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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$80K - $95K *

Manage and deliver multi-discipline projects, ensuring alignment across teams and stakeholders. Utilize project management methodologies to drive results within scope, schedule, and budget while foste...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $160K *

Drive impactful environmental solutions as a leader in site assessment & remediation. Oversee a skilled team, foster client relationships, and shape strategic direction while ensuring project success...

Nanaimo, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $160K *

Shape the future of environmental consulting by leading a dynamic team in site assessment and remediation. Drive innovation, foster client relationships, and ensure project success while mentoring the...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in permitting and stakeholder engagement for a multi-billion-dollar GMP manufacturing program, ensuring compliance and strategic communication with regulatory bodies and the community...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing an engineering consulting office, overseeing project execution, employee utilization, and client relations while ensuring quality control and business development aligned w...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$64K - $96K *

Elevate your career by leading project communications for street and drainage initiatives. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, manage outreach efforts, and ensure timely updates throughout project...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $100K *

Advance your career by overseeing environmental compliance across multiple manufacturing sites. Lead initiatives to ensure adherence to regulations, enhance training programs, and drive continuous imp...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Lead the successful delivery of municipal water and wastewater projects, managing all phases from planning to closeout. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure quality, cost control, and timely e...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $130K *

Champion project success by managing large-scale capital design and construction projects in higher education and municipal sectors. Oversee planning, design, procurement, and construction phases to e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse distribution projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance system reliability and safety. Drive strategic plann...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead complex water and wastewater construction projects, ensuring successful execution and coordination between diverse teams. Engage in project design reviews and oversee all phases of construction a...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in pipeline and facilities projects. Leverage your expertise to manage complex midstream initiatives, ensuring compliance and delivering value from concept throug...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $135K *

Champion project delivery from concept to completion; manage timelines, budgets, and communication with stakeholders to ensure successful execution of engineering projects with external customers...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success through effective management and collaboration. Oversee design projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality, adherence to budgets, and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing Healthcare projects, delivering strategic real estate planning and construction excellence. Collaborate with clients and teams to exceed expectations and drive successful p...

Reposted today

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

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of multi-family residential construction by leading project execution, ensuring quality and safety compliance, and fostering collaboration among teams. Drive innovative solutions and...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative land development projects by leading design, permitting, and client management efforts. Collaborate with industry leaders to drive growth and deliver exceptional results across div...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $107K *

Manage complex remediation projects by collaborating with a skilled team to ensure regulatory compliance and safety while delivering high-quality consulting services to clients across diverse contamin...

Terrace, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project management by coordinating schedules, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with specifications. Collaborate with teams to meet objectives efficiently while maintaining organ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $125K *

Lead high-profile environmental projects, manage permitting processes, and mentor staff while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful soluti...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead project development initiatives in renewable and thermal energy, driving utility-scale projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure su...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing utility-scale project development initiatives across renewable and thermal portfolios, ensuring successful execution from inception to COD while engaging stakeholders and n...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex international nuclear projects. Support the elimination of sensitive materials and infrastructure while collaborating with federal partners to develop...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to environmental excellence, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while managing environmental programs. Collaborate with operations to enhance sustainab...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Manage diverse construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and profitability while fostering strong client relationships and effective communication with all stakeholders...

Reposted today

  •   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.