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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering strong team collaboration and client relationships throughout the proje...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading safety initiatives across manufacturing and fabrication operations. Drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance and proactive ris...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing energy management services for water and wastewater utilities, driving business development, project delivery, and team mentorship to enhance regional capabi...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $120K *

Help us ensure operational excellence by managing critical environments, overseeing quality assurance, and enhancing customer relations. Drive program improvements and compliance while leading a dedic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing critical environments, ensuring operational excellence, and enhancing customer relations. Lead quality assurance initiatives and drive program improvements while foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee critical environments, ensuring operational excellence and quality service delivery. Drive program improvements, manage client relations, and implement standards to enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Shape the future of critical environments by leading operations, ensuring quality service delivery, and fostering client relationships. Drive program improvements and compliance while managing a team...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Advance operational excellence by managing critical environments, ensuring quality service delivery, and fostering client relationships. Lead assessments, implement standards, and drive program improv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Manage critical environment operations, ensuring quality service delivery and compliance. Oversee assessments, implement improvements, and support client relations while driving program success and ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by managing critical environments, ensuring quality service delivery, and fostering strong customer relations while implementing best practices and compliance standards ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Elevate operational excellence by managing critical environments, ensuring compliance, and enhancing service delivery through strategic planning, quality assurance, and customer relations to meet cont...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading critical environment operations, ensuring quality service delivery, and fostering customer relations. Drive program improvements and compliance while managing teams and enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Join us to lead critical environment operations, ensuring quality service delivery and customer satisfaction. You'll oversee program assessments, implement improvements, and drive compliance while fos...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$89K - $102K *

Champion excellence in facilities operations by leading a multi-campus team, ensuring high-quality service delivery, strategic planning, and compliance while fostering a culture of innovation and cont...

1 week ago

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

$89K - $102K *

Lead and innovate campus property services, ensuring excellence in facilities operations, maintenance, and compliance across multiple locations while fostering a collaborative and sustainable environm...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of emergency medical services by providing executive leadership and oversight for operations, ensuring compliance, optimizing clinical practices, and fostering collaboration acros...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion quality and risk management initiatives, ensuring compliance and enhancing patient care across the organization. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive improvements and foster a culture of sa...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion quality and patient safety in rehabilitation care by leading hospital-wide programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance care standards, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement improvement...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of diverse projects by leading multi-discipline teams from scope development to execution. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and financial success whil...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by leading multi-discipline teams from scope development to execution, ensuring client satisfaction and financial accountability while fostering innovation and collaboration acro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, leading engineering and design projects from inception to execution. Collaborate with diverse clients, manage budgets, and ensure project success through effe...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in project management, leading multi-discipline engineering efforts from scope development to execution, ensuring client satisfaction and project success across d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse engineering teams in project execution, from scope development to completion. Drive client satisfaction and financial success while managing timelines and resources...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by leading diverse engineering projects from scope to execution. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, manage budgets, and ensure client satisfaction while driving innovation...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of facilities, safety, and security by leading operations, implementing safety programs, and ensuring asset protection in a dynamic warehouse environment. Drive efficiency, compliance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.