Environmental Manager Jobs
Environmental Manager jobs are open across manufacturing, construction, energy, consulting, and government agencies, from entry-level coordinator to director, with specializations in regulatory compliance, remediation, and sustainability program management. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Lane Construction is one of America’s leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For 135 years, it has contributed to the development of the country’s transportation systems including the Interstate Highway System and a vast network of roads, bridges, airports, metros, and railways. Lane specializes in mobility, tunneling, and water resources to address sustainable development and climate change adaptation challenges.
DESCRIPTION
- Guides program or project specific operations to maintain compliance with the Environmental Management System (EMS), Project Environmental Plans, and Lane Requirements.
- Manages a particular project or program within the EMS.
- Assists with developing and implementing procedures in accordance with the EMS.
- Completes permit applications, environmental plans, recordkeeping and reporting as required by environmental regulatory agencies.
- Maintains awareness of any changes to environmental laws and regulations that impact the Project/Area of their assignment.
- Ensures employees are trained on environmental regulations and practices.
- Identifies potential environmental impacts, reduce, control and/or eliminate environmental risks.
- Performs and/or manages environmental inspections.
- May manage environmental personnel.
- May represent Lane on industry association environmental committees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
CERTIFICATIONS
State Level Erosion Control Certification
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
Environmental permit process and environmental inspections experience required
8 years of experience
Physical Requirements
Field/Operations Office
COMPETENCIES
- Hiring
- Environmental Permitting
- Incident Analysis and Corrective Action
- Site Maintenance
- Developing Capabilities
- Environmental Compliance Documentation
- Building Responsibility
- Water Quality and Discharge Management
- Influencing and Communicating
- Coordination
- Meeting Management
- Team Management
- Policies and Procedures
- Project Closeout
Lane Construction offers a comprehensive benefits package with an excellent opportunity to grow and be part of one of the most respected names in the construction industry. Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
Lane Construction is one of America’s leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For 135 years, it has contributed to the development of the country’s transportation systems including the Interstate Highway System and a vast network of roads, bridges, airports, metros, and railways. Lane specializes in mobility, tunneling, and water resources to address sustainable development and climate change adaptation challenges.
DESCRIPTION
- Guides program or project specific operations to maintain compliance with the Environmental Management System (EMS), Project Environmental Plans, and Lane Requirements.
- Manages a particular project or program within the EMS.
- Assists with developing and implementing procedures in accordance with the EMS.
- Completes permit applications, environmental plans, recordkeeping and reporting as required by environmental regulatory agencies.
- Maintains awareness of any changes to environmental laws and regulations that impact the Project/Area of their assignment.
- Ensures employees are trained on environmental regulations and practices.
- Identifies potential environmental impacts, reduce, control and/or eliminate environmental risks.
- Performs and/or manages environmental inspections.
- May manage environmental personnel.
- May represent Lane on industry association environmental committees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
CERTIFICATIONS
State Level Erosion Control Certification
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
Environmental permit process and environmental inspections experience required
8 years of experience
Physical Requirements
Field/Operations Office
COMPETENCIES
- Hiring
- Environmental Permitting
- Incident Analysis and Corrective Action
- Site Maintenance
- Developing Capabilities
- Environmental Compliance Documentation
- Building Responsibility
- Water Quality and Discharge Management
- Influencing and Communicating
- Coordination
- Meeting Management
- Team Management
- Policies and Procedures
- Project Closeout
Lane Construction offers a comprehensive benefits package with an excellent opportunity to grow and be part of one of the most respected names in the construction industry. Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Burns & McDonnell59
- Ryder System52
- Sodexo46
- ECS Limited37
- Langan Engineering and Environmental Services32
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services490
- Construction & Real Estate98
- Food & Beverage73
- Technology & Software71
- Manufacturing54
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a closely related field
- Working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations including EPA standards
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager or similar professional certification preferred
- Experience managing environmental permits, audits, and regulatory agency correspondence
- Proficiency with environmental management systems and incident reporting software
- Strong written communication skills for compliance reports and agency submissions
Tips for Your Environmental Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to regulations
List the specific environmental regulations you've worked under, such as RCRA, CERCLA, Clean Air Act, or NPDES. Hiring managers scan for regulatory fluency fast, and a generic resume that omits these signals will get filtered out before anyone reads further.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists environmental manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Lead with your permit portfolio
Quantify the permits you've managed, renewed, or obtained. Stating the type, agency, and outcome tells employers you can own the process end to end, which is what separates candidates who've managed compliance from those who've only supported it.
Target openings by industry sector carefully
Environmental manager roles in oil and gas demand different expertise than those in municipal government or consumer goods. Filter your search by industry before applying and adjust your cover letter to reflect sector-specific regulations and reporting requirements you've handled directly.
Prepare a scenario answer for audit situations
Interviewers almost always ask how you handled a regulatory inspection or agency audit. Prepare a specific example that covers what you found, how you communicated it internally, and what corrective actions you led. Vague answers here cost candidates offers.
Negotiate scope before salary discussions
In environmental manager roles, your authority over budgets, contractors, and corrective action plans varies enormously by employer. Clarify reporting structure and decision-making authority before final offer discussions so you can evaluate the role on its actual scope, not just the title.
Environmental Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most environmental managers?
The companies hiring the most environmental managers right now include Burns & McDonnell, Ryder System, and Sodexo, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is concentrated in manufacturing, energy, and engineering consulting sectors.
How many environmental manager jobs are remote?
About 18% of environmental manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the field-intensive nature of most roles. Sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include environmental policy analysis, sustainability reporting, and corporate EHS program management, where site visits are less frequent.
How do you become an environmental manager?
Start with a bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related discipline, then build hands-on experience in compliance, permitting, or remediation roles. Earning a certification such as the Certified Environmental Professional or Registered Environmental Manager credential strengthens your candidacy. Most employers expect several years of progressively responsible environmental work before promoting into or hiring for a manager title.
Can you get an environmental manager job with little experience?
Entry into environmental manager roles with limited experience is possible by targeting smaller organizations, municipalities, or consulting firms where generalist coverage is valued over deep specialization. Emphasize any regulatory fieldwork, permit assistance, or environmental reporting you've supported, and pursue a relevant certification early to offset a shorter work history. Some employers also promote from environmental coordinator or specialist roles internally.
What does the environmental manager interview process look like?
Most employers run an initial screening call focused on regulatory background and specific permits you've managed, followed by one or two rounds with the hiring manager and often a cross-functional panel including legal, operations, or safety. Expect scenario-based questions about agency audits, incident response, and how you've managed conflicting compliance priorities. Some roles include a written exercise or a facility walkthrough as part of final interviews.
Where can I find and apply to environmental manager jobs?
You can find and apply to environmental manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing. No third-party redirects, no waiting, just the opening and a direct path to apply.
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