Engineering Structures Journal Jobs in Parker Texas

Location: Richardson, TX (HQ)

Company: Sara’s Mediterranean Market

Reports to: COO / CEO

Department: Merchandising & Operations

Sara’s Mediterranean Market is a high-volume, family-owned specialty grocery and food retailer preparing for its next phase of growth, including a second flagship location and future expansion. We are seeking an experienced Director of Purchasing & Supply Chain to lead all procurement, category management, and inventory strategy across the business.

This role is responsible for owning margin, availability, and vendor strategy across grocery and related categories. The ideal candidate brings deep grocery procurement experience, strong vendor negotiation skills, and the ability to build scalable systems and discipline as the company grows.

This is a hands-on leadership role with high visibility and direct impact on profitability and operational excellence.

• Own purchasing strategy across all grocery and related categories, including dry goods, specialty imports, frozen, dairy, beverage, and private label.
• Lead SKU rationalization, assortment planning, and category performance reviews.
• Develop and execute category-level margin, pricing, and promotion strategies.

• Lead all vendor negotiations, including cost reductions, payment terms, freight, rebates, and promotional funding.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while continuously improving cost structure and service levels.
• Identify and onboard new vendors aligned with quality, authenticity, and margin objectives.

• Establish inventory discipline including open-to-buy, turns, min/max, and forecasting processes.
• Reduce out-of-stocks, overstocks, and dead inventory.
• Partner with operations and finance to align purchasing with sales forecasts and cash-flow targets.

• Implement scalable purchasing systems, controls, and reporting.
• Improve PO accuracy, receiving compliance, and shrink reduction.
• Develop backup coverage and eliminate single-point dependencies in purchasing processes.

• Partner closely with COO, GM, Finance, Operations, and Merchandising teams.
• Provide clear reporting on margins, turns, vendor performance, and category health.
• Hire, train, and develop future buyers or category managers as the business scales.

• 7+ years of progressive experience in grocery procurement, category management, or supply chain leadership.
• Experience in a $50M+ grocery or specialty retail environment.
• Proven success managing multi-category purchasing and vendor negotiations.
• Strong financial acumen with demonstrated impact on margin and inventory turns.
• Advanced Excel and ERP / inventory system proficiency.

• Experience with retailers such as H-E-B, Central Market, Sprouts, Whole Foods, Costco, or similar.
• Private label or proprietary brand experience.
• Multi-unit or expansion-stage company experience.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Data-driven decision maker
• Comfortable holding vendors and internal teams accountable
• Strong communicator with executive presence
• Able to operate independently and make decisive recommendations
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

• High-impact leadership role with direct influence on profitability and growth
• Opportunity to build best-in-class procurement systems from the ground up
• Work with a passionate, quality-driven leadership team
• Be part of a respected, family-owned brand entering its next growth chapter

Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentive tied to margin improvement, inventory turns, and supply-chain KPIs. Full benefits included.

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Technical Writer

Duration: 3mo, possible to extend/convert

Location: Frisco, TX – Fully Onsite

Pay Rate: $35-47/hr

Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in technical writing or process documentation within the manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, or similar industry
• Proven experience developing work instructions and SOPs
• Strong ability to translate complex technical information into clear, structured documentation
• High attention to detail and commitment to documentation accuracy

Day-to-Day

We are seeking a detail-oriented and process-driven Technical Writer to develop, standardize, and maintain high-quality documentation across the organization. This role will be responsible for authoring and improving work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and process documentation to ensure clarity, consistency, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate can translate complex workflows into clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation that supports efficiency, compliance, and scalability.

Water Utility Financial Analyst/Consultant

NewGen Strategies & Solutions is a management consulting firm with offices nationwide. We specialize in three core practices, Energy, Water, and Solid Waste, providing strategic insight and practical solutions to help our clients achieve their goals.

Our vision is to be the consulting company that makes a difference for our clients, our employees, and our communities. Guided by our core values, make an impact, foster innovation, expect quality, cultivate community, and be a trusted advisor, we are committed to excellence in everything we do.

At NewGen, our employees are our greatest asset, and every team member—at every level—has a voice.

