Construction Project Management Rotational Training Program

Project Management Training Program Overview

Harris' accelerated project management program provides you the chance to learn and refine the skills necessary to work more proficiently, increase productivity and propel your project management career to the next level.

This interactive, rotational program explores the critical areas of project management that seasoned project managers tackle daily.

Learn from different business areas within the Harris organization and in 18-24 months have the opportunity to work within multiple Harris locations as an efficient project manager with on-the-job experience.

• Ideal for graduating students looking to pursue a career in construction project management
• Advance quickly in your career by utilizing the rotational learning model
• Participants will be placed in a project manager position upon successful completion of the program
• Lodging and travel covered by Harris during the program

Program Outline

During the first 18-24 months of the program, you will spend time at each of our regional offices in a rotational structure, learning about the following aspects of our business :

• Field Operations Work with superintendents and foremen to realize the day-to-day operations on the construction site and control the short-term schedule. (3 months)
• Estimating - Learn the basic principles on how to quantify the materials, labor, and equipment needed to complete a job. (3 months)
• Engineering / Design - Learn how to design, analyze, manufacture and maintain a Harris mechanical system. (1 month)
• Manufacturing - Spend time in one of our fabrication facilities to learn the cost-saving + productivity benefits of this part of our business. (2 months)
• BIM / VDC - Understand how the flow and management of data is produced and shared throughout the project months)
• Service - Experience why customers across the country trust Harris for preventive maintenance, system replacements and emergency services. (1 month)
• Building Automation - Develop solutions that integrate specialty building, HVAC, lighting and security controls on a single user-friendly platform. (1 month)
• Accounting + Business Office - Practice first-hand the inner workings of office structure by shadowing Accounting, Corporate Services, Human Capital, Marketing + Communications, Payroll and Purchasing. (1 month)
• Project Management - Develop and implement strategies, plans and procedures to run a project. (5-12 months)
• Capstone Project Demonstrate experience and skills learned from every rotation by proving your ability to manage projects. (1 week)

What we're looking for in you

• Student graduating in Fall 2023 or Spring 2024 preferred, or recent graduate, with a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related
• Knowledge / experience of the building & construction industry required
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems required
• Frequent relocation is required for this program. Ability and willingness to relocate is required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills including perseverance, accepting responsibility, flexing leadership style, recognize and optimize resources, and people leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative / self-motivated
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills

About Harris

Harris is a leading national mechanical contractor specializing in design and engineering, construction, controls, service, manufacturing, conveyors and end-to-end building systems.

Customers who partner with Harris benefit from our national reach, regional offices, local expertise and more than 70 years of experience.

From power plants to stand-alone hospitals, stadiums to concert halls, we bring a spirit of creative problem solving and a commitment to excellence to every project, no matter the size, complexity or location.

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

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Pay Range : $52,958 - $79,437 annually

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