Environmental Planner Jobs

Environmental planners help organizations and communities make informed decisions about land use, infrastructure, and development while considering environmental impacts. Explore vetted Environmental Planner job opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Environmental Planners Do

Environmental planners assess proposed projects, coordinate environmental reviews, and help teams meet regulatory requirements. Their work may involve preparing impact assessments, reviewing planning documents, consulting with agencies and community stakeholders, and recommending ways to avoid or reduce environmental harm.

Common Environmental Planner Roles

Job titles vary by employer and specialization. Opportunities may include senior environmental planner, environmental planning manager, NEPA planner, land-use planner, sustainability planner, and environmental consultant. Responsibilities can differ across public agencies, engineering and consulting firms, utilities, and infrastructure organizations.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with environmental review processes, land-use planning, regulatory compliance, research, and technical writing. Project management, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to explain complex findings clearly are also valuable. Requirements may include a relevant degree and, for some roles, specialized credentials or experience with regulations such as NEPA or state-level equivalents.

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Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities for Environmental Planners, including roles paying $100,000 or more. Review job descriptions, compare responsibilities and qualifications, and identify positions that align with your experience and career goals.

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$72K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as you collaborate on impactful environmental documents, ensuring compliance with CEQA and NEPA. Contribute to sustainable solutions while working in a dynamic team environment a...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Elevate project delivery by leading environmental planning and management efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and drive business development while mentoring junior s...

Yellowknife, NTIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Manage environmental planning for diverse public infrastructure projects, providing regulatory guidance, project management, and technical expertise while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Advance environmental planning by preparing CEQA and NEPA documentation for diverse projects. Collaborate with specialists to evaluate impacts and draft mitigation measures, ensuring compliance and su...

3 weeks ago

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

$61K - $125K *

Champion environmental planning initiatives by supporting high-volume workflows, coordinating with experts, and ensuring timely delivery of planning documents for utility projects in Southern Californ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$61K - $125K *

Support environmental planning initiatives by coordinating workflows, managing project trackers, and ensuring timely delivery of planning documents. Collaborate with experts to facilitate environmenta...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading large-scale environmental planning projects, managing teams, and ensuring quality control. Drive business development and foster a culture of safety and excellence while...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Empower environmental initiatives by managing diverse projects, guiding teams, and ensuring compliance with CEQA and NEPA. Collaborate with clients and agencies to deliver innovative solutions while m...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Support and manage environmental planning projects, focusing on CEQA/NEPA documentation for transportation and development. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure compliance and deliver high-qua...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead environmental planning efforts, focusing on CEQA/NEPA documentation for transportation projects. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure compliance and deliver...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $102K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of environmental planning by managing CEQA/NEPA documentation for transportation projects. Collaborate with clients and agencies to deliver impactful solutions wh...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $170K *

Shape the future of environmental planning by leading complex CEQA reviews, managing multidisciplinary teams, and advising clients. Drive impactful projects from inception to certification while ensur...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Drive impactful environmental planning initiatives by leading CEQA reviews, managing multidisciplinary teams, and advising clients through complex regulatory processes. Your expertise will shape susta...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Lead complex environmental planning projects, managing multidisciplinary teams and guiding clients through CEQA processes. Drive the preparation of EIRs and ensure compliance with California regulatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Lead complex environmental planning projects, managing multidisciplinary teams and guiding clients through CEQA processes. Ensure high-quality deliverables and foster stakeholder engagement while ment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of environmental planning. Leverage your expertise in CEQA to lead complex projects, manage multidisciplinary teams, and provide strategic guidance to clients in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Unlock your potential in a senior environmental planning role, leading complex CEQA projects and multidisciplinary teams while advising clients through the environmental review process. Drive impactfu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading complex environmental reviews and managing multidisciplinary teams. This senior role requires expertise in CEQA, guiding clients through impactful decisions while ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Champion environmental excellence by leading complex CEQA projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and advising clients through the environmental review process. Drive impactful solutions from proj...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading complex environmental reviews and managing multidisciplinary teams. This senior role requires expertise in CEQA, guiding clients through impactful decisions while ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Lead the charge in complex environmental planning projects, managing multidisciplinary teams and guiding clients through CEQA processes while ensuring high-quality, legally defensible documentation an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Optimize environmental planning by leading complex CEQA projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and guiding clients through regulatory processes to ensure compliance and successful project outcome...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Shape the future of environmental planning by leading complex CEQA reviews, managing multidisciplinary teams, and advising clients on sustainable practices. Drive impactful projects from inception to...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Advance your career by leading complex environmental reviews and managing multidisciplinary teams. Serve as a trusted advisor to clients while preparing and overseeing CEQA documents from initiation t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of environmental planning. Lead complex CEQA projects, manage multidisciplinary teams, and provide expert guidance to clients in both public and private sectors...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an environmental planner do?question toggle

    An environmental planner evaluates how proposed development, infrastructure, or land-use decisions may affect the environment. They coordinate reviews, prepare reports, support regulatory compliance, and recommend measures to limit impacts.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for environmental planner jobs?question toggle

    Many positions require a degree in environmental planning, urban or regional planning, environmental science, geography, or a related field. Employers may also look for experience with environmental reviews, planning regulations, technical writing, and project coordination; requirements vary by role.

  • Where do environmental planners work?question toggle

    Environmental planners may work for government agencies, engineering and environmental consulting firms, utilities, transportation organizations, developers, or other employers involved in land use and infrastructure projects.

  • Can environmental planners earn $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Senior, specialized, and management-level positions may offer salaries of $100,000 or more, depending on factors such as location, employer, experience, and responsibilities. Ladders features vetted professional jobs in this salary range.

  • How can I find Environmental Planner jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Environmental Planner listings on Ladders and review each posting's salary range, location, responsibilities, and qualifications to find opportunities suited to your background.