressed, ...Read More