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.
Sr Advanced Master Scheduler - PPM / EVM Specialist
$130K - $140K *
Lead the charge in advanced program performance management, overseeing cost and schedule development for high-value engineering programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal execution and analysi...
Today
$155K - $185K *
Elevate your career by driving growth within enterprise accounts. Utilize a consultative approach to uncover opportunities, engage stakeholders, and close deals, all while collaborating with a dynamic...
5 days ago
$74K - $125K *
Drive modernization efforts by managing the operating system for a federal agency's data and analytics platform. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective delivery, risk management, and adherence t...
3 weeks ago
Advanced Specialist, Project Management
$125K - $135K *
Lead the charge in driving strategic project delivery across multiple squads, ensuring alignment with business priorities and effective communication among stakeholders. Utilize program management exp...
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Business Operations Project Manager
$100K - $120K *
Drive customer success by managing complex onboarding projects, ensuring alignment across teams, and delivering high-quality implementations. This role is pivotal in creating structured processes in a...
4 weeks ago
$138K - $173K *
Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality software delivery. Lead and mentor a team of engineers while optimizing processes and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous impro...
3 weeks ago
T&D Construction Manager - Grid
$118K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team as a senior electrical engineer, providing technical leadership in substation design and commissioning. Leverage your expertise to ensure project success through collaboration, ove...
4 days ago
Manager, Security Design & Delivery
$170K - $200K *
Champion the security design and delivery for hyperscale projects, ensuring comprehensive protection through physical and electronic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish stand...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$225K - $265K *
Lead and mentor a diverse team of backend engineers in EDR remediation, transforming insights into actionable product capabilities while managing scope and fostering collaboration across engineering t...
1 week ago
Associate Director, Scheduling- Civil Infrastructure Construction
$175K - $220K *
Join a team that's shaping infrastructure projects through expert scheduling leadership. Your strategic planning and risk management skills will optimize resource use and ensure timely delivery in a c...
Reposted 1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the execution of VDC deliverables, ensuring quality standards while coordinating across various project phases. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows and deliver optimal results in BIM, con...
Reposted 1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Shape the future of affordable housing by managing LIHTC transactions from underwriting to closing. Collaborate with developers and investors to ensure timely execution and sound investment recommenda...
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Microelectronics Ultrapure Water (UPW) Senior Process Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Drive innovative ultrapure water treatment solutions as a key technical leader, collaborating with customers to optimize system design and operation while ensuring compliance with industry standards a...
6 days ago
Microelectronics Ultrapure Water (UPW) Senior Process Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining ultrapure water treatment solutions. As a key technical leader, you'll leverage your expertise to design and optimize systems for the microelectronics industry, ensuring...
6 days ago
Manager of Product Engineering
$132K - $165K *
Drive the development and enhancement of innovative products and platforms, leading a dynamic engineering team to deliver secure, scalable solutions while fostering collaboration and technical excelle...
4 days ago
Commissioning Project Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Pioneer innovative commissioning processes while collaborating with diverse teams. Oversee project execution, ensuring compliance with ASHRAE, CSA, and LEED standards. Drive technical excellence acros...
2 weeks ago
Critical Environment Ops Supervisor
$107K - $125K *
Lead the charge in ensuring 24/7 reliability of critical infrastructure systems. Oversee operations, maintenance, and team development in mission-critical environments, driving efficiency and client s...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Project Manager - Supply Chain (Remote with Heavy Travel)
$126K - $190K *
Drive large-scale supply chain projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes and enhance operational...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$140K - $185K *
Elevate project success by leading commissioning efforts, managing field teams, and ensuring timely execution of complex projects. Utilize advanced decision-making and client interaction skills to dri...
1 week ago
$147K - $175K *
Lead the charge in utility and power substation projects, leveraging your expertise to manage technical, financial, and scheduling aspects while mentoring a team and building client relationships in a...
5 days ago
Deputy Program Manager / PMO Lead (Senior)
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading PMO operations for a complex federal IT program. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely execution, effective risk management, and compliance, while maintaining sche...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform field operations into effective learning solutions by bridging instructional design and hands-on training. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify performance gaps and develop competency-b...
2 days ago
Protection and Controls Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Contribute to innovative energy solutions by leading electrical design projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring high-quality standards in protection and controls engineering. Collaborate with teams...
4 days ago
Microsoft Senior Manager - PMO
$120K - $145K *
Lead and develop a high-performing project coordination team, ensuring effective project delivery and governance. Collaborate with PMO leadership to enhance operational efficiency while balancing hand...
Yesterday
Mechanical Engineering Manager Energy - Remote
$119K - $199K *
Drive the design and development of mechanical systems for nuclear projects. Lead a team of engineers, manage performance, and interface with senior management to ensure project success and alignment...
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.