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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$110K - $130K *

Drive optimization of manufacturing processes and equipment, ensuring efficiency and quality. Lead engineering projects, manage teams, and implement lean methodologies to enhance production capabiliti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform sustainability initiatives by providing engineering and project coordination support for capital improvement projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful planning, design, a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading complex water/wastewater projects, managing design teams, and driving business development. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading complex engineering projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet client goals...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Lead technical design initiatives, ensuring project compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver complex engineering solutions while mentoring junior staff and managing p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower project success by leading design activities, ensuring quality, and mentoring engineering teams. Leverage your expertise to tackle complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions that meet...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform project outcomes by leading design activities, ensuring quality, and mentoring engineering teams. Leverage your expertise to tackle complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions that m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading complex engineering projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet client goals...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $135K *

Manage complex projects in refining, chemical, and power generation. Collaborate with top talent, oversee execution, and ensure client satisfaction while working remotely with occasional travel for si...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Engage in diverse remediation projects, leading design and implementation efforts while ensuring project success through effective management and client engagement in a collaborative environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $140K *

Develop and implement regional EHS strategy, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, managing risk programs, and providing training for operational success in diverse environments to enhance over...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$136K - $170K *

Transform the health and safety culture by leading EHS efforts across multiple regions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and enhance training initiatives f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming transportation engineering solutions across Ohio, developing innovative traffic improvement strategies, and exceeding client expectations on complex roadwa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Advance your career by collaborating with a dynamic team to design innovative traffic solutions for critical roadway projects, ensuring excellence in delivery while exceeding client expectations acros...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Advance your career with a respected team of Traffic Engineers, tackling innovative roadway and highway improvements across Ohio and Florida. Collaborate closely with project managers to deliver excep...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$64K - $98K *

Transform environmental compliance by ensuring adherence to regulations, optimizing pollution control, and supporting sustainability initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficien...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform environmental practices by leading initiatives that ensure compliance, promote sustainability, and minimize impact. Drive audits, assessments, and strategic planning to enhance organizationa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and mentor a geotechnical engineering team, managing projects and driving business success while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Foster client relationships and promote a positive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage geotechnical projects, lead a diverse team, and ensure quality. Drive business growth while mentoring staff. Ideal for a seasoned engineer ready to shape strategies and client relationships in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in geotechnical engineering management, guiding a dynamic team to deliver high-quality projects while driving business success and fostering client relationships. Unlock opportunities...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing multidisciplinary engineering projects while mentoring your team and driving business development. Foster a culture of excellence and safety, ensuring high-quality delivera...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $130K *

Lead projects from inception to closeout, ensuring compliance and safety while communicating effectively with clients, stakeholders, and teams to achieve objectives within budget...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive success by leading the engineering team to deliver projects efficiently, ensuring design accuracy, and fostering collaboration across departments for optimal performance and innovation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $134K *

Unlock potential by managing diverse stormwater projects for municipal, commercial, and industrial clients. Collaborate with teams to prepare compliance documents, conduct analyses, and ensure effecti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic team in geotechnical engineering. Oversee projects, mentor staff, and drive business growth while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Enjoy ample...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business 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.