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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$117K - $171K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in water strategy for data centers, driving innovative solutions and regulatory compliance while mentoring teams and collaborating across disciplines to enhance envir...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Lead national water strategy initiatives for data centers, overseeing due diligence, compliance, and innovative solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive growth and mentor staff whi...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Drive innovative water strategy initiatives for data centers, leading due diligence, compliance, and project management efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solution...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Transform water strategy initiatives for data centers nationwide. Lead due diligence, develop sourcing strategies, and ensure compliance while mentoring teams and driving innovation in environmental s...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $133K *

Champion environmental compliance and permitting projects across multimedia, leading audits, reports, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive effective solutions while managing client relationships...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $133K *

Shape the future of environmental compliance by leading permitting projects for critical facilities. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure adherence to regulations and contribute to innovative land...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $133K *

Drive compliance excellence by managing multimedia environmental permitting projects. Collaborate with industry leaders to prepare detailed regulatory submissions and conduct audits, ensuring adherenc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Lead environmental compliance initiatives to ensure adherence to regulations across multiple states. Collaborate with teams to implement sustainability goals, perform audits, and manage data for repor...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Champion environmental compliance initiatives by developing programs, conducting audits, and leading teams across multiple states to enhance sustainability and ensure regulatory adherence while collab...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $125K *

Elevate environmental standards by leading compliance initiatives, managing waste activities, and collaborating with regulatory agencies. Drive safety culture and enhance operational efficiency within...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $170K *

Champion municipal infrastructure projects, enhancing water and wastewater utilities. Collaborate with clients, lead a skilled team, and drive innovative solutions from planning to execution while fos...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing engineering for diverse water projects. Lead multi-discipline teams, oversee budgets, and ensure client satisfaction while driving innovative solutions in water and was...

Reposted today

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career as a Project Manager leading multidisciplinary civil and water resources projects, managing budgets, scopes, and teams to deliver solutions that enhance communities and ensure proj...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $142K *

Join a dynamic team to manage Water/Wastewater projects, overseeing planning, budgeting, and client relations while mentoring emerging engineers and ensuring quality outcomes in a collaborative enviro...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Engage in diverse environmental projects, conducting assessments, investigations, and remediation efforts. Collaborate with teams and clients to ensure compliance and deliver effective solutions in co...

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2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $140K *

Contribute to the design and implementation of advanced water treatment systems, leading multi-discipline teams and mentoring junior engineers. Drive projects from concept to completion, ensuring comp...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $120K *

Innovate compliance strategies and environmental practices at our mill, ensuring adherence to regulations, permitting processes, and sustainability initiatives while fostering community awareness and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $167K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative engineering solutions for water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure technical excellence, compliance, and client satisfaction wh...

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful environmental projects by leading multi-disciplinary teams in CEQA & NEPA processes. Leverage your expertise to enhance client relationships and ensure quality outcomes across diverse...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence for EHS and Industrial Hygiene, overseeing project delivery, resource allocation, and team leadership to ensure high-quality service and client satisfaction a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$154K - $196K *

Join a team that's dedicated to environmental remediation, providing engineering support for groundwater and soil vapor systems. Collaborate on innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with regulatio...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$154K - $196K *

Empower environmental solutions by providing engineering expertise in groundwater and soil vapor remediation. Collaborate on innovative designs, optimize systems, and ensure compliance with regulation...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$73K - $109K *

Drive impactful health and safety projects by managing client relationships, leading assessments, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior staff and delivering outstandin...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Manage the Mechanical Engineering group, driving project success through effective resource allocation, supervision of staff, and quality assurance processes, while ensuring client satisfaction and fo...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage the Mechanical Engineering group, overseeing project execution, resource allocation, and client communication while ensuring high-quality standards, staff development, and departmental performa...

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.