The Financial Analyst/Consultant role in the Water Practice is an entry-level position with opportunity for advancement. We’re looking for SOLVERS—people who approach challenges with curiosity and enjoy solving complex problems, much like tackling puzzles. In this role, you’ll work directly with industry experts to build your skills while supporting water utility clients across the country.

Key Roles

• Develop financial models in Microsoft Excel to help utilities forecast their costs, revenues, and performance indicators
• Analyze large data sets (including financial, demographic, and billing/consumption data) to inform the development of financial models
• Create understandable data visualizations using charts and user-friendly dashboards
• Clearly communicate results to clients in written reports and PowerPoint presentations
• Carry out quantitative and qualitative research (e.g., benchmarking utility bills) to inform decision making
• Develop subject matter expertise in water infrastructure while also providing analytical support to colleagues in our energy and solid waste practices

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or another quantitative field
• 1 to 3 years of experience in a finance- or data-related role
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with fundamental financial concepts (such as inflation, depreciation, discount rates, operating costs, capital planning, debt service coverage, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with advanced Excel features such as VBA, Power Query, Power Pivot, and Power BI
• Experience in the utilities industry
• Knowledge of programming languages for data analysis, such as Python, R, or SQL

Qualities

At NewGen, we’re looking for SOLVERS, people who approach challenges with curiosity and thrive on solving complex problems. A SOLVER is:

• Structured — organized, methodical, and grounded in sound reasoning
• Ownership-driven — takes initiative and accountability for outcomes
• Logical— approaches problems with clear, evidence-based thinking
• Versatile— adapts quickly to changing needs, roles, and client priorities
• Elevating— lifts others through collaboration and positive influence
• Resourceful — finds creative, effective solutions even with limited information

Additional qualities include:

• Passion for and proficiency in Microsoft Excel (you will spend most of your day in spreadsheets!)
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, with the ability to self-manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to transform, combine, analyze, and summarize large (and often messy) data sets

What We Offer

Join our team of experts dedicated to making a positive impact on our clients' water consumption and costs. We offer a competitive compensation package, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Base compensation of $68,000 - $75,000. The range provided is NewGen's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for these roles. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as location, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Annual bonuses of 8%, contingent on personal and company performance
• 401K plan with matching contributions
• Medical and dental insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Meaningful opportunity for career progression within the organization
• Flexible work schedules (while being mindful of client deadlines)
• Ongoing training
• Office snacks and occasional group lunches and team-building activities

Additional Information

Location: Richardson, TX. In-person with the option to work from home two days per week.

Employee Type: Full-time. Exempt. Some overtime and travel will be required.

Legally Authorized to Work in United States: To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. NewGen is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. NewGen strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

At ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions Hospitality, our strength resides in our ability to strategically deliver leading-edge products and support to those we serve. In this competitive market, we’re proud to set the standard for success within our industry. To further promote and advance our business, we are seeking to add an experienced Project Manager to our team. This individual will help drive success by ensuring excellence in project delivery and adherence to customer centric practices.

In this position, you will work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders, both internal and external partners, as well as the larger ASSA ABLOY organization. Our organizational structure is designed to ensure that our operational requirements are clearly defined, documented and implemented so that expected standards can be achieved and maintained, issues effectively managed to resolution and business risks are minimized via prompt and strategic action.

Job Summary

Project Manager works collaboratively with Key Account Stakeholders maintaining a concentrated focus on excellence in project delivery and the overall execution is in accordance with established Key Account Contractual stipulations.

ASSA Abloy Global Solution Projects are multi-faceted and comprise varying access solutions, including mobile access technology for a host of new hotel construction and renovation projects. Project will vary in size, scope and technological complexity.

There is a continual stream of new projects assigned to the PMO throughout the month. Thus, proactive communication by the assigned project manager is critical throughout the life cycle of each project. As part of the functional requirements of the role, the Project Manager will process a large number of system related transactions in various software programs utilized by the organization.

Our ideal candidate will be able to operate efficiently in a very fast paced environment, be a self-starter, possessing a high degree of initiative to learn, effective communicator, detail oriented and maintain efficient overall desk management.

