Environmental Compliance Manager Jobs in Illinois
Environmental Compliance Manager jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Downers Grove, and North Chicago and other Illinois metros, with employers like Burns & McDonnell, AbbVie, and Abbvie Bioresearch Center hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
The Environmental Compliance Manager manages day to day regulatory functions at Clean Harbors and Safety-Kleen operating facilities.
Why work for Clean Harbors?
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
- Group 401K/RRSP with company matching component
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
- Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
- Positive and safe work environments
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conducts formal and systematic reviews of the facility to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations for environmental affairs and health and safety.
- Identifies problems and recommends corrections; prioritizes and follows-up on corrections regarding areas of non-compliance or potential non-compliance.
- Advises corporate and facility management regarding procedural and operational measures to be taken to correct or minimize non-compliant activities regarding environmental regulations.
- Applies for environmental permits and maintains a schedule for renewals, reporting, and provisions of all environmentally related permits.
- Prepares and maintains environmentally related plans and procedures for facilities.
- Prepares reports and documents as required by regulatory agencies and corporate and facility management.
- Prepares and provides environmental related training.
- Serves as liaison between facilities and outside contractors, and regulatory personnel on all environmentally related projects and activities.
- Coordinates and accompanies regulatory personnel during all facility inspections. Coordinates environmental audits of facilities by customers.
- Acts as a liaison with Agency regulators and negotiates for terms favorable to the organization regarding legal agreements, permit conditions, and proposed regulations.
- Responds to significant accidents, incidents, and complaints and provides guidance to operational teams. Prepares and submits all required notifications/reports and participates in management team investigations as needed.
- Monitors regulatory changes for the purpose of insuring compliance with upcoming changes in federal, state and local rules and regulations.
- Provides guidance to sales, field personnel, and customers concerning federal, state and local environmental regulations.
- Performs audits of external facilities to ensure they are properly permitted for use and operating in compliance.
- Performs other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and will be required by the needs of the Clean Harbors business.
- Routine travel to facilities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS/BA (required)
- 2+ Year Environmental compliance experience (required)
- Knowledge of and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) laws/regulations (required)
- RCRA 40 CFR hazardous waste management knowledge (required)
- Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills
- Excellent organizational skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- BS/BA in Environmental Science or Engineering (preferred)
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Environmental Compliance Manager Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Burns & McDonnell4

- AbbVie1

- Abbvie Bioresearch Center1

- American Water1

- Barry Callebaut1

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2
- Manufacturing2
- Construction & Real Estate1
- Electronics & Hardware1
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental compliance manager jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related technical field
- Working knowledge of EPA regulations including Clean Air Act and RCRA requirements
- Experience preparing and managing environmental permits at federal or state level
- Proficiency with environmental management systems such as ISO 14001 or LIMS platforms
- CHMM, CEM, or 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification preferred or required
- Demonstrated experience conducting internal audits and managing regulatory agency inspections
Environmental Compliance Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many environmental compliance manager jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 16+ environmental compliance manager openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Downers Grove, and North Chicago. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do environmental compliance managers make in Illinois?
Environmental compliance managers in Illinois earn a median of about $80,550 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,040 for the lowest 10% to over $132,290 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most environmental compliance manager jobs?
Chicago, Downers Grove, and North Chicago have the most environmental compliance manager openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire environmental compliance managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring environmental compliance managers in Illinois include Burns & McDonnell, AbbVie, and Abbvie Bioresearch Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote environmental compliance manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 6% of environmental compliance manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for environmental compliance manager jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to environmental compliance manager jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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