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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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.