Construction assistant Jobs in Salt Lake City, UT

Project Management Training Program

In an industry where the competition can be fierce, it pays (literally) to stand out. If only there was a path to project management designed by mechanical contractors FOR mechanical contractors to develop exactly the kind of leaders they're looking to hire.

Oh, wait! Those paths DO exist, and although they're few and far between, you're in luck because Harris has one.

Introducing the Harris Project Management Rotational Training Program. Combined with robust benefits and a travel package, this program builds a bridge between where you are and where you want to be. If you're an ambitious professional looking to build relationships, expand your skills and hit the gas pedal on your career, Harris has what you need. All you have to do is use it.

Program Outline

For 18 to 24 months, Harris' program puts you into the driver's seat, offering you both experience and knowledge in essential industry vectors via 10 rotations.

Field

Navigate the job site with varied professionals and develop your understanding of safety, customer service and more. 3 months.

Estimating

Gain familiarity with tools, labor, and applications needed for project completion. 3 months.

Engineering / Design

Understand mechanical systems design, analysis, and processes using state-of-the-art technology. 1 month.

VDC

Produce design drawings and discern the impacts of data communication and management on a project's lifecycle. 2 months.

Manufacturing

Immersed in a fab shop, become knowledgeable in managing schedules and lean manufacturing. 2 months.

Business Office

Realize the inner workings of the construction business. Interface with various departments from human capital to payroll and purchasing. 1 month.

Service

Acquire top-tier customer experience skills through maintenance agreements, customer meetings and more. 1 month.

Building Automation

Grasp the world of automation and controls through programming experiences and more. 1 month.

Project Management

Ascertain budgeting, change orders and other essential skills for running projects effectively. 5 to 12 months.

Capstone Project

Create a full project schedule based on drawings while accounting for needed changes.

For each rotation you will be partnered with a project management leader whose knowledge and experience are at your disposal. Think of it as a self-guided mentorship within a carefully curated curriculum. Every rotation concludes with you presenting your learnings to executive leadership, building to a final capstone project. Throughout the program you'll be presented with opportunities designed for your expanded knowledge and strengthened capabilities, priming you to become a project manager yourself upon successful completion.

About Us

We're Harris, one of the country's leading mechanical contractors. We provide comprehensive mechanical contracting services for some of the largest and most amazing commercial and industrial projects in the country. Our nationwide teams are dynamic groups of individual experts who collaborate seamlessly to achieve common goals and surpass expectations. We also believe in giving back to the communities we serve, so we participate regularly in food drives, coat drives and other community outreach programs.

The Ideal Participant

You're a knowledgeable enthusiast of mechanical systems ideally with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Construction Management, or related field of study. Your background demonstrates initiative, critical thinking, problem solving and a range of leadership skills. You're a recent graduate excited to optimize your industry beginnings, or even a professional seeking constructive advancement in project management. Whatever your background, you're adaptable, dependable and open to frequent relocation.

Harris Benefits + Compensation

• Throughout the duration of the Project Management Rotational Training Program, you will be eligible for a travel package that includes a housing allowance, food allowance, airfare, and moving expense reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• Short-Term Incentive Plan

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefits details : https : / / www.harriscompany.com / careers / employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range : $61,024-$91,536 annually

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.