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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$136K - $188K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in project management for complex, high-budget initiatives. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure project success while optimizing resources and fostering continu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $188K *

Lead the charge in managing complex, high-budget projects, ensuring alignment with stakeholders and driving continuous improvement in engineering processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $188K *

Unlock your potential by managing complex projects with budgets up to $150M. Lead cross-functional teams, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Contribute to innovative hydrotechnical engineering solutions, conducting assessments and designs for diverse projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and deliver high-q...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Champion innovative hydrotechnical solutions as a Senior Engineer, driving impactful projects in hydropower. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and deliver sustainable engineering exc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Join a team that's delivering innovative hydrotechnical solutions for diverse projects. Leverage your expertise in hydraulic design and modeling to drive impactful engineering outcomes while collabora...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative hydrotechnical solutions. Leverage your expertise in hydrology and hydraulic design to support diverse projects, ensuring compliance and sustainab...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Empower your career as a Senior Hydrotechnical Engineer, delivering sustainable engineering solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on impactful hydropower projects, ensuring compliance an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Champion innovative hydrotechnical solutions, leveraging expertise to conduct assessments, design hydraulic structures, and collaborate on multimillion-dollar projects while ensuring compliance with i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $225K *

Oversee the quality control program for a major project, ensuring compliance with USACE, client, and regulatory standards while leading a team to enhance the Quality Management System and promote cont...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead project planning and execution across multiple locations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while managing budgets, resources, and timelines for medium to large-scale engineer...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to lead complex civil engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Utilize your expertise in project management and engineering to drive success across multipl...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team overseeing environmental programs, managing staff, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement. Empower your leadership skills while handling high-impact projects and f...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $125K *

Engage in the design and support of water/wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with project managers to deliver quality engineering solutions while mentoring junior staff and participating...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $125K *

Shape the future of water/wastewater engineering by developing innovative solutions, collaborating with project managers, and mentoring junior staff to deliver high-quality infrastructure projects and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading structural project teams and mentoring engineers. Drive project delivery on complex designs across diverse markets while fostering a culture of quality, coll...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and enhancing plant safety. Collaborate with teams to develop training programs and improve performance, while leading incident a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead company-wide Clean Air Act permitting and compliance programs, ensuring regulatory adherence and strategic guidance across diverse operations. Collaborate with teams to manage risks and support b...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $90K *

Elevate your engineering career by tackling diverse geotechnical challenges. Collaborate with a dynamic team, develop innovative solutions, and gain hands-on experience across various projects while e...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $90K *

Explore diverse geotechnical projects and tackle complex challenges. Join a dynamic team where you'll develop expertise, manage projects, and contribute to innovative solutions in civil engineering. Y...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the successful delivery of complex engineering projects by coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing resources, and ensuring alignment with project objectives while adhering to timelines and...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career forward by leading geotechnical engineering initiatives for major infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and ensure complianc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the planning and design of water/wastewater treatment facilities. Drive innovative engineering solutions, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to enhance cr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Champion a proactive safety culture by managing H&S programs, training staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate across teams to enhance Management Systems and drive continuous impr...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Pioneer a proactive safety culture by managing H&S programs, training staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate across teams to enhance Management Systems and drive continuous impro...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.