Skill Requirements:

• Exceptional collaborative skill
• Client interface and coordination experience
• Adept at overall desk management and scheduling coordination
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities
• Possess exceptional time management skills
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication ability
• Must be solutions oriented and have sound decision making ability
• Great interpersonal skills and culture fit

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Previous experience as a Project Manager
• PMP Certified is a plus
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheets and Teamwork is preferred

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group

Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 51,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

Position Summary

The Project Estimator – Fencing is responsible for conducting on-site evaluations and preparing accurate, professional project estimates for residential and light commercial fencing projects.

This role serves as the primary in-person representative of the company during the estimate process. The estimator must provide a knowledgeable, professional, and customer-friendly experience that builds trust and confidence in the company’s services.

While this position does not involve cold calling, prospecting, or high-pressure sales, the estimator plays a critical role in influencing customer decisions through accuracy, professionalism, and clear communication. Final approval and acceptance of estimates are completed through the company’s project management system.

All estimate appointments are generated and scheduled by the company through business development efforts and inbound marketing sources (Google Ads, Thumbtack, direct calls, etc.).

This is an on-site role based out of the McKinney, TX office. Depending on the daily schedule, the estimator may begin the workday at the office or travel directly to a scheduled customer appointment. Consistent communication, responsiveness, and accountability throughout the workday are required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Attend scheduled on-site estimate appointments
• Travel locally to residential and light commercial project sites
• Measure properties and assess site conditions accurately
• Evaluate grading, layout, access points, and installation considerations
• Determine project scope, materials, and labor requirements
• Prepare detailed, accurate written project estimates
• Present and explain estimates clearly and professionally to customers
• Provide a professional, informative, and relationship-focused customer experience during all site visits
• Clearly explain scope, materials, and project details to support informed customer decisions
• Answer customer questions regarding materials, installation process, and timelines
• Maintain ongoing communication with the office throughout the workday
• Provide real-time updates regarding appointment status, scheduling changes, and customer feedback
• Accurately document site measurements, notes, photos, and estimate details
• Submit finalized estimates through the company’s project management system (Jobber)
• Coordinate approved project specifications with operations and installation teams
• Follow up on submitted estimates as directed
• Maintain a professional appearance and punctuality at all appointments
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Project Estimator - Fencing

Work Structure and Expectations

• On-site position based in McKinney, TX
• Daily local travel required
• May begin the workday at the office or first scheduled job site
• Ongoing communication and status updates required throughout the day
• High level of personal accountability and self-management expected
• Professional appearance and conduct required at all customer interactions
• Accuracy and professionalism directly impact customer confidence and project approvals
• Project Estimator - Fencing

Qualifications

• Previous fencing, construction, or estimating experience preferred
• Ability to accurately measure properties and interpret site conditions
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accountability
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Proficiency with estimating software and basic computer systems
• Project Estimator - Fencing

Preferred Experience

• Hands-on fencing installation experience
• Experience with residential and light commercial construction projects
• Familiarity with grading, layout, and site evaluation considerations
• Project Estimator - Fencing

Time Off & Benefits

Upon successful completion of a 90-day introductory period, Employee will be eligible for the following benefits, in accordance with Company policy:

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Ten (10) business days annually
• Monthly Health Days: One (1) paid mental health day per month (twelve [12] days annually)
• Paid Holidays: Eight (8) paid holidays per year, in accordance with the Company holiday schedule maintained in Gusto

All time off and benefits are subject to business needs, Company policy, and management approval. Benefits may be modified from time to time at the discretion of the Company.

Job Purpose

The Hotline Support Technician/ Engineer role is to delight customer through assisting with online support and telecommunication. This is a highly impactful role, requiring a generalist’s mindset and an eagerness to learn and develop a broad expertise of CPS’s products, across the electrical, and software domains. As technical support personnel, you would be responsible for assisting customer with CPS inverters issues at site through phone and remote monitoring portal.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support installers and field technicians across phone and email channels by answering common questions, troubleshooting technical issues, and resolving technical requests.

