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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$127K - $157K *

Manage and oversee complex engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery, scope adherence, and budget compliance while fostering client relationships and team collaboration for optimal outcomes in wa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative water resource projects, managing multi-disciplinary teams and ensuring excellence in design. Develop client relationships while delivering on time and withi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$109K - $203K *

Elevate safety and environmental standards by ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate on injury prevention and health initiatives while analyzing complex data to foster a strong ESH culture...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Drive environmental compliance projects and client relationships while mentoring junior staff in a dynamic EHS consulting practice. This role combines project management, technical guidance, and susta...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Manage land development projects from design to construction, collaborating with clients and stakeholders to create effective site plans and ensure compliance with regulations. This role offers growth...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse civil engineering projects, overseeing teams to deliver innovative land development solutions while ensuring quality, client satisfaction, and regulatory compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading environmental projects, focusing on contamination assessment and remediation. Collaborate with experts to deliver innovative solutions while managing multiple p...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in structural engineering by managing projects, enhancing team growth, and fostering client relationships while ensuring high-quality standards and efficient resource allocation for o...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $125K *

Pioneer innovative water infrastructure solutions by leading engineering teams, managing critical projects, and enhancing system operations to ensure sustainable water services for communities. Drive...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Champion environmental compliance by overseeing regulatory adherence and safety programs across multiple facilities. Drive sustainability initiatives and ensure operational excellence while managing a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $140K *

Join our team to lead environmental services in the mining sector, driving impactful programs that enhance community resilience and achieve ESG targets. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to delive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$156K - $218K *

Drive complex civil and environmental engineering projects, providing senior technical leadership and client advisory support. Oversee landfill closure, remediation, and gas mitigation systems while m...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$156K - $218K *

Shape the future of environmental engineering by leading complex projects in landfill closure, remediation, and gas mitigation. Provide senior technical leadership, mentor teams, and drive business gr...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $175K *

Help us drive impactful civil and environmental projects as a Senior Project Manager. You'll manage client relationships, oversee project profitability, and mentor staff while contributing to sustaina...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $175K *

Join a team that's dedicated to environmental solutions, managing diverse projects in civil and solid waste engineering. Leverage your expertise to enhance client relationships and mentor staff while...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by developing and implementing strategic EHS initiatives, influencing management to enhance performance, and providing expert solutions to drive continuous improvement in a manufactur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of AI at our organization by leading a dynamic team to develop and implement innovative AI solutions. Collaborate with business leaders to transform opportunities into impactful appli...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Manage environmental projects by conducting assessments, sampling, and remediation. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure compliance and deliver high-quality reports. Travel may be required up...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $140K *

Manage and oversee environmental investigation and remediation projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. Develop project management skills while leading teams and engaging in bu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by managing complex environmental compliance programs for major infrastructure projects. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, lead teams, and ensure adherence to regulations whil...

5 days ago

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

$177K - $200K *

Transform the future of water treatment by leading process engineering initiatives, driving innovation, and optimizing solutions across diverse markets. Shape high-performing teams to deliver excellen...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$177K - $200K *

Drive engineering excellence in water treatment solutions by leading high-performing teams, optimizing processes, and aligning strategies with market needs to enhance competitive advantage and support...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$177K - $200K *

Lead the charge in advancing process engineering excellence for water treatment systems. Drive strategic initiatives, build high-performing teams, and ensure alignment with commercial objectives to en...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $125K *

Grow your career by leading client projects in stack testing. Utilize your technical expertise and collaborative skills to ensure compliance and reliability while managing budgets, timelines, and team...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at municipal utility districts by leading engineering services, managing multidisciplinary teams, and providing strategic guidance on infrastructure projects while ensuring complia...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.