Environmental Planner Jobs

Environmental planners help communities and organizations make informed decisions about land use, infrastructure, and natural resources. They assess environmental conditions, evaluate project impacts, and help ensure plans align with regulations and sustainability goals. Explore vetted Environmental Planner opportunities on Ladders, including positions with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Environmental Planners Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and project, but may include preparing environmental assessments, coordinating reviews and permits, analyzing land-use proposals, and recommending ways to avoid or reduce environmental impacts. Environmental planners often work with engineers, scientists, government agencies, developers, and community stakeholders.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers may seek experience in environmental planning, land-use planning, or a related field, along with strong research, writing, and project-management skills. Knowledge of environmental regulations, impact assessment, GIS, public engagement, and sustainability practices can also be valuable. Requirements differ by role, location, and level of responsibility.

Explore Environmental Planner Careers

Environmental Planner roles can be found in consulting, government, transportation, energy, real estate, and other sectors. Senior positions may involve leading planning programs, managing multidisciplinary teams, advising decision-makers, or overseeing complex projects. Browse Ladders to discover vetted Environmental Planner jobs and related opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

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$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...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$129K - $212K *

Lead the charge in advancing environmental planning and permitting strategies, ensuring compliance with NEPA and SEPA. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions while mentorin...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$74K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring NEPA compliance through expert review and management of environmental assessments and impact statements for diverse projects across the nation, enhancing susta...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K *

Join a team that's managing environmental projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff and driving business development efforts in the oil and gas sector...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $120K *

Transform communities by providing technical assistance for sustainable water infrastructure. Collaborate with underserved utilities to enhance funding access, evaluate projects, and promote innovativ...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$129K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing complex environmental projects across multiple states while driving client satisfaction and project execution from proposal to invoicing. Collaborate with diverse teams to...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to helping clients thrive through expert environmental consulting. You will enable compliance with regulations, evaluate impacts, and develop tailored solutions for a dive...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $115K *

Manage NEPA reviews and strategies for federal projects, ensuring compliance and effective stakeholder engagement through environmental assessments and impact statements. Collaborate with technical sp...

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2 weeks ago

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

$144K - $245K *

Lead the charge in business development for environmental services, focusing on water and energy sectors. Drive growth, manage client relationships, and mentor junior staff while overseeing project ex...

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5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $100K *

Lead environmental planning and permitting projects, managing multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and regulatory approval. Collaborate closely with clients and regulatory agencies while foste...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $104K *

Explore your potential as you build and nurture partnerships with foundation donors, driving impactful fundraising initiatives that align with strategic priorities for a greater mission...

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2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $155K *

Shape project success by leading engineering efforts, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within scope...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$86K - $126K *

Join our dynamic Engineering team to lead civil design projects, focusing on stormwater management and erosion control. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions while...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on environmental permitting. Support diverse projects across New England, leveraging your expertise in regulatory compliance and public engageme...

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2 days ago

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

$95K - $135K *

Empower communities by leading impactful water resources engineering projects. Collaborate effectively to design innovative solutions, manage project schedules, and ensure compliance with environmenta...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $150K *

Seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead engineering design projects, ensuring effective staffing, technical accuracy, and client engagement while managing budgets and promoting business development...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $150K *

Pioneer comprehensive NEPA reviews and guide federal actions by leading multidisciplinary teams through environmental planning, analysis, and compliance. Your expertise will drive decisions impacting...

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2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Advance environmental excellence by collaborating with plant leaders to ensure compliance, reduce risks, and promote sustainability across multiple manufacturing facilities. Make a measurable impact t...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $100K *

Champion sustainability initiatives by leading client portfolios, managing projects, and enhancing service offerings. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful solutions and drive strategic growth i...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $118K *

Shape the future of water and wastewater infrastructure by leading environmental assessments, managing project teams, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure effective capital planning and risk...

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1 week ago

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

$72K - $110K *

Champion environmental project success by managing scopes, schedules, and budgets. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and clients to deliver high-quality solutions while mentoring junior staff...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in providing expert environmental consulting solutions for industrial clients across the U.S., focusing on permitting, compliance, and risk-reduction while nurturing client relationshi...

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2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Engage in comprehensive assessments of building performance and energy efficiency. Collaborate with clients to enhance sustainability practices while reducing operational costs through detailed audits...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $90K *

Explore the world of sustainability data as you ensure accuracy and integrity across complex datasets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while driving insights and automating analytical processe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $124K *

Join us to drive HR innovation as a Business Analyst, specializing in Workday HCM. You'll enhance global HR systems, streamline processes, and support diverse HR functions, ensuring data integrity and...

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Environmental Planner do?question toggle

    An Environmental Planner evaluates how proposed land-use, infrastructure, and development projects may affect the environment. The role can involve environmental assessments, regulatory review, permitting coordination, stakeholder engagement, and recommendations to reduce impacts.

  • What qualifications are common for Environmental Planner jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for a relevant degree or equivalent experience, strong research and communication skills, and familiarity with environmental planning, land use, impact assessment, or regulations. Some roles also value GIS and project-management experience.

  • Where do Environmental Planners work?question toggle

    Environmental Planners work across sectors such as government, environmental consulting, transportation, energy, real estate, and infrastructure. They may support public agencies, private companies, or multidisciplinary project teams.

  • How can I find Environmental Planner jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Environmental Planner listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its compensation details, qualifications, and location.