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 and grow Federal environmental restoration programs, ensuring project success through strategic oversight, risk management, and client relationship building across multidisciplinary teams and com...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Manager, leading complex, cross-functional projects. Oversee multiple initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while mentoring team members and enh...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $156K *

Lead the charge in project management excellence by overseeing complex construction endeavors, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and optimal financial performance while fostering strong cli...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform project execution by managing complex engineering initiatives, ensuring timely completion within budget and scope. Lead teams, resolve operational challenges, and maintain client satisfactio...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $150K *

Drive pre-construction management and client relationships to ensure project success. Oversee budgeting, scheduling, and compliance while collaborating with superintendents to deliver high-quality res...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion land development projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with municipal standards, and managing client relationships from concept to construction, while promoting sus...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Develop and manage comprehensive safety programs for large-scale projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a strong safety culture. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and main...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $225K *

Champion project success by managing scope, budget, and quality while leading a dedicated team through all phases of project execution. Drive profitability and ensure adherence to project requirements...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $225K *

Oversee project execution by managing scope, budget, and quality while leading a dedicated team through all phases of the project lifecycle to ensure successful delivery and profitability...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $225K *

Engage in complex federal construction projects, overseeing planning, execution, and closeout phases. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success while managing scope, budget, and quality...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-impact municipal projects while nurturing client relationships and ensuring project success through effective team coordination and expert guidance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $175K *

Collaborate with us to manage diverse civil and environmental projects, enhancing client relationships and mentoring staff while driving growth in stormwater and solid waste management initiatives...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $155K *

Drive impactful municipal infrastructure projects from planning to construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets and schedules, and serve as a trusted partner to clients, ensu...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project delivery by managing civil engineering and construction initiatives across Eastern Ontario, Quebec, and the Atlantic provinces, ensuring compliance, quality, and stakeholder satisfacti...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse infrastructure projects, driving business development, and ensuring successful project delivery while mentoring teams and fostering client relationships...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the execution of complex industrial projects, ensuring budget, schedule, and quality are met. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients to drive accountability and success from preconst...

4 weeks ago

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

$125K - $175K *

Join a team that's focused on managing diverse civil and environmental projects. You'll enhance client relationships, mentor staff, and provide technical expertise while driving project profitability...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform environmental challenges into opportunities by managing diverse projects, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive innovative solutions while enhancing client relations...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovative environmental solutions by managing projects, conducting analyses, overseeing teams, and engaging clients while ensuring rigorous adherence to regulations and budgets, promoting re...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead and oversee land development projects, ensuring quality and compliance from concept to construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and promote sustainable...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $110K *

Drive success by managing engineering projects, cultivating client relationships, and leading business development efforts. Leverage your expertise to ensure project performance and deliver innovative...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Manage environmental investigation and remediation projects, delivering technical excellence and overseeing field investigations. Develop project management skills while interacting with clients and l...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform environmental projects by leading investigations and remediation efforts. Manage teams, deliver technical excellence, and engage with clients on diverse projects while enhancing your project...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex healthcare construction projects, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and compliance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care while managi...

Reposted today

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful public-sector construction projects by managing scope, schedule, and budget while fostering strong client relationships and ensuring quality delivery from inception to closeout...

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1 week ago

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

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.