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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative ICT solutions for Data Center projects. Oversee a skilled team, manage complex assignments, and develop tailored strategies to meet client needs in a dynamic...

Arlington, VARemote

Today

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

$120K - $185K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive infrastructure remediation programs, improving performance and reliability across AI and hyperscale data center environments. Collaborate with engineering and oper...

British Columbia, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping global procurement strategy for data centers. Leverage your analytical skills to drive initiatives, support leadership, and enhance procurement processes in a fast-paced, hi...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining project management in nuclear services. Lead complex projects, tackle emergent customer needs, and leverage your nuclear expertise to drive success while ensuring complia...

Wilmington, NCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead and inspire a dynamic team in delivering high-quality Pega projects. Oversee project execution, foster continuous improvement, and ensure alignment with business goals while mentoring team member...

Tempe, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform project execution by leading facility capital improvements, ensuring compliance, and minimizing disruption. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to manage budgets, schedules, and quality co...

Cary, NCRemote

4 days ago

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

$80K - $155K *

Champion the execution of complex business initiatives by leading cross-functional projects, mentoring teams, and driving data-informed decisions to ensure alignment with organizational goals and prom...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $166K *

Take ownership of air quality projects, leading permitting and compliance efforts for diverse industries. Utilize your expertise in regulatory strategy and modeling to enhance client relationships and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $195K *

Lead the charge in global regulatory submissions, managing U.S. INDs and ex-U.S. CTAs. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop strategies, ensure compliance, and drive timely approvals in a fast-pac...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at a global scale by driving growth and strategic direction for major technology clients. Lead multi-disciplinary teams, enhance client relationships, and deliver innovative soluti...

Seattle, WARemote

6 days ago

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

$75K - $120K *

Champion client relationships and drive sales growth by leveraging your expertise in HVAC services. Collaborate with teams to enhance account strategies and deliver tailored solutions that meet client...

Modesto, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic sourcing for MRO and renewable energy projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier performance, optimize costs, and ensure material avail...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$86K - $115K *

Transform complex challenges into structured solutions by leading cross-functional initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance project delivery, drive process improvements, and ensure align...

RemoteRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex power and energy projects, ensuring successful delivery and stakeholder engagement while managing budgets, risks, and multi-disciplinary teams for high-impact initi...

Freeport, MERemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $87K *

Unlock potential by leveraging engineering expertise to analyze, design, and deliver innovative solutions for diverse civil projects, collaborating across disciplines to meet client needs and regulato...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $87K *

Launch your engineering career by contributing to innovative civil projects, utilizing advanced software, and collaborating across disciplines to shape the future built environment while adhering to r...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $150K *

Drive revenue growth by acquiring new business and managing key accounts, leveraging relationship-building, lead generation, and strategic selling in a fast-paced environment to redefine contractor ri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $127K *

Lead the proposal development process for multi-million-dollar contracts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver competitive solutions. Drive business growth by managing customer relatio...

Ohio, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$103K - $173K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing Process Assurance team, ensuring robust risk and compliance management across operations. Drive accountability and enhance controls through strategic part...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Explore your career by building strategic partnerships in the life sciences sector. Drive account growth, develop client relationships, and connect with key stakeholders to enhance business opportunit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative data center projects, managing design teams, and ensuring high-quality delivery for global clients. This role offers flexibility and the chance to collaborate...

Phoenix, AZRemote

5 days ago

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

$95K - $130K *

Join us in leading on-site installation activities for complex projects. As a key liaison, you'll ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence while coordinating with diverse stakeholders to drive s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $285K *

Drive the development of HPC supply chain frameworks for market intelligence and risk management. Collaborate with sourcing teams to analyze market trends, manage costs, and enhance supplier relations...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $108K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to deliver innovative electrical solutions. Collaborate on complex projects, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with industry standards while driving quality an...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading project sales in the power and data center sectors. Engage with key stakeholders, influence specifications, and drive profitable growth through strategic account manag...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.