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.
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.
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.
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.
Environmental GIS and Data Manager
$88K - $154K *
Join a team that's dedicated to environmental solutions by leveraging GIS and data management skills. Collaborate with experts to support site assessments, remediation, and federal projects while ensu...
4 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager - NEPA/Phase I
$150K - $200K *
Empower your career by leading multidisciplinary teams in transportation projects, managing Phase I engineering and NEPA studies, and fostering client relationships while ensuring compliance with stat...
3 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager - NEPA/Phase I
$150K - $200K *
Transform transportation projects by leading multidisciplinary teams through NEPA and Phase I studies, ensuring compliance and stakeholder engagement while delivering innovative solutions that meet ag...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Champion the successful delivery of commercial real-estate projects, overseeing all phases from initiation to completion. Build strong client relationships and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Deliver comprehensive project management from planning to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to budget and schedule. Act as the primary liaison among stakeholders, facilitating eff...
1 week ago
Project Manager - Transmission Projects
$116K - $155K *
Lead impactful transmission projects, ensuring strategic direction, compliance, and client satisfaction. Foster relationships while managing project lifecycles from concept through construction to sup...
Reposted 4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion exceptional project delivery by leading cross-functional teams, enhancing customer satisfaction, and driving operational excellence to achieve business goals and improve processes...
Reposted 2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential as you lead a dynamic electrical team, managing diverse projects across sectors. Collaborate with clients and drive innovation in a supportive environment, shaping the future of...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform the electrical engineering landscape by leading a dynamic team, managing diverse projects, and fostering client relationships in a collaborative environment. Drive innovation and excellence...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing diverse construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while collaborating with teams and stakeholders to achieve projec...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality construction projects. Oversee all phases from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating with v...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager/ Senior Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Partner with us to lead and manage multiple projects, ensuring successful execution through effective oversight, collaboration, and problem-solving across all project phases from initiation to close-o...
1 week ago
$150K - $225K *
Unlock potential by leading high-impact projects in defense and national security. Drive contract performance, manage diverse teams, and ensure mission success in dynamic environments, both CONUS and...
1 week ago
$98K - $110K *
Lead a dynamic team to deliver high-quality aerospace hardware and systems. Oversee project management, mentor staff, and ensure effective collaboration across disciplines while managing risks and mai...
2 weeks ago
$118K *
Shape innovative solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and drive efficiency. This role requires strategic thinking and a proactive approach to problem-solving in...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive successful industrial real estate projects from entitlement to lease-up. Oversee budgets, schedules, and stakeholder coordination while ensuring alignment with operational standards and local ma...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Support and manage industrial real estate development projects from entitlement to lease-up, ensuring alignment with design and operational standards while coordinating with teams and consultants to d...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead large-scale, high-risk projects, ensuring successful delivery through effective planning, budgeting, and team management while navigating complex regulatory environments and stakeholder interacti...
Today
Project Manager, Implementations
$95K - $115K *
Transform project delivery by leading cross-functional teams to implement software solutions. Drive project success through effective communication, planning, and stakeholder engagement in a dynamic...
1 week ago
Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$146K - $244K *
Transform water and wastewater projects by managing all phases from planning to construction. Build strong client relationships and lead a team in a dynamic environment, ensuring projects meet budget...
Reposted yesterday
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in managing capital projects for Sulfuric Acid Regeneration Units, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance from inception to closeout while collaborating with cross-functional team...
1 week ago
Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
$121K - $203K *
Lead the charge in water and wastewater projects, managing design delivery and multidisciplinary teams. Engage stakeholders to ensure project success and support essential community infrastructure imp...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager - Energy
$108K - $130K *
Lead the future of environmental planning for energy projects, managing teams and ensuring compliance with CEQA and NEPA regulations. Drive business development while overseeing project execution and...
Reposted today
Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager - Energy
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of energy projects by leading environmental planning efforts, managing complex projects, and driving business development. Collaborate with experts to ensure compliance with regulatio...
2 days ago
Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager - Energy
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of energy projects by leading environmental planning and compliance efforts. Collaborate with experts to manage complex projects, ensuring adherence to regulation...
3 days ago
What does an environmental project manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.