Environmental Project Manager Jobs

An Environmental Project Manager in the environmental industry is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing projects related to environmental conservation and sustainability. Their duties may include conducting environmental assessments, planning and implementing conservation projects, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. They liaise with clients, stakeholders, and team members to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. They are also responsible for risk management and quality assurance in their projects.

To be successful in this role, an Environmental Project Manager must have strong leadership, communication, and project management skills. They should also have a deep understanding of environmental regulations and sustainability issues. A bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field is typically required. Certifications such as the Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) or the Project Management Professional (PMP) can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming an Environmental Project Manager, a person may have roles such as an Environmental Consultant, Environmental Engineer, or Environmental Analyst.

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Operations Manager/Principal Project Manager - Environmental

  • Oakville, ON
  • 2 hours ago
  • Oakville, ON
  • 2 hours ago

What You'll Be Doing: The responsibilities for this position will include operations management, project management, execution of environmental site assessments (ESAs), excess soil planning, and remediation...

Sr Project Manager - Environmental Planning

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 3 hours ago

As a member of this team, you will contribute to CDM Smiths mission by: • Managing transportation related environmental compliance and planning projects, which may include overseeing: preparation of...

Introduction **This is an INTERNAL RECRUITMENT FOR PERMANENT AND CONTRACTUAL MDE EMPLOYEES ONLY. ** The Maryland Department of the Environment is charged with protecting and preserving the State's...

Naturalist/Outdoor Education Specialist

  • Littleton, MA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Littleton, MA
  • 11 hours ago

Science, or a related field Experience teaching or leading groups of children in outdoor settings (school, camp, nature center, etc.)...

Principal Project Manager Natural Resources

  • Arlington, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 11 hours ago

Comprehensive knowledge of key environmental regulations, including the Endangered Species Act (ESA), Clean Water Act (CWA), National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and related federal, state, and...

Environmental Project Manager - NEPA Lead

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 12 hours ago

Job Listing ID: 4259178 Job Title: Environmental Project Manager - NEPA Lead Application Deadline: 07/23/2025Job Location: Bellevue,WA Date Posted: 04/25/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40 Shift: Day Shift...

A DAY IN THE LIFE Our Environmental Project Manager - Remediation Geologist/Engineer/Scientist (Oil/Gas) Loveland, CO / Hybrid position will support our client, a very large oil/gas operator....

Critical Environment Program Manager

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 13 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 13 hours ago

Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I Critical Environment Program Manager, you will perform a key role in delivering the core...

Environmental Educators

  • Toccoa, GA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Toccoa, GA
  • 20 hours ago

Blue Ridge Outdoor Education Center is a part of Mikell Camp and Conference Center in Toccoa, GA. Our campus consists of 468 acres with our closest neighbor being the Chattahoochee National...

Sr. Environmental Program Manager

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 20 hours ago

science....

Sr. Project Manager - Environmental Scientist/Engineer/Geologist

  • Windsor, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 1 day ago

Manage and develop technical junior staff in the fields of engineering or geology and environmental science, as appropriate....

Environmental Project Manager- Asbestos Investigator

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Expertise in environmental science. Proficiency in HAZWOPER protocols. Experience in site assessment....

Environmental Project Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Environmental Project Manager to join a full-service Engineering Consulting company located in St. Louis Missouri....

Environmental Project Manager

  • Pinellas Park, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Pinellas Park, FL
  • 1 day ago

Environmental Project Manager Responsibilities: Oversees a portfolio of diverse environmental projects with varied local, state and federal regulatory drivers (i.e....

Environmental Project Manager

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Environmental Project Manager with a PE license to lead and manage remediation projects in the Seattle or Portland area....

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Project Management: How to be a Successful Project Manager
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Lead environmental projects to solve complex social and environmental issues. Learn to motivate stakeholders with effective communication, create a coalition with co-design, and co-produce...
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Learn to be a successful project professional by continuously evaluating the efforts of your projects and making sure that they are aligned with the goal of supporting your company's mission as...

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Salary for Environmental Project Manager Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Project Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
52.8%
Master's Degree
33.1%
Doctorate Degree
6.2%
High School or GED
2.7%
Associate's Degree
2.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.0%
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 Project 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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