• Provide feedback for the enhancement and development of existing products based on customer and installer input.

• Monitor Solar sites for customer and provide regular update on the inverter error.

• Provide response to all online open tickets on the monitoring portal.

• Perform diagnostic activites on portal and clear the faults/ errors remotely for inverter at customer sites and assist service team.

• Organize fleet or batch actions and coordinate service projects for customers (manage communications, organize action plans, coordinate within CPS, communicate proactively and in steady, structured way for customer resolutions – secure customer delight during such efforts)

• Be professional in all aspects of work quality, communications, company and individual presentation

• Provide remote technical assistance to our field techs and Engineer while they are on site. Qualifications:

• At least High School diploma is required or 4 year degree bachelors in similar domain.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe PDF, Document Management. experience is preferred

• Vocational, technology training coursework including hands-on training

• 1 year of experience with solar and/or energy industry services, commissioning, and applications preferred, but on-the-job training is available in some cases

• Knowledge of solar PV inverter and technology (residential, commercial, utility, power conversion)

• Good verbal and written communication skills. Diplomatic and artful communicator when challenged by field or service issues

• Good skills using email, text, phone, Excel, Word

• Multiplexer, agile, speed and problem solving oriented, systematic, organized. Working Environment

• Regularly spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers.

• Regularly spend long hours answering phone calls and emails.

• Regularly move from sitting to standing positions effortlessly.

• Regularly spend long hours in intense concentration reviewing and entering information into a computer.

• Regularly use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects.

• Regularly see details of objects that are less than a few feet away.

• Regularly speak clearly so listeners can understand.

• Regularly understand the speech of another person.

• Frequently work in on projects that require deadlines.

• Frequently bend to file and maintain files. • Occasionally lift 5-10 pounds.

• Require coverage off shift hours upon request/ as needed.

Wireless CCTV LLC (“WCCTV”) located in Richardson, Texas, is a subsidiary of Wireless CCTV Ltd originally established and located in the UK. WCCTV is the market leader for rapid deployment, mobile surveillance systems specifically designed to deliver video securely and efficiently via 4G LTE networks. The Company prides itself on developing innovative, customer-focused products and providing world-class customer support services. The Company's range of video surveillance solutions includes:

• Rapid deployment pole cameras
• Mobile surveillance trailers
• Time lapse video services

WCCTV is currently recruiting for an experienced Territory Sales Executive based in the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex. This role is responsible for driving new business growth within the assigned territory by proactively prospecting, developing, and closing opportunities in the field with commercial General Contractors mainly in construction and infrastructure related businesses. The role is highly field-focused, requiring consistent in‑person engagement at active commercial construction and/or infrastructure sites to identify opportunities, build relationships and convert prospects into long-term customers.

This is truly a sales "hunter" role and requires the incumbent to spend 4 to 5 days per week in the field, actively prospecting within the assigned territory.

Candidates must have the ability to drive throughout the assigned territory in the DFW metropolitan area for sales calls and site surveys. Mileage reimbursement provided. In addition, candidates must be able to navigate active construction sites. Primary responsibilities include:

New Business & Territory Development

• Develop and execute a territory sales plan to grow market share and sales volume within the commercial general contractor construction and infrastructure verticals.
• Identify, qualify, and close new business opportunities aligned to monthly and quarterly revenue targets, including new installations, contract value and contract length.
• Build a robust pipeline of prospects through consistent outbound activity and field engagement.

In‑Field Prospecting & Job‑Site Activity

• Conduct in‑field prospecting by walking active construction and infrastructure sites, engaging with site managers, project managers, and decision-makers.
• Generate opportunities through face-to-face cold calling, site visits, and on‑site relationship building.
• Represent WCCTV professionally and credibly on job sites, understanding construction and infrastructure workflows and site protocols.

Lead Generation & Relationship Building

• Identify new customers using direct methods such as in‑person and telephone cold calling.
• Identify new customers using indirect methods including referrals, networking events, CRM insights, and industry intelligence.
• Work closely with the Inside Sales / Sales Development team to maximize lead conversion and follow-up activity.
• Develop long-term relationships with customers to support repeat business and account expansion.

