Environmental project managers plan and lead work that helps organizations meet environmental requirements, manage impacts, and deliver projects responsibly. On Ladders, explore vetted opportunities for experienced professionals seeking roles that pay $100,000 or more. Openings may be available across consulting, engineering, energy, construction, manufacturing, government, and other industries.
Responsibilities vary by employer and project, but often include setting project scope and schedules, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets and vendors, assessing risks, and communicating with clients, regulators, and stakeholders. Projects may involve environmental assessments, permitting, remediation, compliance programs, sustainability initiatives, or infrastructure development.
Senior roles commonly call for substantial project leadership experience and a record of delivering complex work safely, on schedule, and within budget. Employers may value knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting, site assessment or remediation, environmental health and safety, contract management, and quality assurance. Clear communication, analytical thinking, negotiation, and the ability to guide technical teams are also important. Requirements vary; some positions prefer or require a relevant degree, professional credentials, or specialized technical expertise.
Find opportunities aligned with your experience, preferred industry, and career goals. Review each listing for its responsibilities, location, compensation details, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover their next environmental project management opportunity.
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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...
3 weeks ago
$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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$120K - $170K *
Deliver exceptional project management for complex HVAC installations, ensuring timely execution and high-quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success and resolve technica...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead cross-functional project execution in Medication Contracting, translating strategic priorities into actionable plans. Drive improvements, manage risks, and enhance collaboration across teams to e...
5 days ago
$110K - $160K *
Lead the charge in air quality compliance and project management, ensuring regulatory adherence and delivering high-quality technical work for solid waste and industrial clients across the Southwest...
5 days ago
Project Manager (MEP Engineering)
$130K - $170K *
Shape the future of capital projects by leading multi-discipline teams to deliver complex design packages, ensuring quality and client satisfaction across diverse sectors including healthcare and gove...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock your potential as a Project Manager, leading complex, cross-functional projects. Oversee multiple initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while mentoring team members and enh...
2 weeks ago
$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...
1 week ago
Lead Environmental Manager - Major Projects Group
$121K - $176K *
Take ownership of environmental compliance leadership across major utility-scale power generation projects, ensuring adherence to regulations while collaborating with teams and regulatory agencies thr...
3 weeks ago
Environmental Project Manager, PSG
$80K - $110K *
Unlock potential by leading environmental remediation projects, ensuring safety and compliance while managing teams and client relationships. Drive project success through effective planning, executio...
Today
$120K - $125K *
Lead the charge in managing complex projects for a federal data analytics platform, ensuring operational excellence through effective communication, risk management, and collaboration across teams whi...
Reposted 2 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform healthcare project management by leading complex construction initiatives. Collaborate with clients to ensure project success from planning to completion, while managing resources, budgets...
Reposted today
$125K - $135K *
Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing personnel and operational execution across critical Navy training programs. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage contracts, and ensure successful program del...
2 weeks ago
Project Management Technical Director - Northern/Central California
$132K - $174K *
Shape the future of environmental consulting by leading complex projects, fostering client relationships, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure excellen...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Transaction Advisory
$500K+*
Lead the execution of carbon transaction advisory across LAC countries, managing senior government relationships and developing commercialization strategies to support forest protection initiatives an...
1 week ago
$120K - $170K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality HVAC projects. Oversee technical coordination, manage project milestones, and ensure seamless communication among stakeholders while driving pro...
2 weeks ago
Project Planner - Environmental
$112K - $196K *
Lead a dynamic team in urban/environmental planning, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance on large-scale projects while managing budgets and timelines effectively...
3 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by leading technology-driven manufacturing projects. Drive complex initiatives from concept to delivery, ensuring quality and profitability while collaborating with cross-functiona...
Reposted 3 days ago
Planner/Project Manager - Energy & Environmental Planning (Remote)
$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...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Join our team to lead and manage ultrasonic cleaning projects, ensuring safety and compliance while driving profitability. You'll be the primary contact for clients, guiding a dedicated team to achiev...
5 days ago
$103K - $130K *
Lead complex public-sector consulting projects, managing scope, budget, and client relationships while ensuring quality and compliance across multidisciplinary teams and initiatives...
Yesterday
$90K - $100K *
Shape the future of waste management by overseeing complex projects involving waste loading, handling, and transportation. Collaborate with diverse teams and ensure compliance while managing customer...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$145K - $185K *
Grow your career with a leading specialty contractor managing complex heavy civil projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure safety, quality, and client satisfaction while driving project succ...
6 days ago
Senior Project Manager - MicroElectronics
$100K - $130K *
Transform your career by leading complex water treatment projects. As a Project Manager, you'll guide a skilled team, ensuring project success from initiation to completion while maintaining quality...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in optimizing project management processes for a VHA client team. Utilize your expertise to enhance strategic planning, decision-making, and execution while collaborating with senior s...
3 weeks ago
What does an environmental project manager do?
An environmental project manager leads projects involving environmental compliance, permitting, assessment, remediation, sustainability, or related work. They coordinate teams and stakeholders while managing scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and deliverables.
What qualifications are commonly needed for environmental project manager jobs?
Employers often seek project management experience, environmental or engineering knowledge, and familiarity with applicable regulations and permitting. Depending on the role, a relevant degree, professional credentials, or specialized experience may be preferred or required.
Which industries hire environmental project managers?
Environmental project managers work in fields such as environmental consulting, engineering, energy, construction, manufacturing, infrastructure, and government. Specific opportunities depend on the employer and project portfolio.
Are Project Manager, Environmental jobs on Ladders high-paying?
Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Compensation and eligibility vary by position, so review individual listings for current salary information and requirements.
How can I find the right environmental project manager role?
Compare listings by responsibilities, industry, location, compensation, and required expertise. Prioritize roles that match your project leadership track record and technical background, and tailor your application to the employer’s needs.