Environmental Engineer Jobs in South Carolina
Environmental Engineer jobs in South Carolina are open across Greenville, Charleston, and Columbia and other South Carolina metros, with employers like NOVA Engineering and Environmental, Terracon Consultants, and Garver hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
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We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Project Manager, Environmental Engineer, Geologist, or Scientist to work in a technical support role with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing group and company and get involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients. This is a full-time position located in our Greenville, SC; Charlotte, NC; or Cary, NC offices, or remote in or near Tampa, FL.
In this role, the selected candidate will manage environmental site characterization and remediation projects for Energy, Industrial/Manufacturing, and Real Estate clients. The successful candidate will oversee project scope, schedule, budget, quality, deliverables, and health and safety performance while coordinating closely with clients, regulators, subcontractors, and internal technical teams. This position requires strong technical knowledge of environmental investigation and remediation programs, the ability to manage multidisciplinary project teams, and a commitment to mentoring junior staff. Candidates should bring experience developing and implementing site investigation strategies, evaluating environmental data, supporting remedial planning and design, and delivering practical solutions that meet client and regulatory objectives.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
In this position, you will:
- Oversee day-to-day management of project teams with a focus on project delivery, quality, financial performance, and health and safety.
- Ensure projects are executed to meet project, client, and regulatory objectives.
- Lead all aspects of the project life cycle including cost estimating and proposal preparation, scheduling, subcontracting, resourcing, project planning, execution, document preparation and review, and financial management.
- Collaborate closely with the project team, supporting field teams, providing oversight, and observing health and safety processes and procedures.
- Regularly and effectively communicate with clients, partners, subcontractors, regulators and other stakeholders.
- Coach, mentor, and support staff to facilitate knowledge transfer and ensure high-quality execution of project tasks, technical reports, and deliverables.
- Plan and manage field investigations, including pre-design data collection and/or pilot testing data collection programs.
- Lead project technical assessments and design efforts or tasks, including model development, field implementation of bench-scale and field pilot studies, remedial action plans, remedial system installation and O&M, permitting, design and contract package development, and construction procurement support on environmental projects.
- Plan all work in accordance with company and client health and safety protocols.
- Demonstrate the company’s foundational safety behaviors.
- Perform and oversee the technical evaluation and interpretation of site characterization and hydrogeologic data, develop conceptual site models and fate and transport models, and work with other multidisciplinary team members to assess the impact to project goals.
- Lead project teams with the technical evaluation and interpretation of site characterization and geologic data, develop conceptual site models, and work with other multidisciplinary team members to assess the impact to project goals.
- Manage site characterization and remediation projects for Energy, Industrial/Manufacturing, and Real Estate clients.
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Minimum Skills and Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of related experience.
- Professional registration or certification, as applicable.
- P.G. or P.E. license required for geologists or engineers, as applicable.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to independently lead project teams to achieve project and client goals and objectives.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and financial acumen.
- Proficient computer literacy skills including use of the Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint) and the ability to learn various software needed to support financial management, diverse project needs, and client requirements.
- Environmental engineering experience that spans the entire project life cycle.
- Working knowledge of regulatory frameworks pertinent to the work.
- Demonstrated ability to work on interdisciplinary project teams.
- Experience managing environmental consulting projects involving site characterization, remediation strategy, regulatory coordination, and client communication.
Preferred Skills:
- Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering or related field.
- 2+ years of related project management, financial management, or task management experience.
- Demonstrated competency and understanding of soil, groundwater and air treatment technologies.
- Hydrogeologic experience, including developing site conceptual models and assessment of fate and transport of contaminants.
- Design and construction experience with environmental remediation projects.
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training and refresher updates desirable.
- Master’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
- Experience supporting Energy, Industrial/Manufacturing, and Real Estate clients.
- Experience managing projects in the Southeast, including the Carolinas and Florida, is a plus.
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Environmental Engineer Job Market in South Carolina
A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- NOVA Engineering and Environmental8

- Terracon Consultants5

- Garver4

- Weston & Sampson4

- Goodwyn Mills Cawood3

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services33
- Manufacturing10
- Construction & Real Estate7
- Chemicals & Materials2
- Consumer Goods2
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental engineer jobs across South Carolina.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, or a related science discipline
- Experience with environmental site assessments, remediation design, or permitting under federal regulations
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, or environmental modeling software such as MODFLOW
- Professional Engineer license or active progress toward licensure preferred for senior roles
- Familiarity with EPA, RCRA, CERCLA, Clean Water Act, and state environmental compliance frameworks
- Strong technical writing skills for reports, permits, and agency correspondence
Environmental Engineer Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many environmental engineer jobs are there in South Carolina?
There are 67+ environmental engineer openings in South Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Greenville, Charleston, and Columbia. New positions post regularly as employers across South Carolina hire.
How much do environmental engineers make in South Carolina?
Environmental engineers in South Carolina earn a median of about $96,140 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $47,740 for the lowest 10% to over $149,340 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which South Carolina cities have the most environmental engineer jobs?
Greenville, Charleston, and Columbia have the most environmental engineer openings in South Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire environmental engineers in South Carolina?
Employers hiring environmental engineers in South Carolina include NOVA Engineering and Environmental, Terracon Consultants, and Garver, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote environmental engineer jobs in South Carolina?
Yes. About 10% of environmental engineer openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in South Carolina metros.
How do I apply for environmental engineer jobs in South Carolina?
You can apply to environmental engineer jobs in South Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred South Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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