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.
$120K - $150K *
Accelerate progress at a large-scale automation project as the executive leader driving end-to-end delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, and quality align with customer expectations and business objecti...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Environmental Senior Account Manager - Maryland
$85K - $110K *
Own profitable growth and customer relationships in the Mid-Atlantic region. Develop new business, retain existing accounts, and connect clients with environmental analytical services to support compl...
1 week ago
Strategic Program Manager, PMO
$114K - $143K *
Drive operational excellence by leading complex PMO initiatives, enhancing governance, and implementing AI-driven methodologies. Collaborate cross-functionally to transform processes and elevate organ...
3 weeks ago
Senior Business Development Manager
$145K - $165K *
Advance your career by driving commercial growth in the Chemical Process Industry. Lead sales and account management, build client relationships, and influence strategic business goals while working r...
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Regional Safety, Health and Environmental Manager I
$74K - $102K *
Advance safety initiatives by overseeing compliance, training, and performance across multiple locations. Collaborate with managers to enhance safety protocols and drive organizational improvement thr...
4 weeks ago
Deputy Design Manager I, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
$95K - $115K *
Drive project success by supporting design management for data center projects. Collaborate across disciplines, manage documentation, and enhance communication to ensure timely delivery and client sat...
3 weeks ago
Deputy Design Manager I, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
$95K - $115K *
Drive your career with a dynamic role supporting data center projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with global teams, enhance project coordination, and grow into a leadership position while...
3 weeks ago
Deputy Design Manager I, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
$95K - $115K *
Drive the success of complex data center projects by supporting design managers in coordination, documentation, and delivery. Collaborate with global teams, enhance project management skills, and cont...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive innovative energy solutions by developing Energy Conservation Measures and Facility Improvements. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success through effective communication, analysis, and...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver results on time while effectively co...
3 weeks ago
Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Hydropower
$130K - $180K *
Lead innovative geotechnical engineering projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions for transportation, hydroelectric, and civil infrastructure. Drive design, analysis...
1 week ago
Sr. Account Manager, Industrial Water, NA
$120K - $140K *
Shape the future of industrial water solutions by driving sales growth, managing key accounts, and fostering enduring partnerships with customers and teams to enhance sustainable business outcomes and...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Manager Environmental Health and Safety COE Leader
$118K - $157K *
Lead the charge in enhancing EHS programs across operations, driving a culture of safety and compliance. Collaborate with site leaders to ensure regulatory adherence and continuous improvement, while...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize proposal strategies and lead medium to large-scale submissions, collaborating with teams to enhance win rates. Drive quality through reviews and data analysis while mentoring junior members a...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager (Remote Opportunity)
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to lead Agile software development for federal healthcare modernization. Oversee project lifecycles, ensuring alignment with objectives and budgets while collaborating with cross-f...
3 weeks ago
Transmission & Structural Project Manager
$125K - $150K *
Drive impactful projects in electric utility by managing engineering design, client coordination, and business development. Leverage your expertise to enhance project scope, budget, and schedule while...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower client success by managing onboarding and project delivery, ensuring clients realize software value. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive adoption, satisfaction, and long-term relationships...
3 weeks ago
Land Services Environmental Group Manager
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing a multidisciplinary environmental team, driving business development and technical oversight for energy infrastructure projects while ensuring compliance and fostering clie...
1 week ago
Senior Project Manager Full Time (Remote)
$95K - $115K *
Oversee complex client implementations by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope, while driving alignment and managing risks to enhance the client onb...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Manager, Facility Management (Americas)
$123K - $164K *
Shape the future of facility management by leading a $59M portfolio across North America and LATAM. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, optimize budgets, and enhance service...
Reposted today
$125K - $187K *
Transform energy efficiency initiatives by leading a skilled engineering team. Drive project execution, mentor talent, and enhance program delivery across multiple states, ensuring impactful cost savi...
1 week ago
Microelectronics Ultrapure Water (UPW) Senior Process Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team as a Process Engineer, leveraging your expertise to design and optimize ultrapure water treatment systems for the microelectronics industry, ensuring project success through innova...
6 days ago
Principal Archaeologist- Principal Investigator
$100K - $131K *
Join a team that's redefining cultural resource management by leading complex projects, mentoring staff, and driving business growth while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and delivering h...
4 weeks ago
Commissioning Senior Project Manager
$120K - $160K *
Engineer the future of critical facility commissioning by leading project teams, managing schedules, and ensuring compliance with design and safety standards. Drive successful project execution throug...
1 week ago
Senior Engineer - Water Structures
$160K - $200K *
Contribute to the design and analysis of vital water infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to deliver...
2 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.