Environmental Program Manager Jobs

An Environmental Program Manager in the environmental industry is primarily responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating programs related to environmental management. They oversee environmental protection and conservation efforts, making sure that these initiatives align with a company's goals and comply with applicable regulations. The role involves developing and implementing environmental strategies, conducting environmental audits, monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of these programs, and managing a team of environmental professionals.

Important skills for an Environmental Program Manager include strong leadership, excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, good communication, and project management skills. In terms of certifications, a Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) or Certified Environmental Manager (CEM) credential is often preferred. Having a background in environmental science, engineering, or a related field is essential. Before becoming an Environmental Program Manager, a person may have roles such as an Environmental Consultant, Environmental Engineer, or Environmental Specialist.

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Water Rights are complicated documents with legal and property-value implications that affect virtually all human endeavor directly, including the following types of water uses: municipal,...

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Environmental Project Manager FERC Natural Gas Projects

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 hours ago

assessment and corrective action services to clients....

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Environmental Project Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 hours ago

Oversee construction activities and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Coordinate and execute community air monitoring (CAMP)....

REMOTE Environmental Project Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 hours ago

Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Environmental Science, Geological Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, or Environmental Engineering....

Outdoor/ Environmental Educator

  • Cold Spring, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Cold Spring, NY
  • 12 hours ago

Tucked away in the wooded hills of Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park lies a unique center. TOEC is managed by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation. It is...

Environmental Project Manager

  • Gig Harbor, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA
  • 1 day ago

Typical tasks include performing wetland and stream delineations, mitigation solutions, researching environmental regulations, developing project strategies, preparing environmental permit applications...

Environmental Program Specialist (SR-22) Salary $5,258.00 Monthly Location Maui County (various), HI Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number R-11196 Department Department of Environmental...

Project Manager- Water Resources

  • Livonia, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Livonia, MI
  • 1 day ago

Come to work for OHM Advisors, the community advancement firm. With the singular mission of Advancing Communities, our diverse team of 700+ member team works collaboratively across multiple...

Air Quality Project Manager - Environmental Services (Multiple Locations)

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 1 day ago

Conduct environmental site assessments and inspections to ensure compliance with local, state and federal air quality requirements....

Environmental Program Manager

  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: Environmental Program Manager Description: Position Title: Environmental Program Manager, Wastewater Pay Rate : $140,000 - $156,000 Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills...

permits and approvals the position will be responsible for monitoring compliance with environmental permits issued by various Federal, State and local regulatory agencies....

Naturalist Aide (Intermittent)

  • Ada, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Ada, OH
  • 1 day ago

Naturalist Aide (Intermittent) - Lake Hope State Park (250001ZD) Naturalist Aide (Intermittent) - Lake Hope State Park (250001ZD) Organization: Natural Resources Agency Contact Name and...

Assistant Project Manager - Environmental

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

Our fields of expertise span all areas of civil engineering and include an extensive variety of specialty disciplines, such as environmental compliance and restoration, coastal engineering, urban development...

Environmental Program Manager I (Supervisory)

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

The Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board has an opening for an Environmental Program Manager (Supervisory) in the Underground Storage Tank and Oil and Gas Section....

Senior Environmental Project Manager (Remediation)

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago

Duties: Conduct Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) to identify potential environmental liabilities....

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Salary for Environmental Program Manager Jobs Nationwide

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 Program Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
52.8%
Master's Degree
33.0%
Doctorate Degree
6.2%
High School or GED
2.7%
Associate's Degree
2.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Program Managers
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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