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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$110K - $130K *

Champion project success by leading engineering teams to execute complex capital projects efficiently, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while fostering a culture of continuous improvemen...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Lead the charge in managing linear water infrastructure programs, providing technical expertise, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring project delivery aligns with utility standards and client need...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Champion project lifecycle management by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring safety, and driving successful facility integration. Leverage your expertise to navigate challenges and deliver impact...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform project execution by managing the lifecycle of facility engineering initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely delivery, compliance, and integration of new facilities while...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Lead the lifecycle management of engineering projects, ensuring safety and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success from inception to completion while maintaining s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Drive the lifecycle management of facility engineering projects, ensuring safety and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and manage resources effectivel...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading lifecycle management of engineering projects, ensuring safety and efficiency. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive project success from inception to completion while fos...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$107K - $151K *

Lead transformative water and wastewater projects, driving innovative solutions and mentoring talent while enhancing client partnerships and advancing your career in sustainable engineering...

2 weeks ago

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

$107K - $151K *

Join a team that's shaping resilient communities by leading impactful water and wastewater projects. Utilize your expertise to drive innovative solutions, mentor talent, and strengthen client partners...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Elevate your career as a Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant, leading subsurface investigations and remediation projects while mentoring junior staff and driving business development in a collab...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $130K *

Advance your career as a Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant, leading subsurface investigations and remediation projects while mentoring junior staff and driving business development in the nort...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $130K *

Lead impactful environmental consulting projects, driving technical excellence and strategic growth in the northeast region while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with senior colleagues to enh...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a senior environmental consultant, leading technical initiatives and project management in subsurface investigations and regulatory negotiations while mentoring junior staff and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team managing environmental projects, supervising investigations, and developing client relationships. Gain valuable project and staff management experience while contr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $218K *

Lead impactful geoenvironmental projects, integrating technical expertise and business development to expand our practice and support client success through strategic consulting and project delivery a...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading complex geoenvironmental projects, mentoring staff, and driving business growth. Leverage expertise in solid waste and remediation to deliver innovative solutions while col...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$129K - $209K *

Accelerate your career by leading complex geoenvironmental projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams, and driving business development in a dynamic consulting environment focused on sustainable waste...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate our geoenvironmental practice by leading complex projects and client engagements. Utilize your engineering expertise and business development skills to drive growth, innovate solutions, and me...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$129K - $209K *

Advance the geoenvironmental practice by managing complex solid waste projects, delivering strategic technical guidance, and leading business development efforts to enhance client relationships and ma...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$123K - $199K *

Elevate geoenvironmental practices by leading complex projects, driving business growth, and delivering technical expertise in solid waste management, remediation, and engineering consulting while men...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex geoenvironmental projects, delivering innovative solutions while mentoring staff and driving practice growth in a collaborative environment focused on sustainabilit...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$127K - $157K *

Shape the future of transportation projects by leading design efforts, collaborating with teams, and ensuring client satisfaction through innovative engineering solutions across Ohio's roadway systems...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative civil engineering solutions. Lead planning, design, and permitting for diverse infrastructure projects while mentoring staff and fostering client...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of municipal engineering by leading diverse projects, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring timely and budget-friendly proj...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Empower the future of water infrastructure by leading innovative projects in planning, design, and delivery. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tackle complex challenges while ensuring qualit...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.