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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$88K - $159K *

Take ownership of comprehensive water services management, overseeing planning, design, and construction for drinking water systems. Address diverse challenges, from routine supply to complex treatmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $136K *

Lead the charge in managing complex environmental projects focused on solid waste and landfill design in North Carolina. Mentor engineers, collaborate with teams, and maintain client relations while e...

3 weeks ago

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

$78K - $129K *

Join a dynamic team to manage environmental projects, overseeing tasks from field data collection to project planning and remediation, in a collaborative environment focused on technical and manageria...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Explore your potential by joining a dynamic team focused on municipal infrastructure and land development. Contribute to innovative water resources engineering projects, ensuring sustainable solutions...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us to provide advanced technical support and expertise, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across diverse engineering projects while leading teams and interfacing with vendors to reso...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Innovate water resource solutions by evaluating, designing, and implementing stormwater management systems, ensuring flood resilience while collaborating with diverse teams and delivering projects on...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing innovative water resource solutions. Take ownership of diverse projects aimed at enhancing environmental sustainability and community resilience through exper...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $181K *

Optimize the design and execution of complex mechanical systems for energy and infrastructure projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, code-compliant solutions while mentoring...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $201K *

Lead and deliver innovative mechanical systems for energy projects, ensuring code compliance and excellence in design. Mentor junior engineers, manage project scopes, and resolve complex challenges wh...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead engineering design for wastewater projects, guiding teams through complex infrastructure challenges while mentoring staff and ensuring high-quality solutions for municipal clients...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead engineering design and project teams for wastewater treatment solutions, ensuring high-quality deliverables and mentoring staff while collaborating across regions to support municipal infrastruct...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $230K *

Shape and lead a global Environmental Health & Safety program, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance emergency preparedness a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $116K *

Join a dynamic team as a Process Engineer, supporting gaseous energy projects. Collaborate on process design, optimize systems, and mentor junior staff while ensuring safety and efficiency in a fast-p...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading preconstruction efforts on large-scale water projects. Oversee budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor management while driving continuous improvement and mentoring team me...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower preconstruction excellence by leading large-scale water projects. Oversee budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor management while mentoring teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure s...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in preconstruction activities for large water projects, overseeing budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor management. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful project execution an...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining preconstruction excellence in large water projects. Lead efforts in budgeting, estimating, and subcontractor management while mentoring a skilled team. Drive innovation a...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower a proactive safety culture by leading initiatives that ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, protect employees, and promote a safe, healthy workplace across a manufacturing facility...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $130K *

Empower exceptional project delivery by managing environmental consulting projects, providing technical leadership, and fostering client relationships. Drive team growth, oversee project lifecycles, a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $130K *

Drive successful environmental projects by leading client relations, managing budgets, and mentoring staff. Ensure project execution from proposal to closeout, while upholding company values and deliv...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving health, safety, and environmental excellence through effective strategy execution, compliance, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with terminal and corpora...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful civil engineering projects by leading design, planning, and permitting efforts. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance infrastructure across diverse sectors while mentoring staff a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career with a senior role leading environmental projects, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations while mentoring junior staff and driving technical excellence in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$113K - $165K *

Transform environmental projects by leading investigations and remediation efforts. Leverage your expertise to mentor staff, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance while driving innovative...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $165K *

Champion environmental health initiatives by managing complex projects in industrial hygiene. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure compliance and deliver high-quality solutions that enhance co...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.