Sales Execution & Customer Solutions

• Identify, qualify, and assess customer needs to recommend appropriate products and services.
• Prepare and manage quotes, proposals, and sales documentation using the Company’s CRM system.
• Maintain accurate pipeline management, forecasts, and activity tracking within CRM.

Planning, Reporting & Market Intelligence

• Effectively plan and manage daily and weekly activity to achieve required sales targets.
• Provide regular reporting on sales activity, pipeline, and performance to internal Sales Management.
• Gather and share market intelligence, including competitor activity, customer trends, and emerging opportunities or threats.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree in Business, Marketing or related discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years experience in a quota-carrying, outside/field sales role required.
• Previous experience selling or renting into the construction/infrastructure industry (e.g. contractors, equipment rental, site services, security, or related sectors) to include experience selling solutions into project-based or site-based environments required.
• Experience managing a defined sales territory with minimal supervision also required.
• Proven track record of new business development and meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Must have a strong “Hunter” mentality - comfortable with cold calling, prospecting, and face-to-face sales conversations.
• In-depth knowledge of sales strategies, sales planning process, pipeline development and forecasting.
• An excellent communicator who can build, develop and maintain relationships with both new and existing customers and internal staff with ease.
• Prior experience effectively utilizing CRM systems such as Salesforce/Sugar and structured sales processes required. Effective computer skills to include MS Office, Outlook, Teams and other related software required.
• Excellent organization, negotiation, time management and attention to detail are a must.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare complete accurate quotes and proposals as well as sales orders is required.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary up to $75,000 per year depending upon experience and up to $50,000 bonus per year for total on-target earnings (OTE) of up to $125,000.
• 10 days paid vacation (increases with length of service) + seven (7) paid Company holidays.
• Company provided medical, dental, vision, short-term disability and life insurance plans.
• 401k Plan with Company match of up to 4% and immediate vesting.
• Mileage reimbursement for use of a personal vehicle.

Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work in the US.

WCCTV is committed to the success of its employees and demonstrates this through our development of people. The successful candidates can expect to receive comprehensive coaching and support through detailed and ongoing internal training programs designed to help grow your own personal success in your career within the Company.

This position is an exciting, 100% fully remote Life Insurance Agent role for individuals seeking a flexible and rewarding career that can be done from the comfort of their own home.

We are looking for a self-motivated, results-driven sales professional to engage with potential customers and provide tailored life insurance solutions that meet their needs. In this role, you will have the independence to manage your schedule, with access to daily training and support from some of the top producers in the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Generation & Prospecting: Leverage our exclusive platform to connect with individuals who have shown interest in our life insurance products, allowing you to focus on engaging and serving your clients.
• Client Engagement: Present and promote life insurance solutions by conducting thorough needs assessments, helping clients make informed decisions that align with their financial goals and insurance requirements.
• Relationship Building: Develop and nurture long-term relationships with clients through regular follow-ups and ongoing support, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention.
• Training & Development: Participate in live, company-wide coaching sessions and gain hands-on experience from top-performing virtual sales reps, accelerating your learning and growth.
• Sales Tracking: Utilize advanced tools to maintain accurate records of sales, client interactions, and progress toward individual goals.
• Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with regulatory standards and company policies, safeguarding client information and upholding ethical practices.

Qualifications:

• Highly motivated with a goal-oriented mindset and the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish trust and rapport with clients.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to offer solutions that address client concerns and fit within their budget.
• Ability to build lasting relationships and a willingness to receive constructive feedback.
• Previous industry experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be willing to obtain a life insurance license (training and support will be provided).

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, including one of the most attractive commission and bonus structures in the industry.
• Comprehensive training through live sessions, online resources, and mentorship from top producers.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment focused on professional development.
• Opportunities for career growth, including the ability to build and lead your own team.

Compensation:

• Earnings are based on the average performance in current markets.
• Monthly performance-based bonuses.
• Residual income paid on the anniversary of each client’s policy.

Join our team today and start your path toward a fulfilling and flexible career in life insurance!