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 *

Champion engineering excellence by leading a team in the design and execution of commercial solar PV and battery storage projects, ensuring compliance, safety, and innovation throughout the project li...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $125K *

Engage your expertise to lead groundwater and water resources projects, focusing on SGMA planning, watershed resilience, and sustainable solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive im...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Join us to lead innovative water/wastewater engineering projects, utilizing your expertise in infrastructure design, data analytics, and collaborative problem-solving to enhance community resilience a...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead innovative water/wastewater engineering projects, utilizing advanced modeling and analytics to enhance infrastructure and treatment processes. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$104K - $143K *

Champion quality excellence by leading a team to enhance processes, drive compliance, and implement improvements in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure custom...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in traffic engineering projects, enhancing safety and efficiency. Manage all phases from design to implementation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and d...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in traffic engineering projects, enhancing safety and efficiency. Manage project lifecycles, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and provide mentorship while ensuring compliance...

4 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading a high-performing team, ensuring operational efficiency and technical excellence, while fostering growth, collaboration, and innovative solutions across...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading a team of engineers and driving operational efficiency while fostering professional growth. You'll play a key role in delivering innovative building design solutions for...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Manager, leading complex, cross-functional projects. Oversee multiple initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while mentoring team members and enh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Transform team performance and drive excellence in engineering operations while ensuring quality standards are met. This leadership role emphasizes mentorship, strategic resource management, and clien...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by overseeing operations, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering client relationships. Lead team development and safety initiatives while managing proposals and business growth...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $179K *

Lead innovative structural engineering solutions for water and wastewater facilities, driving project outcomes and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring integration with multidisciplinary teams an...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $129K *

Transform environmental processes by analyzing systems for compliance and improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulations while managing capital projects and en...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $135K *

Transform wastewater treatment processes by leading projects that enhance efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster collaboration with clients and experts. Leverage your engineering experti...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $144K *

Join a team that's focused on expanding our Power engineering capabilities. Lead regional growth initiatives, develop client relationships, and ensure project excellence while mentoring talents in a d...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative pipeline design and rehabilitation. Collaborate with experts, conduct assessments, and mentor junior staff while tackling diverse projects across the U.S. in...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead innovative pipeline design projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver effective solutions in water infrastructure. Drive technical excellence and men...

3 weeks ago

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

$84K - $169K *

Solve complex challenges in drinking water treatment and reuse. Collaborate with engineers on innovative projects, improving municipal systems and optimizing operations for sustainable water purificat...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$136K - $195K *

Lead the charge in advancing sustainability engineering initiatives across transportation modes, ensuring compliance with global standards while mentoring a dedicated team to achieve decarbonization g...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative wastewater engineering projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to design and implement high-quality infrastructure solutions while ensuring exceptio...

Today

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

$90K - $120K *

Tackle complex utility projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and ensuring timely deliverables. Collaborate closely with clients to enhance project execution and support team de...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive new product development and project execution, ensuring timely delivery within budget while meeting quality standards. Collaborate with various departments to sync...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K *

Optimize stormwater management solutions while leading project teams and mentoring staff. Drive technical excellence and business development in a collaborative environment, ensuring quality and innov...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative water/wastewater solutions, managing complex projects, and collaborating with a multi-discipline team to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfact...

Today

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

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.