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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$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing statewide environmental programs, overseeing a team of professionals while driving growth and profitability. Engage with clients and agencies to deliver innovative solution...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental projects and client relationships, overseeing technical teams, and driving business development initiatives to enhance client engagement and project success i...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $100K *

Shape the future of environmental projects by leading teams, managing client relationships, and driving business development in the Bangor area. Oversee compliance, permitting, and project execution w...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team optimizing permit operations, managing projects, and engaging with clients while ensuring compliance within the construction permitting landscape for commercial an...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion workplace safety by leading EHS initiatives, conducting audits, and mentoring staff. Collaborate with management and external agencies to enhance health and safety programs, ensuring complian...

2 weeks ago

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

$156K - $198K *

Shape workplace safety as an EHS Manager, enhancing health and safety programs, mentoring teams, and spearheading compliance initiatives across construction projects to foster a culture of safety and...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive proactive safety culture and strategic EHS oversight across utility construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement in safety practices for...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful projects as a Project Manager, overseeing construction efforts and ensuring compliance with safety and budget standards. Lead teams, manage schedules, and engage with stakeholders to a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$106K - $164K *

Drive your career by leading diverse water and wastewater projects from planning to commissioning. Utilize your technical expertise to ensure project success while mentoring junior staff and managing...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $156K *

Lead diverse water and wastewater treatment projects, overseeing planning, design, and construction phases. Utilize technical expertise to ensure project reliability and efficiency while mentoring jun...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $164K *

Lead and manage diverse water/wastewater treatment projects from planning to commissioning. Collaborate with teams, ensure quality, and maintain client relationships while mentoring junior staff and o...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $156K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with teams from planning to commissioning, ensuring efficiency and quality while mentoring junior staff and managing c...

London, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $156K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water and wastewater treatment projects. Lead diverse teams through all project phases, ensuring efficiency and quality while mentoring junior staff and managi...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead project teams in delivering innovative water and wastewater treatment solutions. Oversee all project phases from planning to commissioning, ensuring efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction w...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead project teams in delivering water/wastewater treatment solutions. Manage all phases from planning to commissioning, ensuring efficiency and quality. Mentor junior staff while maintaining client r...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse water and wastewater treatment projects, overseeing all phases from planning to commissioning. Utilize your technical expertise to ensure project success while ment...

Windsor, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse water and wastewater projects, guiding teams from planning through execution. Leverage your technical expertise to ensure project success while mentoring junior sta...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Champion your career by leading diverse water and wastewater projects. Drive project success from planning to commissioning while mentoring teams and ensuring quality and compliance across Southern On...

London, ONHybrid

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading diverse water and wastewater treatment projects. Oversee planning, design, and construction phases while mentoring junior staff and ensuring project efficiency and compl...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead and manage diverse water/wastewater treatment projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success, mentor junior staff, and maintain client relationships while a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage complex environmental projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering client relationships across municipal stormwater and wastewater initiatives in South...

6 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Transform your career by leading multidisciplinary engineering projects across mining and industrial sectors. Drive project success from initiation to close-out while fostering client relationships an...

St. John's, NLIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead municipal wastewater infrastructure projects, managing planning, design, and delivery while coordinating multidisciplinary teams and ensuring quality standards, budgets, and schedules...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the successful delivery of large-scale capital projects, managing all phases from planning to turnover. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project goals are met while maintaining effective...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project delivery by managing scope, budget, and risk for software implementations. Lead client interactions and ensure alignment with stakeholder expectations while meeting quality and proces...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.