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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$130K - $140K *

Champion safety and environmental compliance across multiple manufacturing sites, leading EHS programs and initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance workplace safety culture while ensuring adhere...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by ensuring a safe work environment through compliance, safety program management, and training development. Collaborate with teams to reduce risks, implement regulations, and prom...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $164K *

Lead the charge in complex environmental investigations and remediation projects, ensuring client satisfaction and regulatory compliance while mentoring a high-performing team and fostering strong ind...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Electrical Engineer/Project Manager, leading exciting projects in a consulting environment. Utilize your expertise in electrical design, client management, and multidis...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $200K *

Transform water/wastewater infrastructure projects by leading a skilled team in design, oversight, and client coordination. Leverage your expertise to ensure quality and efficiency in delivering essen...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform water treatment systems by designing innovative solutions for diverse applications. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and efficiency while thriving in a fast-paced environment that...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Engage in managing complex environmental permitting projects across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations w...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Drive impactful environmental projects by providing field support and technical expertise in investigations and remediation, ensuring effective project completion and team collaboration...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Partner with us to provide field support and technical assistance on environmental projects, ensuring effective execution of investigations and remediation while mentoring junior staff and managing su...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform the environmental permitting landscape by managing projects across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. Lead multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with regulatory agencies while ensuring compli...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Manage environmental permitting and natural resource projects across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. Develop strategies, ensure compliance, and lead multidisciplinary teams while fostering client rela...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping environmental strategies across TX, LA, and OK. Lead permitting and compliance projects while mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with experts to ensure project success and...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Manage environmental permitting projects across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma, ensuring compliance and strategy development for diverse sectors. Collaborate with experts, mentor junior staff, and nur...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Help us lead environmental permitting projects across the Gulf Coast, managing regulatory strategies and compliance for diverse sectors while coaching teams and ensuring successful project delivery...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate sustainable development through expert environmental permitting and compliance management. Oversee diverse projects across energy and infrastructure sectors, leading multidisciplinary teams...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by managing environmental permitting projects across Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma. Leverage your expertise in regulatory compliance and natural resource assessments to drive su...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of environmental permitting and natural resource management. Lead multi-disciplinary projects while collaborating with experts to achieve regulatory compliance acro...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$104K - $182K *

Lead innovative water projects by managing design tasks and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure compliance and high-quality outcomes in a dynamic, supportive envir...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead civil engineering projects, ensuring quality outcomes and client satisfaction. You'll mentor junior staff, manage schedules, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to dri...

3 days ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead civil engineering projects, mentor staff, and enhance client relationships. Drive project success while collaborating across teams and expanding our regional presence in a...

3 days ago

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

$81K - $91K *

Manage and enhance environmental compliance for electric and gas projects. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulations, conduct assessments, and drive sustainability initiatives, ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$146K - $244K *

Transform water and wastewater projects by managing all phases from planning to construction. Build strong client relationships and lead a team in a dynamic environment, ensuring projects meet budget...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $212K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering innovative water and wastewater solutions. Manage diverse infrastructure projects while mentoring talent and enhancing client relationships in a dynamic cons...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$121K - $203K *

Launch your career by managing impactful water/wastewater projects. Oversee project delivery, coordinate interdisciplinary teams, and engage clients to ensure the success of essential community infras...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$168K - $241K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of environmental compliance programs, ensuring adherence to regulations across multiple facilities while fostering collaboration and innovation in sustainabilit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.