Environmental Engineering Manager Jobs

Explore Environmental Engineering Manager opportunities for experienced professionals ready to lead technical teams and shape environmental performance. These roles combine engineering expertise, people management, and strategic decision-making across industries such as manufacturing, energy, construction, consulting, and infrastructure. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you focus your search on senior-level opportunities.

What Environmental Engineering Managers Do

Environmental Engineering Managers oversee projects and programs that help organizations meet environmental requirements and improve their impact. Depending on the employer, responsibilities may include managing environmental assessments, remediation, pollution prevention, water and waste programs, permitting, and compliance initiatives. Managers coordinate with engineers, scientists, operations teams, regulators, vendors, and executives to deliver sound technical outcomes on schedule and within budget.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for a degree in environmental, civil, chemical, or a related engineering discipline, along with substantial experience leading complex projects or teams. Useful strengths include knowledge of environmental regulations, risk assessment, sustainability practices, project and budget management, and clear communication. Requirements vary by role; some positions may prefer or require professional engineering licensure, specialized technical expertise, or experience in a particular industry.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Environmental Engineering Managers may advance into director, sustainability, environmental health and safety, or broader operations leadership roles. Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, qualifications, and scope of responsibility. Browse Ladders for vetted Environmental Engineering Manager jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, and compare opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.

Find Environmental Engineering Manager Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover senior environmental engineering roles and explore opportunities across organizations committed to compliance, responsible operations, and environmental improvement. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to identify positions that fit your next career move.

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$125K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading and managing large-scale civil engineering projects, fostering business development, and mentoring staff to deliver innovative solutions across diverse sectors...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and grow your career by managing engineering projects and teams, driving business development, and ensuring operational excellence. Your strategic vision and technical expertise will foster clien...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $152K *

Empower a team of environmental professionals by leading water quality projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering client relationships to drive business growth and operational excel...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $160K *

Drive impactful environmental planning for transportation projects, overseeing research, analysis, and documentation. Lead a team to ensure project success while fostering client relationships and bus...

Today

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

$150K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering strategic client partnerships in environmental consulting. Leverage your expertise to drive business development, manage client relationships, and ensure proj...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career with impactful water resources projects, managing teams and client relationships while overseeing planning and design. Leverage your expertise to enhance infrastructure and contribut...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Explore a pivotal role in managing diverse water resources projects, leading teams, and enhancing client relationships. Drive strategic initiatives for growth in the water/wastewater sector, ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse water resources projects, leading teams, and fostering client relationships. Drive strategic initiatives for growth while ensuring project success through effec...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful water resources projects by leading teams and managing client relationships. Leverage your engineering expertise to enhance infrastructure and contribute to strategic growth initiative...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of water resources by managing diverse projects, leading teams, and fostering client relationships. Drive strategic initiatives for growth in water/wastewater engineering, ensuring su...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as an Environmental Project Manager, overseeing transportation projects. Lead research, impact analysis, and documentation while ensuring compliance with CEQA/NEPA. Collaborate acr...

Today

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

$115K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing environmental planning in transportation. Lead project delivery, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with CEQA/NEPA while mentoring a skilled t...

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

$115K - $160K *

Shape environmental planning initiatives by leading transportation projects, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with CEQA/NEPA regulations. Drive business growth through client relationships and...

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

$115K - $160K *

Elevate your career by managing environmental planning projects, ensuring compliance with CEQA/NEPA regulations, and leading a team of professionals. Drive business growth through client relationships...

Today

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

$109K - $137K *

Lead the development and execution of comprehensive EHS programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Manage a team, conduct audits, and drive safety initiatives to minimize risks and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate manufacturing excellence by leading cross-functional teams to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability in plant operations. Drive strategic growth and continuous improvement, ensuring optim...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Innovate solutions in a dynamic environment, guiding project teams and enhancing efficiency across departments while fostering collaboration and strategic planning to meet organizational goals...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Champion safety excellence by leading Environmental Health & Safety initiatives, ensuring compliance, and driving improvements to minimize risks and enhance workplace safety for all employees and visi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $165K *

Take ownership of impactful environmental projects as a Senior Engineer, overseeing assessment, remediation, and compliance efforts while leading a dynamic team to drive success and ensure the highest...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform environmental challenges into opportunities by managing diverse projects, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive innovative solutions while enhancing client relations...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovative environmental solutions by managing projects, conducting analyses, overseeing teams, and engaging clients while ensuring rigorous adherence to regulations and budgets, promoting re...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $135K *

Elevate project outcomes by coordinating resources and managing schedules in a dynamic team. Drive impactful projects in the energy sector while ensuring safety, cost control, and stakeholder engageme...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to drive impactful energy projects, coordinating resources and managing schedules while ensuring safety and cost efficiency. Your expertise will shape the future of utility managem...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $90K *

Execute impactful projects in the energy sector as a Project Manager II. Collaborate with a dynamic team to manage project scope, schedules, and costs while ensuring client satisfaction and adherence...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $90K *

Drive impactful projects in the energy sector by coordinating teams, managing schedules, and ensuring quality deliverables. Join a dynamic group where your contributions will be valued and celebrated...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Environmental Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    An Environmental Engineering Manager leads people and projects addressing environmental compliance and performance. Responsibilities may include permitting, environmental assessments, remediation, pollution prevention, and water or waste programs, depending on the organization.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Environmental Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often seek a relevant engineering degree and significant experience managing technical projects or teams. Knowledge of environmental regulations, project management, and communication skills are valuable; some roles may require or prefer professional engineering licensure.

  • Which industries hire Environmental Engineering Managers?question toggle

    Common employers include companies in manufacturing, energy, construction, infrastructure, and environmental consulting, as well as organizations with significant compliance or sustainability programs.

  • How much do Environmental Engineering Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, industry, experience, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for specific compensation information.

  • How can I find Environmental Engineering Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Environmental Engineering Manager listings on Ladders and review each posting’s salary, responsibilities, location, and qualifications to find opportunities suited to your background.