Environmental Manager Jobs in Virginia

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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Environmental Manager

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 5 hours ago

Qualifications: Minimum 5 years progressive professional experience in the Environmental Compliance Field. Strong working knowledge of U.S. and State of Virginia Environmental regulations....

Manager of Environmental Services

  • VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • VA
  • 18 hours ago

Description Introduction Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Manager of Environmental Services with Chippenham Hospital you...

Health Safety Environment Supervisor

  • Marion, VA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Marion, VA
  • 9 hours ago

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Forester Richmond, VA

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Requirements: 2 year or 4 year degree in forestry, horticulture, environmental science or closely related field OR in lieu of a degree, 2 years of experience in Utility Vegetation Management...

Managed Services - Salesforce Test Environment Manager

  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Managed Services Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge...

Environmental Manager

  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days ago

The Environmental Manager - Solar Project Development position is based in our Arlington, VA headquarter....

Summer Intern - Urban Forester

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 4 days ago

The City of Chesapeake is accepting applications for a Summer 2025 Internship (May 5- August 8, 2025) with the Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Urban Forestry Planning Division. The intern will gain...

Environmental Services - Manager in Training

  • Annandale, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Annandale, VA
  • 4 days ago

Overview Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, and nutritional services within the healthcare market. For over 45 years, we...

Consulting Utility Forester - Northern Virginia

  • Culpeper, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Culpeper, VA
  • 8 days ago

Additional Locations: Northern Virginia Primary Locations: VA, Gainesville, 5300 Wellington Branch Drive, Suite 100, 20155 Requisition ID: 199038 Position Overview Take ownership of your future....

Consulting Utility Forester Glade Spring, VA

  • Glade Spring, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Glade Spring, VA
  • 8 days ago

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc. Locations: Glade Spring, VA, Abingdon, VA, Marion, VA Additional Locations: Glade Spring, VA Work Site: On Site Req ID: 208895 Position Overview POSITION...

Director of Environmental Services

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 11 days ago

Crothall Healthcare Crothall Healthcare is a Compass One Company that provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry....

Environmental Services Manager

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 11 days ago

Crothall Healthcare Crothall Healthcare is a Compass One Company that provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry....

Environmental Services Manager

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 11 days ago

Crothall Healthcare is a Compass One Company that provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry. Crothall serves many of...

Director of Environmental Services

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 11 days ago

Crothall Healthcare is a Compass One Company that provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry. Crothall serves many of...

Environmental Manager - Northeast Region

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 13 days ago

Responsibilities Lead the environmental compliance & permitting for the construction operations. Identify, assess and reduce environmental risks to the company. Update environnemental plans....

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Environmental Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Introduction to Environmental Science
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Salary for Environmental Manager Jobs in Virginia

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Managers in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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