Senior Environmental Planner Jobs

Explore senior environmental planner opportunities that combine environmental expertise, strategic planning, and project leadership. These professionals help organizations and communities assess potential impacts, meet regulatory requirements, and make informed decisions about development, infrastructure, and land use. Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, including senior roles for experienced environmental planners.

What Senior Environmental Planners Do

Senior environmental planners lead or oversee environmental reviews, impact assessments, permitting strategies, and planning studies. They interpret applicable regulations, coordinate technical specialists, consult with agencies and stakeholders, and translate complex findings into clear recommendations. Depending on the employer and project, work may focus on transportation, energy, water, land development, public policy, or natural resource management.

Common Qualifications and Skills

Employers often seek substantial experience in environmental planning, a relevant degree, and a strong understanding of environmental regulations and review processes. Useful capabilities include project management, technical writing, data analysis, public engagement, client communication, and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams. Requirements vary by position; some roles may value professional credentials, specialized permitting knowledge, or experience with environmental assessment tools.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Senior environmental planners may advance into principal planner, program manager, environmental director, or consulting leadership roles. Compensation depends on factors such as location, sector, project complexity, experience, and scope of responsibility. Browse Ladders for vetted senior environmental planner positions with salaries of $100,000 or more and compare opportunities that align with your expertise and career goals.

Find Your Next Senior Environmental Planner Role

Use Ladders to discover professional opportunities where you can shape responsible development and environmental decision-making. Review job requirements carefully, highlight relevant project outcomes in your résumé, and target roles that match your regulatory, planning, and leadership experience.

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$80K - $108K *

Champion strategic facilities planning by leading statewide initiatives, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance infrastructu...

Lakewood, WARemote

6 days ago

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

$135K - $166K *

Take ownership of air quality projects, leading permitting and compliance efforts for diverse industries. Utilize your expertise in regulatory strategy and modeling to enhance client relationships and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $201K *

Design and engineer identity governance solutions to ensure secure access across diverse environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement standards, automate workflows, and maintain...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $245K *

Lead the charge in business development for environmental services, focusing on water and energy sectors. Drive growth, manage client relationships, and mentor junior staff while overseeing project ex...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative remedial systems design solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, providing technical leadership and strategic direction for diverse environmental p...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $152K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$74K - $96K *

Transform cultural resource management by leading diverse projects, ensuring compliance and quality while fostering collaboration. Engage with clients and stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes i...

Pasadena, CARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by supporting large-scale project scheduling efforts. Ensure compliance with corporate standards, enhance project transparency, and drive timely completion while collaborating with...

Hillsboro, ORRemote

5 days ago

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

$92K - $139K *

Elevate your career by leading customer advocacy initiatives that drive engagement and impact. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer relationships and leverage insights for program growth...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$500K+*

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$76K - $98K *

Contribute to innovative civil engineering projects by designing stormwater management systems and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable solutions while ensuring compliance...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K - $111K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $148K *

Transform your career by leading complex projects, managing resources, and ensuring quality deliverables. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive strategic initiatives and maintain client relationship...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $167K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $180K *

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock financial insights and enhance project performance by providing senior-level analysis and operational support in a dynamic engineering consulting environment, collaborating with cross-functiona...

Olathe, KSRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$157K - $283K *

Join a team that's driving growth in Texas transportation design services. Leverage your engineering and management expertise to enhance community projects, lead interdisciplinary teams, and build str...

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2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$97K - $146K *

Lead and inspire field operations for home energy rebate programs, ensuring efficiency and customer satisfaction. Drive team performance, technical oversight, and strategic growth initiatives across M...

Mississippi, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $110K *

Own profitable growth and customer relationships in the Mid-Atlantic region. Develop new business, retain existing accounts, and connect clients with environmental analytical services to support compl...

Maryland, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $86K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building strong donor relationships and implementing effective fundraising strategies. You'll manage a portfolio of prospects, engage with diverse stakeholders, and dri...

Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$114K - $132K *

Pioneer strategic fundraising initiatives that cultivate donor relationships and secure six and seven-figure gifts. Collaborate across teams to enhance organizational impact and utilize donor insights...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $150K *

Empower a safe work environment by leading industrial hygiene projects, ensuring compliance, and fostering team growth. Utilize your expertise to address health and safety issues while mentoring staff...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $110K *

Champion environmental project success by managing scopes, schedules, and budgets. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and clients to deliver high-quality solutions while mentoring junior staff...

Edmonton, ABRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior environmental planner do?question toggle

    A senior environmental planner leads or oversees environmental assessments, impact reviews, permitting, and planning studies. The role typically includes interpreting regulations, coordinating technical teams, engaging stakeholders, and communicating recommendations to decision-makers.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for senior environmental planner jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for a relevant degree, extensive environmental planning experience, knowledge of applicable regulations, and strengths in project management and technical communication. Some positions may prefer specialized credentials or sector-specific experience.

  • Where do senior environmental planners work?question toggle

    Senior environmental planners work in consulting firms, government agencies, utilities, engineering companies, and organizations involved in transportation, energy, infrastructure, land development, or natural resource management.

  • Do senior environmental planner jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some senior environmental planner positions offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Pay varies based on location, experience, employer, industry, and the responsibilities of the role. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs at this salary level.

  • How can I find senior environmental planner jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Search Ladders for senior environmental planner openings, review each listing’s qualifications and salary information, and apply to roles that fit your experience in environmental review, permitting, planning, and team leadership.