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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$125K - $188K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative facility management solutions for P3 projects, ensuring optimal efficiency and cost-effectiveness while managing complex project lifecycles from inception to f...

Arlington Heights, ILRemote

Yesterday

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

$154K - $278K *

Lead transformative energy projects by evaluating technologies, managing risks, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Help clients navigate the complexities of financial transactions and achiev...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $130K *

Advance your career by developing and reviewing groundwater models for diverse projects. Collaborate with experts, mentor junior staff, and enhance ITASCA's hydrogeology practice while tackling comple...

Denver, CORemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of pricing strategy by leading deal governance and commercial frameworks. Collaborate across teams to enhance pricing effectiveness and support ARR growth while guiding complex deal s...

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5 days ago

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

$135K - $165K *

Empower project success by managing cost control and planning for critical infrastructure projects. Utilize expertise to lead negotiations, provide estimates, and enhance value management across large...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional cost management services for large-scale construction projects. Leverage your expertise in a client-facing role, ensuring project objectives are...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$128K - $254K *

Transform clinical trial management by leading complex Phase I–IV studies, ensuring alignment with client expectations while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to achieve project s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $383K *

Join us to lead the contracts function in a dynamic Federal contracting environment. Oversee a team of 20+ professionals, develop strategies, and negotiate complex contracts while fostering strong rel...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $175K *

Unlock your potential by leading strategic business development initiatives, fostering client relationships, and driving growth in the architecture and engineering sectors. Collaborate with multidisci...

Minnesota, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $300K *

Pioneer new sales initiatives by building a pipeline and engaging with diverse industrial clients. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to deliver comprehensive energy solutions while shaping th...

Hiawatha, IARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic team of software engineers to enhance data import systems, ensuring efficient document processing and integration. Drive technical direction, improve engineering practices, and foster a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $160K *

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United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Champion client success by leading complex implementations, managing risks, and ensuring operational readiness. Collaborate with executive stakeholders to deliver projects on time while maintaining hi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $118K *

Join our team to drive business development in Project Services, expand client relationships, and enhance service delivery. Collaborate across functions to improve customer satisfaction and achieve re...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive project success by managing performance, schedules, and financials while collaborating with teams to solve challenges and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders. Elevate your career in...

Huntsville, ALRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Elevate project success by managing costs, schedules, and relationships. Collaborate with teams to solve challenges and ensure timely execution of heavy civil and infrastructure projects while maintai...

Fort Wayne, INRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Deliver impactful results by managing project performance, schedules, and financials. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety and efficiency while navigating challenges in heavy civil and infrastructu...

New Orleans, LARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful infrastructure projects by managing performance, schedules, and financials while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and solving chal...

Wichita, KSRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of project performance by managing costs, schedules, and relationships. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe execution and timely delivery of heavy civil and infrastructure projects wh...

Greensboro, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing project performance, ensuring timely execution, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. Drive financial tracking and problem-solving to deliver successful inf...

Aurora, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Manage the feasibility study process by adapting surveys, ensuring quality checks, and monitoring site engagement. Collaborate with teams to execute strategies and maintain effective communication thr...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $200K *

Manage the campaign calendar and ensure timely launches by transforming customer requests into actionable specs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain project alignment and drive success...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing Fleetio's connected-vehicle data strategy and product line from the ground up. Drive innovative data solutions, partnerships, and user experiences that enhance fleet oper...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead strategic product initiatives in advanced surgical technologies, driving development and commercialization efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance orthopedic outcomes and proc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.