High-Paying Environmental Scientist Jobs

Environmental Science is a field that integrates physical, biological, and information sciences to study the environment and identify solutions to environmental problems. It's a diverse field that offers an array of rewarding, high-paying job opportunities.

What Does an Environmental Scientist Do?

Environmental scientists are responsible for assessing, managing, and advising on the environmental impact of industrial, commercial, and public sector projects. They use their knowledge and skills to identify and reduce environmental risks, protect public health, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. This includes creating strategies to prevent, control, or fix environmental problems, such as pollution.

Job Market for Environmental Scientists

The employment outlook for environmental scientists is very positive, with rapid growth expected in this profession due to the rising importance of the environment in public policy.

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$120K - $140K *

The Senior Project Manager, Civil/Environmental Engineer will lead complex environmental remediation projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet client and regulatory objectives. This...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $140K *

The Senior Project Manager, Civil/Environmental Engineer will lead complex environmental remediation projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet client and regulatory objectives. This...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by leading innovative industrial water/wastewater projects while enhancing client relationships and mentoring teams across multiple locations to drive business growth and projec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$131K - $171K *

Join a team that is enhancing safety and compliance in a dynamic biotech environment. You'll drive the development of EHS programs, ensuring effective execution while advising leadership and fostering...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Transform hazardous building materials management by overseeing complex projects, ensuring compliance, driving business development, and collaborating with technical teams to deliver exceptional servi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to shape innovative safety strategies that enhance compliance and drive sustainable outcomes. Lead complex engagements and develop high-impact solutions that influence stakeholders and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Architect strategic visions and lead multidisciplinary teams to manage diverse industrial water and wastewater projects. Foster client relationships while ensuring project delivery excellence across m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic team in delivering high-quality geospatial solutions for Navy projects. Collaborate closely with clients and experts to analyze, create, and review GIS data, ensuring accuracy and adher...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $107K *

Design and manage urban transportation projects, ensuring quality standards and effective communication with agencies and stakeholders. Perform field inspections, prepare documents, and apply engineer...

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Transform weather analysis into actionable forecasts and briefings, ensuring operational readiness and public safety during severe weather events. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop predictive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that drives environmental project management by leading permitting efforts for major infrastructure in the energy sector, ensuring compliance with various federal and state regulations whi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $170K *

Help us lead air permitting and compliance to support industrial, power, and commercial sectors, ensuring regulatory adherence while providing technical expertise and developing client relationships i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $120K *

Drive geological support for exploration teams by logging, sampling, and mapping drill core. Contribute to program planning, data collection, and uphold safety and environmental protocols while foster...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Lead environmental initiatives by managing compliance, developing strategies, and fostering robust relationships with stakeholders to enhance performance and ensure sustainable practices within a dyna...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Lead environmental initiatives, drive compliance, and shape a sustainable HSE culture. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance regulatory adherence and community relations, while managing budget and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Accelerate your career as you lead environmental compliance efforts, ensuring adherence to air regulations while collaborating across teams to promote operational excellence and continuous improvement...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Empower your career by overseeing and enhancing EHS programs across multiple sites. Collaborate with leaders to ensure compliance, promote a safety culture, and drive continuous improvement initiative...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Drive the management of complex environmental projects while mentoring teams, ensuring compliance, and fostering strong client relationships. Shape your career in a collaborative setting focused on su...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$147K - $202K *

Transform the EHS landscape by leading compliance across operations in 19 locations. Develop and implement standards that enhance safety and security while fostering a culture of accountability and co...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $95K *

Manage the regulatory functions at facilities, ensuring compliance with environmental laws while advising on corrective measures and coordinating inspections and audits for operational efficiency and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $118K *

Join a team that's advancing clean energy in Texas by leading regulatory advocacy initiatives, promoting decarbonization, and engaging with key stakeholders to develop impactful strategies and policie...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $118K *

Join a team that's advocating for clean energy in Texas. Lead regulatory initiatives and collaborate with internal teams to shape energy policy, ensuring a sustainable and affordable future. Influence...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $118K *

Advance clean energy initiatives by leading regulatory advocacy, engaging stakeholders, and shaping policies in Texas. Play a key role in promoting generation decarbonization and energy affordability...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $118K *

Shape the future of clean energy in Texas by driving regulatory advocacy and strategy for decarbonization and affordability. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to influence policy and engage sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $118K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic regulatory advocacy for clean energy in Texas, collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance policies on decarbonization, electrification, and energy affor...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need to become an Environmental Scientist?question toggle

    Typically, becoming an Environmental Scientist requires a bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a related scientific field. Many jobs also require a master’s degree in a related field, and some might require a PhD.

  • What skills are required for an Environmental Scientist?question toggle

    Essential skills include analytical skills, problem-solving, strong understanding of data analysis, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a team.

  • What industries employ Environmental Scientists?question toggle

    Environmental Scientists are employed in a variety of sectors, including manufacturing, government, consulting firms, and not-for-profit organizations.