Environmental Manager Jobs in Alberta

An Environmental Manager in the environmental industry is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental strategies, policies, and programs that promote sustainable development. They conduct environmental audits and assessments, identify and reduce environmental risks, and manage the development of environmental programs. They also ensure compliance with environmental legislation and keep abreast of changes in environmental standards and legislation. Their objective is to control the impact of an organization's operations on the environment, ensuring legal and corporate environmental obligations are met, and reducing carbon footprint.

Important skills for this role include excellent project management skills, strong knowledge of environmental legislation, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to influence and negotiate. They should ideally hold a degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related field, and professional certifications like Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) or Certified Professional Environmental Auditor (CPEA) can be advantageous. Prior roles that could lead to becoming an Environmental Manager could include Environmental Officer, Environmental Consultant, or Environmental Analyst.

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Director Environmental Services

  • Calgary, AB
  • 5 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 5 days ago

sciences, engineering, or a related discipline, with over 15 years of relevant consulting experience across various industries and 10 years in operations leadership....

Planning Forester

  • Grande Prairie, AB
  • 6 days ago
  • Grande Prairie, AB
  • 6 days ago

Reporting to the Planning Superintendent AB, the Woodlands GIS/Planning Forester will be engaged in a diverse and dynamic role within the Alberta Woodlands Team as the coordinator of the Woodlands...

Health, Safety and Environmental Manager

  • Medicine Hat, AB
  • 21 days ago
  • Medicine Hat, AB
  • 21 days ago

Why join QinetiQ? As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, theres never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and...

SH&E (Safety, Health & Environment) Supervisor

  • Lloydminster, AB
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lloydminster, AB
  • 30+ days ago

SH&E (Safety, Health & Environment) Supervisor Lloydminster, AB, Canada Req #12780 Monday, February 17, 2025 Come work with us! Savage has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and also...

Environmental, Health and Safety Manager

  • Wainwright, AB
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wainwright, AB
  • 45+ days ago

A Day in the Life: The EHS Manager will provide environmental, health and safety (EHS) leadership and technical expertise for the Bunge plant. Accountable for the execution of all EHS programs and...

Environmental Manager, Infrastructure

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 60+ days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 60+ days ago

You are an experienced Environmental Manager, who will have direct responsibility for leading a team of professionals to deliver the environmental program on our project sites....

Environmental Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Environmental Science
A scientific study of the natural world and how it is influenced by people. Major topics include: food, energy, human population, biodiversity and global change. Introduction to Environmental...
Environmental Protection and Sustainability
Uncover better solutions to help manage a wide range of environmental problems and challenges facing our world today. Do you want to understand more about the environmental problems we currently...
Environmental Management for Sustainability
Environmental stewardship and sustainability are becoming guiding principles for all forward-thinking organizations. The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) has been at...

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Salary for Environmental Manager Jobs in Alberta

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEnvironmental research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Environmental Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Environmental Managers in Alberta offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.7%
Master's Degree
31.5%
Doctorate Degree
5.7%
High School or GED
5.6%
Associate's Degree
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Managers in Alberta
2-4 years
25.7%
4-6 years
19.3%
1-2 years
15.9%
10+ years
14.8%
8-10 years
13.7%
6-8 years
7.3%
None
3.3%


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