Career Pathway

MANAGEMENT TRACK - The Regional Vice President has a depth of professional experience and is responsible for the day to day operation of the office, business development efforts in the region and strategic staffing. They work with the President and Executive Team to achieve objectives and insure the long-term company viability. The President holds ultimate responsibility for company’s performance; is the “public face” of the company.

MANAGEMENT TRACK - The Operations Manager coordinates the technical activities of the staff, with an eye to company standards, budgets, schedules, and work requirements. The Department Head holds ultimate responsibility for the performance of the department/profit center. These associates are active in the community and belong to a variety of business and social organizations.

MANAGEMENT TRACK - Project Scientists can advance to Project Manager with an advanced degree and 3 or more years of design experience. This position is responsible for financial performance of a project, working under the supervision of a Senior Project Manager, a professional with 6 to 8 years of project management experience, who mentors and advises staff.

PROFESSIONAL TRACK - A Technical Specialist has honed skills and is recognized within the industry as an expert in the field and serves on technical committees of relevant professional organizations like AISC and ASCE. Associates can advance to a Technical Officer, who serves as a mentor to associates, provides QA/QC review and is active in professional societies.

PROFESSIONAL TRACK - Associates with six or more years of experience, proficiency, certifications and participation in professional organizations can earn the title of Senior Project Scientist.

PROFESSIONAL TRACK - A Staff Scientist holds a B.S in Environmental Resource Management, Geology, Botany or a related field with 2 years of experience and OSHA 40 Hour training preferred. With 2 to 6 years of experience and additional certifications, they can achieve Project Scientist status.

TECHNICIAN TRACK - Staff Technician earned a high school and associates degree in related field supplemented with prior field experience. Isett accepts interns who are pursuing degrees but have not yet obtained them.