Project Manager, Environmental Jobs

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.

What Environmental Project Managers Do

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.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

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.

Explore Senior Environmental Project Management Roles

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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$69K - $138K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing projects effectively, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive results, mitigate risks, and enhance proj...

Baltimore, MDRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead strategies to drive environmental due diligence growth, manage key client relationships, oversee project execution, and ensure delivery of high-quality results through effective team leadership a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$144K - $211K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Industrial Controls workstreams, ensuring seamless execution of NPI programs. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative automation solutions on time and within...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and implement secure, scalable network solutions. Leverage your expertise in networking technologies to enhance performance and reliability while collaborating with cross-fun...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading complex projects within a dynamic ePMO, driving cross-functional alignment, and ensuring timely execution while communicating effectively with senior leadership to foster t...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of renewable energy by managing contracts for innovative projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance while driving efficiency and mitigat...

Redwood City, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of utility substation engineering by developing a high-performing team, driving business growth, and delivering integrated solutions for electric utility clients...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$86K - $129K *

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Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $145K *

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Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

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North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $165K *

Lead the charge in strategic facilities management across a national portfolio, ensuring operational excellence and safety. Oversee a team of Regional Facilities Managers while driving maintenance sta...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $160K *

Drive the future of structural engineering by leading complex capital projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring technical excellence across diverse markets, particularly in healthcare. Collaborat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $216K *

Drive business growth in the renewable market by developing innovative client solutions, mentoring teams, and collaborating across departments to meet evolving client needs and market challenges...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$144K - $211K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating contractor efforts across multiple sites to meet performance obje...

West Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Engage with us to lead the proposal development lifecycle, ensuring compliance and quality in federal government submissions. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive success in a dynamic small busines...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in operational readiness and logistics strategies to enhance production efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure seamles...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of product development by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with business goals and quality standards...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $196K *

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United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$79K - $122K *

Transform public infrastructure by leading engineering projects, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance transportation systems and utilities while providin...

Durham, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of the accounting function, managing spend, payables, and reconciliations. Drive process improvements and leverage AI to enhance workflows, ensuring accuracy...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in shaping network infrastructure standards for data centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in design, construction, and acceptance of tel...

Texas, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $170K *

Transform the Energy Storage landscape by driving innovative product solutions and fostering strategic partnerships. Leverage your expertise to identify market opportunities and lead initiatives that...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an environmental project manager do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.