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.
$82K - $124K *
Lead the charge in managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results while developin...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $100K *
Partner with us to lead and mentor a team in delivering utility software implementations, ensuring projects meet client needs and are completed on time and within budget while fostering a culture of c...
3 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager / SCRUM Master
$111K - $192K *
Unlock potential by leading Agile delivery for technology modernization initiatives. Drive project planning, stakeholder coordination, and disciplined management to ensure multidisciplinary teams achi...
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Project Developer (Manager / Director)
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in driving utility-scale energy projects from concept to operation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery while managing complex stakeholder relationships i...
3 weeks ago
$160K - $180K *
Lead the charge in driving agile execution across product and engineering teams, managing digital product launches and enhancing client value through innovative solutions. Collaborate cross-functional...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Advance your career by leading substation projects, managing design and execution for diverse clients. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency while driving operational improv...
1 week ago
Program Manager, Chemicals & Recycling Compliance
$95K - $145K *
Unlock potential by leading compliance initiatives in chemicals and recycling. Collaborate across teams to ensure regulatory adherence, mitigate risks, and support sustainability goals while engaging...
3 weeks ago
Network Construction Project Manager, Technical Program Management
$105K *
Lead the charge in managing on-site network infrastructure construction, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards across data centre projects. Collaborate with engineering and construction teams...
3 weeks ago
Program Management Office Lead
$110K - $130K *
Join us to lead the enterprise Program Management Office, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring alignment across divisions. You'll mentor project managers, oversee governance, and enhance project...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Heavy Civil/DOT
$90K - $110K *
Champion project success by managing costs, schedules, and relationships. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient execution and problem-solving in heavy civil and infrastructure projects, driving c...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Heavy Civil/DOT
$90K - $110K *
Champion project success by managing costs, schedules, and relationships. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient execution and problem-solving on heavy civil and infrastructure projects, driving c...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Heavy Civil/DOT
$90K - $110K *
Manage project performance and execution, ensuring timely delivery and financial success. Collaborate with teams to solve challenges and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, driving infras...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager - Heavy Civil/DOT
$90K - $110K *
Champion project success by managing performance, schedules, and financials. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe execution and effective problem-solving while maintaining strong relationships with s...
3 weeks ago
Quality Manager - Construction Materials Testing
$88K - $105K *
Lead and manage construction materials testing projects, ensuring quality assurance, client satisfaction, and compliance with standards while overseeing operations and fostering team development for s...
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Senior Director, Construction Consultants
$170K - $215K *
Champion the opening and leadership of a new office while overseeing construction projects, building teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Shape processes and client relationships as a strate...
Reposted 1 week ago
$128K - $193K *
Lead the successful delivery of SAP implementation projects, ensuring client satisfaction and project profitability. Manage resources, timelines, and quality assurance while cultivating strong client...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform program execution by leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, quality, and customer satisfaction. Drive financial health and manage risks throughout the program lifecycle, f...
5 days ago
Electric Vehicle Construction Manager
$100K - $125K *
Join a team that's transforming the EV charging landscape by managing nationwide infrastructure projects. Oversee all phases from planning to execution, ensuring quality and compliance while collabora...
1 week ago
Lead Engineer - Customer Application Engineering
$100K - $120K *
Support commercial engineering efforts by generating proposals, process designs, and managing project tasks. Collaborate with sales teams and vendors to enhance project success across various water tr...
6 days ago
Program Manager - Federal Financial / Regulatory Service
$105K - $150K *
Inspire impactful change by leading complex federal digital services programs. Oversee strategy, execution, and customer relationships while managing multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality te...
Reposted 6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower enterprise initiatives by leading complex projects that drive strategic outcomes, enhance governance, and align cross-functional teams. Utilize your expertise to manage risks, ensure accountab...
1 week ago
Project Manager, OSP Construction & Engineering
$77K - $126K *
Take ownership of managing construction projects, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery while collaborating with vendors and adhering to guidelines. Drive process improvements and maintain comprehensive...
1 week ago
Preconstruction Manager - Pursuit (REMOTE)
$110K - $130K *
Drive success by leading pre-award activities for solar EPC pursuits, ensuring strategic alignment, risk management, and high-quality proposal delivery from RFP receipt to project award, while collabo...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Advance your career by leading complex divestiture initiatives. Drive alignment and manage interdependencies in a transformative environment, ensuring successful execution across varied business funct...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Power Plant Operations Support Manager
$170K - $195K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing global power generation operations. You'll support fleet management, enhance O&M standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across a diverse por...
1 week 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.