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 *

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 - $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

$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

$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

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering geotechnical engineering expertise across diverse projects. Manage a team of engineers, oversee project execution, and engage with clients to ensure successful geotechnic...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $156K *

Join us to lead construction projects, ensuring successful delivery by managing schedules, budgets, and stakeholder relationships. Drive performance and foster collaboration in a dynamic environment f...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex industrial engineering projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations and internal standards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while fostering strong...

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead and develop a team of engineers to support renewable energy projects, ensuring technical excellence and project success from bidding through execution and commissioning while fostering collaborat...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of renewable energy by leading engineering efforts for innovative projects. Drive technical excellence, mentor engineers, and collaborate across functions to deli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead and develop a team of engineers to support renewable energy projects from bidding through execution, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence while fostering collaboration and continuous...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $133K *

Empower engineering projects by providing geotechnical expertise, managing project teams, and interfacing with clients on a variety of projects, ensuring timely deliverables and adherence to budgets i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $135K *

Champion the management of Heavy Civil projects, overseeing teams and contracts while ensuring quality, safety, and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes across dive...

Today

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

$72K - $93K *

Unlock potential by managing design and construction projects at a major airport. Collaborate with stakeholders, oversee schedules, and ensure quality control while enhancing facilities with minimal s...

2 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Launch your career as a Project Manager overseeing all stages of cryogenic carbon capture projects. Lead teams to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery while coordinating technical discipli...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Unlock potential by leading environmental permitting projects, ensuring compliance and strategic guidance for clients. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to navigate regulatory frameworks and de...

Sherbrooke, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Reimagine environmental project management by leading regulatory processes, ensuring compliance, and advising clients on strategic approaches. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impac...

Becancour, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team to lead environmental permitting projects, ensuring compliance and strategic guidance for clients. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to navigate regulatory frameworks and op...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $90K *

Transform project management by leading teams, coordinating schedules, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Engage with clients and stakeholders to drive successful outcomes while fostering staff d...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive diverse civil engineering projects, collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality site plans and construction documents while mentoring junior staff and utilizing advanced engineering softwar...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $140K *

Champion dynamic commercial land development projects, leading full-cycle delivery and fostering collaboration among clients and teams to ensure impactful community design and technical excellence wit...

Reposted 3 weeks 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.