Director of Environmental Services Jobs

Explore Director of Environmental Services opportunities for experienced leaders who guide environmental programs, teams, and operations. These directors help organizations manage environmental risks, meet regulatory requirements, improve sustainability performance, and protect natural resources. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior environmental leadership roles across industries.

What Does a Director of Environmental Services Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but may include setting environmental strategy, overseeing compliance and permitting, managing environmental services teams, and coordinating with executives, regulators, clients, and community stakeholders. Directors may also lead audits, assess environmental risks, oversee remediation or waste-management programs, and report on sustainability goals and performance.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial experience in environmental management, regulatory compliance, or a related technical field, along with a record of leading teams and complex projects. Useful strengths include knowledge of environmental regulations, analytical and risk-management skills, budget oversight, clear communication, and the ability to translate technical findings into business decisions. A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related discipline is often expected; some positions prefer an advanced degree or relevant professional credentials.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Director-level environmental services roles can be found in healthcare, manufacturing, energy, utilities, consulting, government, infrastructure, and other sectors. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on environmental compliance, sustainability, environmental health and safety, conservation, or environmental operations. Search related titles such as Director of Environmental Compliance, Director of Sustainability, and Environmental Services Director to explore a broader range of opportunities.

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Browse vetted Director of Environmental Services jobs on Ladders and discover professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare roles by responsibilities, industry, and location, and identify positions aligned with your leadership experience and environmental expertise.

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$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing safety and compliance within a marine environment. Oversee a dedicated team, ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering a proactive safety culture through training...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K *

Drive environmental services strategy and operations across healthcare settings, ensuring compliance, safety, and high-quality patient experiences. Lead teams, manage budgets, and implement innovative...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing and enhancing EH&S programs across operations, fostering a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement to protect employees and miti...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$124K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing housekeeping and laundry teams, ensuring compliance and quality in a long-term care facility. Drive excellence in service delivery while fostering a positive environment fo...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $250K *

Champion a high-performing team of leaders to drive operational excellence, enhance client relationships, and achieve strategic goals in a dynamic environment while fostering a culture of transparency...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $81K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational excellence in housekeeping. Oversee staff coordination, ensure service quality, and liaise with departments to maintain high standards in environm...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead a regional team to enhance environmental compliance, streamline audits, and foster relationships with regulatory bodies, ensuring adherence to legislation while driving continuous improvement in...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of environmental compliance by leading a regional team to enhance hazardous waste management, ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering positive relationships with regulatory...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Drive environmental compliance initiatives by leading regional teams to enhance regulatory adherence and minimize impacts in the hazardous waste sector. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effecti...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing environmental compliance across regions, driving a standardized approach to regulatory tracking, auditing, and relationship management with environmental bodies to minimiz...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful environmental projects by leading multi-disciplinary teams in CEQA & NEPA processes. Leverage your expertise to enhance client relationships and ensure quality outcomes across diverse...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine asset management by leading a dynamic team to enhance facility performance, drive profitability, and ensure operational excellence across multiple customer sites while fostering strategic pa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading asset management strategies across multiple sites. Drive performance, optimize operations, and enhance customer satisfaction while ensuring compliance and safety in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $171K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee asset management strategies, ensuring optimal performance and profitability across multiple customer sites while leading a dedicated team in achieving operational excell...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Drive safety excellence by managing H&S programs, training staff, and ensuring compliance across operations. Collaborate with teams to foster a proactive safety culture and continuously improve manage...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Transform the landscape of right-of-way projects by leading a dynamic team, ensuring compliance with laws, and driving client satisfaction while cultivating innovative solutions in a collaborative env...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $195K *

Advance environmental project management by driving business growth, fostering client relationships, and leading strategic initiatives. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that enha...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Transform project delivery in right-of-way management, leading teams to achieve strategic goals and ensuring compliance while fostering client relations and embracing innovation across varied regional...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and execution of comprehensive EHS strategies across multiple facilities, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational safety while driving continuous improvement initiatives to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing and enhancing environmental compliance and safety programs across multiple operational sites, ensuring regulatory adherence and promoting a culture of safety and sustaina...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Empower your future by leading healthcare engineering projects and business development initiatives, driving innovation, and fostering client relationships in a dynamic, collaborative environment acro...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading critical environments and GMP compliance initiatives. Oversee multiple projects, mentor teams, and implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency and drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in GMP Regulated Services. As a leader, you'll manage multiple projects, mentor staff, and implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency and complian...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Manage a team focused on hazardous waste services, ensuring compliance and safety while overseeing projects and training staff. Play a key role in maintaining environmental standards and delivering ex...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Transform the future of our Michigan Facilities team by leading growth initiatives and fostering strategic relationships across sectors while ensuring operational excellence and collaborative teamwork...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Environmental Services do?question toggle

    A Director of Environmental Services leads environmental programs and teams, oversees compliance and risk management, and helps an organization meet its environmental and sustainability objectives. Specific responsibilities depend on the employer and industry.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director of Environmental Services jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically look for significant environmental or regulatory experience, leadership ability, and a relevant bachelor’s degree. Some roles prefer an advanced degree, professional credentials, or specialized expertise in areas such as permitting, remediation, or sustainability.

  • Where do Director of Environmental Services professionals work?question toggle

    These professionals work across sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, energy, utilities, consulting, government, and infrastructure. The scope of the role varies with the organization’s operations and environmental priorities.

  • How can I find Director of Environmental Services jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted professional opportunities and review job details to find roles that match your experience, preferred industry, and location. Ladders focuses on jobs paying $100,000 or more.