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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$85K - $102K *

Elevate your career by reviewing and editing environmental and property assessments. Collaborate with field staff to ensure report accuracy and quality, while providing technical guidance and maintain...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $135K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of renewable energy through the design of utility-scale solar PV and battery storage systems. Collaborate with experienced engineers and drive the successful exec...

Denver, CORemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $90K *

Oversee and coordinate complex construction projects nationwide, managing documentation, submittals, and scheduling while ensuring quality and cost control. Collaborate with project teams to deliver p...

Rockford, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Help us drive strategic initiatives within Navy housing programs. You will support the planning and execution of barracks improvements, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance housing conditions, r...

Hawaii, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of estimating and bidding for complex data center projects, developing accurate cost models and providing strategic insights to secure new business while collaborating with teams to ide...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

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United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

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Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $154K *

Shape the future of contract administration by leading complex negotiations, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful outcomes in high-sta...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $115K *

Advance the development of EV charging infrastructure by supporting project management activities, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring project controls are effectively maintained a...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive technical pre-sales excellence, collaborating with Sales and Engineering teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet customer needs and accelerate growth in a fast-paced env...

San Francisco, CARemote

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

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer your career by managing compliance programs across multiple states. Oversee audits, inspections, and training while building client relationships and ensuring regulatory adherence in a dynamic...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $230K *

Empower growth in our waterfront engineering practice by leading innovative projects, fostering client relationships, and driving business development efforts in a dynamic environment focused on coast...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

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Bedford, NHRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$146K - $182K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower our Construction Management team by overseeing rail project operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing contractor activities to deliver successful infrastructure outco...

Bridgewater, NJRemote

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

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United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$265K - $295K *

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engineer innovative civil designs for utility-scale solar and battery projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create site layouts, grading, and drainage plans, ensuring compliance and ef...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and optimization of enterprise workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive data-driven decisions within a dyna...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $159K *

Make your mark at the forefront of innovation as a Senior Technical Project Manager, overseeing proposal development, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring successful project execu...

Delaware, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $125K *

Bring your expertise to a collaborative team as a Technology Design Specialist, handling diverse projects. Utilize Revit for design coordination and documentation across communications, security, and...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $117K *

Unlock potential by leading cost estimation for product manufacturing and services. Collaborate across departments to ensure accuracy and efficiency while managing project budgets and strategic planni...

Metairie, LARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$220K - $250K *

Champion a high-performing team of leaders to drive operational excellence, enhance client relationships, and achieve strategic goals in a dynamic environment while fostering a culture of transparency...

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1 week ago

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

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.