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 impactful water/wastewater projects by managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships while mentoring junior staff and ensuring high-quality design solutions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career as a Senior Project Manager, leading municipal water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage budgets, and ensure quality deliverables while fostering client...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative water/wastewater projects by managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships while mentoring junior staff and ensuring high-quality design solutions in a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful municipal water/wastewater projects by managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality designs and solutions while mentoring juni...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$113K - $189K *

Champion the future of environmental projects by managing client portfolios, developing strategies, and mentoring staff. Engage in diverse tasks from proposal preparation to regulatory interpretation...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful environmental projects by managing client portfolios, developing strategies, and mentoring staff. Collaborate in a hybrid work environment to enhance contamination assessment and remed...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading complex projects in advanced nuclear technology. Drive cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while contributing to innovative reactor development...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive major construction and engineering projects by managing scope, schedules, and budgets. Collaborate with teams to resolve design issues and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $165K *

Lead the charge in community development projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior engineers in a dynamic, hybrid work environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $125K *

Deliver impactful project management by leading multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution of industrial projects while fostering strong client relationships and maintain...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engage in strategic leadership to advance EHS excellence across nuclear projects. Drive compliance, operational performance, and continuous improvement while fostering a strong safety culture that pro...

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

$84K - $108K *

Manage all phases of engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within budget. Oversee resource allocation, project scheduling, and client communication while leading safety initiatives and qual...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $108K *

Champion project success by managing engineering initiatives from inception to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while navigating op...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering complex projects on time and within budget. Lead project execution, foster collaboration, and ensure client satisfaction while managing multiple stakeholders...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the successful delivery of complex projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget. Collaborate with teams, manage client relationships, and drive project execution from initiation...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $220K *

Transform national security through innovative AI infrastructure. Lead as a technical advisor, overseeing project management and compliance for a cutting-edge datacenter, ensuring alignment with feder...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional architectural projects. Oversee project financial performance, manage teams, and ensure effective communication from inception to completion whil...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive success in major IT programs by leading planning, execution, and resource management. Collaborate with teams to ensure technical milestones and budgets are met, while fostering innovation and st...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $167K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality construction projects. Oversee project management, safety protocols, and subcontractor coordination while ensuring timely completion and budget...

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading complex FERC-regulated projects, providing strategic guidance, and mentoring teams. Drive business growth while delivering high-quality environmental documents and foste...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform environmental permitting by leading FERC projects, guiding teams, and fostering client relationships. Drive growth in energy infrastructure while ensuring compliance with regulations and del...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex FERC-regulated projects, providing strategic guidance, and fostering client relationships while mentoring teams to deliver high-quality environmental documents and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion the growth of our ecological practice by leading FERC-regulated projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and fostering client relationships while delivering high-quality environmental docu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Manage and oversee small to medium EPC/service projects, ensuring successful execution across performance, quality, and client satisfaction while leading multi-discipline teams and coordinating projec...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff throughout the project lifecycle...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.