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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$70K - $120K *

Engineer innovative construction solutions by designing temporary support structures and systems. Collaborate with teams on diverse projects across North America, ensuring safety and efficiency in con...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Transform construction engineering by designing innovative temporary support structures and collaborating with teams on diverse projects across North America, ensuring safety and efficiency in constru...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of construction engineering through innovative design and collaboration on temporary works projects across North America. Contribute your expertise in structural...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $166K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with environmental standards while fostering a safe and efficient work environment through effective tea...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K *

Help us develop and implement impactful EHS programs that protect health and safety while ensuring environmental compliance, fostering a sustainable workplace for all employees through proactive manag...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to environmental excellence, managing projects focused on wetlands and compliance. Lead initiatives, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with regulatory agencies to drive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$71K - $105K *

Unlock potential by supporting biosolids projects through data analysis, process modeling, and innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance wastewater treatment processes and develop into a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$71K - $105K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on biosolids projects. Collaborate with local and regional experts to enhance wastewater processes and drive innovative solutions in environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $130K *

Shape the future of municipal engineering by leading diverse projects, enhancing client relationships, and driving innovation in the transportation and water/sewer sectors across Maine and New Hampshi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $130K *

Elevate municipal engineering projects by managing diverse client needs, leading design efforts, and fostering collaboration. Utilize your expertise to enhance community infrastructure while ensuring...

South Portland, MERemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $167K *

Elevate your career by leading municipal engineering projects, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovative solutions and ensure p...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $165K *

Grow your career with a leading engineering firm, providing technical leadership and strategic planning for water infrastructure projects while mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with desi...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing crucial safety and environmental expertise for renewable energy construction projects. Ensure compliance, manage risks, and support teams to uphold high safety standards...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Optimize customer satisfaction by managing equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and preventive services in water treatment operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective communication and a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead multidisciplinary projects in civil and aviation infrastructure. Drive business development, mentor junior staff, and ensure timely, quality project delivery while fost...

3 weeks ago

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

$116K - $175K *

Elevate your career by applying advanced engineering techniques to design and coordinate mechanical systems for energy and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency while collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $158K *

Drive innovative mechanical designs for energy and infrastructure projects. Lead project segments, ensuring compliance and efficiency while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Drive innovative water/wastewater design projects, managing multi-disciplined teams to deliver effective solutions for municipal and industrial clients while ensuring project scope, budget, and timeli...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful water/wastewater projects by designing, managing, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for municipal clients, ensuring efficient treatment and...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead site investigations and remediation efforts, collaborating on diverse environmental projects. Utilize your expertise in contaminated site assessments, inspect construction performance, and manage...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading quality assurance and EHS programs that ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement in product quality and workplace safety. Collaborate with teams to achieve exc...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Innovate within our engineering team by designing cutting-edge water treatment systems. Collaborate with stakeholders on multiple projects, ensuring technical excellence while enhancing environmental...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $125K *

Transform your career by leading innovative EI&C designs for water technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success while managing risks, budgets, and schedules in a dyn...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $150K *

Shape the future of infrastructure by leading diverse civil engineering projects, managing teams, mentoring staff, and ensuring client satisfaction while navigating complex regulatory environments...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Architect impactful civil engineering solutions that exceed client expectations, manage projects of varying complexity, and mentor a collaborative team of professionals to enhance delivery and foster...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.