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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$105K - $149K *

Transform complex Consumer-Directed Health implementations for major employers. Lead strategy, execution, and client engagement while serving as a subject-matter expert to ensure operational excellenc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive financial governance by tracking budgets, analyzing variances, and generating reports in a federal mission environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $86K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building strong donor relationships and implementing effective fundraising strategies. You'll manage a portfolio of prospects, engage with diverse stakeholders, and dri...

Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$114K - $132K *

Pioneer strategic fundraising initiatives that cultivate donor relationships and secure six and seven-figure gifts. Collaborate across teams to enhance organizational impact and utilize donor insights...

Massachusetts, USRemote

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

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team dedicated to providing advanced water treatment solutions. Leverage your technical sales expertise and relationship-building skills to drive revenue and foster str...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $113K *

Contribute to project success by managing cost and schedule for plant outages. Collaborate with project teams to analyze budgets, track progress, and ensure timely reporting, all while adhering to pro...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $222K *

Shape your career by leading clinical project management for global trials. Drive cross-functional collaboration, ensure compliance, and meet project deliverables while fostering effective teamwork an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $170K *

Lead a dedicated team to drive client success across diverse delivery modes, ensuring effective governance and coordination. Drive business development within a portfolio, nurturing critical client re...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $175K *

Engineer your career with a Senior Software Safety Engineer role focused on developing safety-critical autonomous systems. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to enhance software safety process...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $200K *

Drive growth in our Site Investigation and Remediation practice by leveraging your extensive environmental expertise, leading complex projects, and cultivating strategic client relationships across Ca...

San Jose, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $200K *

Transform the environmental consulting landscape by leading site investigation and remediation efforts. Drive business growth, cultivate client relationships, and mentor emerging professionals while o...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $140K *

Advance your career by implementing and enhancing health and safety programs across the West Coast. Collaborate with leaders and teams to ensure compliance, conduct audits, and foster a culture of saf...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing safety across multiple facilities. Lead initiatives, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement in safety performance while collaborating with divers...

Meadowbrook, WVRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $180K *

Partner with us to manage project delivery and financial activities, ensuring success within timelines and budgets. Leverage your project management expertise to drive collaboration and streamline ope...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$115K - $138K *

Pioneer innovative construction solutions by managing multiple projects, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and timely completion while collaborating with contractors and internal teams to achieve de...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $130K *

Champion innovative electrical engineering solutions while leading project teams in the design and optimization of power systems. Collaborate with clients across diverse sectors, ensuring technical ex...

Rm Of Sherwood, SKRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Optimize eDiscovery project management by driving workflows, ensuring quality, and meeting litigation requests. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and maintain stakeholder communication for s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of utility-scale solar projects by leading electrical operations, ensuring quality installations, and fostering strong team collaboration while managing contractor activities and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $215K *

Lead the charge in transforming supply chain technology strategies, driving innovation and operational excellence across S2P and O2C value streams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance d...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $177K *

Lead the charge in software development across a cross-functional team while ensuring quality and technical excellence. Balance hands-on coding with team leadership to deliver high-value applications...

Ohio, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Champion healthcare project delivery by managing design and construction lifecycles, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and budget standards while fostering collaboration among stakeholders to...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$108K - $140K *

Transform talent acquisition by leading a dynamic recruiting team, driving data-informed strategies, and enhancing candidate experiences to meet organizational growth and workforce needs...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $185K *

Lead the strategy and development of innovative analytics and AI solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform complex healthcare data into actionable insights that drive measurabl...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$221K - $270K *

Pioneer global maintenance excellence by standardizing cost management and scheduling across manufacturing sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance asset reliability and drive efficie...

Austin, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $120K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality execution across flagship accounts, and driving operational efficiency through strategic oversight and collaborat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.