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.

Find Environmental Planner Jobs on Ladders

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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$114K - $132K *

Pioneer strategic fundraising initiatives that cultivate donor relationships and secure six and seven-figure gifts. Collaborate across teams to enhance organizational impact and utilize donor insights...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to drive purchasing processes, focusing on builder relations, financial analysis, and program growth. Your expertise will shape the future of home constructi...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Engage in strategic proposal management, leading RFQ/RFP responses across divisions. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, compliant submissions while maintaining high-quality standards and support...

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1 week ago

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

$76K - $110K *

Transform strategies into compelling proposals by leading content development, managing schedules, and collaborating with technical teams to ensure alignment with client needs and compliance, while en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $153K *

Champion the implementation of Clean Water Act requirements by collaborating with clients and technical teams, managing projects, and developing training tools to enhance efficiency and regulatory com...

Washington, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing complex assignments in insurance restoration, leading a global team to deliver exceptional service, oversee project management, and ensure high-quality reporting for clien...

Quebec, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $154K *

Optimize and integrate the manufacturing process for hazardous materials, taking ownership from design through commissioning. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety and efficiency i...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$93K - $137K *

Innovate across capital projects and chemical operations, delivering practical mechanical engineering solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective project execution a...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Transform healthcare project management by leading complex construction initiatives. Collaborate with clients to ensure project success from planning to completion, while managing resources, budgets...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in strategic sourcing and supplier management, driving cost, quality, and performance to align services with organizational goals. Shape a collaborative environment that optimizes proc...

Boise, IDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful public-sector construction projects by managing scope, schedule, and budget while fostering strong client relationships and ensuring quality delivery from inception to closeout...

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2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in strategic growth and relationship development for a portfolio of EPE clients. Drive business development, uncover opportunities, and enhance client engagement to expand EPE’s footpr...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Champion the technical pre-sales process by deeply understanding customer needs, leading strategic sales efforts, and mentoring the SE team to drive growth and innovation in enterprise solutions...

San Francisco, CARemote

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion the future of program financial analysis by overseeing Earned Value Management Systems, ensuring compliance and performance tracking while providing strategic financial support and insights t...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $130K *

Advance your career by developing and reviewing groundwater models for diverse projects. Collaborate with experts, mentor junior staff, and enhance ITASCA's hydrogeology practice while tackling comple...

Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading hydrogeology and environmental projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tackle complex groundwater challenges, ensuring technical excellence and client sati...

Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role overseeing commissioning for utility-scale PV and BESS projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure seamless execution, optimize processes, and manage techn...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $176K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading complex engineering initiatives in the Power Lifeline Sector, ensuring effective execution from inception to close-out while managing resources, budget, and quality...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex multi-disciplinary projects across diverse sectors, ensuring alignment with client goals and project scope from initiation to closeout. Foster collaboration and ove...

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3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $165K *

Champion safety in innovative nuclear fuel recycling by evaluating hazards, developing safety documents, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate in a dynamic team to enhance safety measu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$111K - $150K *

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United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to lead electrical engineering design for grid modernization projects. Drive client engagement and mentor junior engineers while ensuring high-quality deliverables in a...

Houston, TXRemote

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

$128K - $192K *

Advance the future of our parks by leading the management of complex construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance through effective oversight, collaboration, and innovation. Foster a...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$73K - $132K *

Contribute to impactful environmental projects by analyzing data, preparing technical documents, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support CERCLA investigations and remediation efforts...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.