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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Lead the charge in managing complex projects within the water division, overseeing costs, scheduling, and team development while ensuring quality and safety standards are met throughout the project li...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's focused on innovative electrical engineering solutions. As a key leader, you’ll drive projects from concept to completion, ensuring excellence in design, compliance, and communicati...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $125K *

Optimize project execution by leading teams, managing budgets, and ensuring quality standards. Engage stakeholders to meet customer demands while driving continuous improvement in a dynamic manufactur...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Contribute to high-profile architectural projects, engaging in planning, design, and documentation. You'll lead project development, ensure compliance, and promote team collaboration to deliver outsta...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with client expectations and operational standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver pro...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of project management, leading diverse teams in the water division. Oversee project lifecycles, enhance client relationships, and ensure quality and safety standar...

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

$80K - $95K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Empower communities by leading civil engineering projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders to deliver innovative infrastructure solutions while ensuring qu...

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

$100K - $137K *

Lead and oversee environmental compliance programs for a manufacturing facility, ensuring adherence to regulations, managing budgets, and driving continuous improvement initiatives while providing gui...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale construction projects, ensuring exceptional client relationships and team development while achieving profitability targets in the Tucson region...

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by managing underground infrastructure projects from initiation to completion while ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards and regulations. Lead team...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $140K *

Elevate safety standards by leading EHS initiatives on large-scale projects. Identify hazards, implement corrective measures, and engage teams to foster a culture of safety and compliance across all o...

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

$114K - $125K *

Lead the charge in complex manufacturing automation projects, overseeing all phases from concept to production launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure safety, quality...

Milton, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Drive impactful transportation projects by leading design teams, nurturing client relationships, and cultivating staff growth. Leverage 8+ years of experience in civil design to enhance highway and mu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Manage construction projects by collaborating with stakeholders, ensuring compliance, and tracking milestones. Drive effective governance and processes while maintaining project standards and client r...

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead strategic initiatives in environmental operations while optimizing asset performance and ensuring compliance. Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to drive projec...

Terrebonne, QCIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Drive large-scale restoration and construction projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering exceptional service. Collaborate with teams, manage resources, and enhance project manageme...

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

$110K - $130K *

Engage in managing municipal civil infrastructure projects, serving as the primary client liaison. Leverage technical expertise to enhance client relationships and drive business development across No...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of public infrastructure by managing large-scale capital projects. Serve as a trusted advisor, guiding complex initiatives from planning through execution, ensuring alignment with cli...

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

$120K - $135K *

Manage complex projects in refining, chemical, and power generation. Collaborate with top talent, oversee execution, and ensure client satisfaction while working remotely with occasional travel for si...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Execute commissioning project leadership, ensuring quality assurance and testing for high-reliability facilities. Manage schedules, budgets, and foster strong client relationships through collaborativ...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $170K *

Optimize project success by leading comprehensive commissioning efforts across critical facilities, managing all phases from planning to turnover, ensuring compliance, quality, and client satisfaction...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$197K - $241K *

Lead the project management function in a medical device environment, overseeing cross-functional initiatives and a team of project managers to ensure strategic alignment, risk management, and complia...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.