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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$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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing electrical construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and safety compliance while fostering a high-performing team and strong client relationships...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Deliver exceptional results by leading electrical construction projects from inception to completion. Foster a culture of safety, manage risks, and ensure quality while building strong relationships w...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic environmental team, managing diverse projects, and driving business growth while ensuring exceptional client service and regulatory compliance in a collaborative...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $180K *

Shape the future of water utility projects by leading teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Utilize your expertise to manage budgets, schedules, and client relationships while ensuring project succ...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Inspire project success by leading ultrasonic cleaning initiatives, ensuring safety compliance, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships while guiding a dedicated team to achieve operation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Join our team to lead and manage ultrasonic cleaning projects, ensuring safety and compliance while driving profitability. You'll be the primary contact for clients, guiding a dedicated team to achiev...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Manage and lead ultrasonic cleaning projects, ensuring safety and compliance while driving profitability. Serve as the primary customer contact, overseeing project execution and team performance to me...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of diverse EV charging and energy infrastructure projects, managing all phases from initiation to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure timely execution while...

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

$80K - $95K *

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing EV charging and energy infrastructure initiatives from inception to completion. Collaborate with clients, coordinate teams, and ensure timely execution while maintain...

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform project execution by managing EV charging and energy infrastructure projects from inception to completion, ensuring seamless coordination and client satisfaction while driving operational ef...

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

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic team to manage diverse EV charging and energy projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders, ensuring timely execution and high-quality service whil...

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

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of diverse EV charging and energy infrastructure projects, managing all phases from initiation to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful execution wh...

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Manager, leading multi-disciplinary projects and driving business development while ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction in a collaborative env...

Whitehorse, YTIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Explore opportunities to lead growth and client engagement in the Water/Wastewater sector. Drive geotechnical project execution and enhance client experiences across Northeast Texas, collaborating wit...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of environmental compliance and management for major projects, fostering stewardship and ensuring adherence to regulations while leading a team in ecological monitoring and stakeholder...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$65K - $100K *

Engage in the management of HVAC and control system installations, leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant project execution while maintaining strong client relationships...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading project management efforts for critical defense operations. Drive technical, cost, and schedule performance while ensuring compliance and fostering team collaboration in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by leading diverse engineering initiatives, mentoring junior staff, and leveraging technical expertise in a dynamic environment. Shape your career while ensuring projects are exe...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead impactful natural resources projects, ensuring compliance and excellence from inception to delivery. Collaborate with teams and clients to promote sustainable practices while managing timelines...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping sustainable water infrastructure projects. Lead multidisciplinary design efforts, manage client relationships, and ensure successful delivery of complex municipal projects a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Champion project excellence by leading multifaceted engineering design initiatives, managing resources, and driving business development in a collaborative environment to ensure successful project del...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading complex engineering design projects while driving business development and mentoring your team. Engage with clients and enhance collaborations across various stages of...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to lead complex civil engineering projects, enhance client relationships, and drive business development. Utilize your extensive design and management experience to mentor staff and ensu...

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  •   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.