Environmental Manager Jobs in Arizona
Environmental Manager jobs in Arizona are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in mining, construction, water utilities, and federal land management, with openings from entry-level environmental specialists through senior compliance directors. Phoenix and Tucson anchor the largest share of hiring, with Flagstaff also active due to proximity to federal land and tribal environmental programs. Established employers with long-term Arizona footprints include Freeport-McMoRan, Arizona Public Service, and Salt River Project, all of which regularly bring on environmental managers across compliance, permitting, and remediation disciplines. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerQuanta Services
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring9
Work type89% On-site
Top industryConsulting
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Environmental Project Manager
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Canacre LTD
Environmental Project Manager
Scottsdale, Arizona
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Environmental Project Manager
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Quanta Services
Environmental Project Manager
Scottsdale, Arizona
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Account Manager - Environmental Services
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Clean Harbors
Account Manager - Environmental Services
Phoenix, Arizona
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Environmental Health & Safety Manager
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Clayton
Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Buckeye, Arizona
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Manager, Environmental and Sustainability Program Manager III
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Chewy
Manager, Environmental and Sustainability Program Manager III
Phoenix, Arizona
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Environmental Project Manager
Canacre LTD·Scottsdale, Arizona
Job functions:
On-Site
Master's degree in biology
51-200 employees
Job Description
About Us:
At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish. We commit to diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of successes. Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.
About this Role:
At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish. We commit to diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of successes. Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.
The Environmental Project Manager is accountable for project deliverables from conception through to completion, including quality assurance, risk assessment, milestone deliverables, forecasting, managing scope creep within scope the defined scope from the client delivered on time and on budget. The Project Manager will have direct communication with the client and be responsible for meeting all clients' expectations.
What You'll Do:
Canacre’s core services focus on leadership in Environment and Land services throughout the project lifecycle. At Canacre, we emphasize continuous development and growth. Our commitment to investing in industry knowledge and the expertise of our teams sets us apart. Our goals are to provide technical leadership for greater regulatory understanding and certainty and to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, mitigating tomorrow’s environment, land and right-of-way risks today.
At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish. We commit to diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of successes. Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.
Canacre’s core services focus on leadership in Environment and Land services throughout the project lifecycle. At Canacre, we emphasize continuous development and growth. Our commitment to investing in industry knowledge and the expertise of our teams sets us apart. Our goals are to provide technical leadership for greater regulatory understanding and certainty and to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, mitigating tomorrow’s environment, land and right-of-way risks today.
At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish. We commit to diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of successes. Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.
The Environmental Project Manager is accountable for project deliverables from conception through to completion, including quality assurance, risk assessment, milestone deliverables, forecasting, managing scope creep within scope the defined scope from the client delivered on time and on budget. The Project Manager will have direct communication with the client and be responsible for meeting all clients' expectations.
- Coordinate and lead internal resources, set expectations and priorities, determine metrics, obtain deliverables and achieve milestones.
- Liaise directly with clients or Client Manager and provide reports, updates and solutions.
- Support development of project messaging for stakeholders, including landowners and communities.
- Manage detailed tracking and communication of project progress from a task, time, schedule, and cost perspective.
- Ensure all client deliverables are completed and delivered on schedule.
- Follow all Canacre’s established best practices and procedures for project management.
- Review client deliverables to ensure quality.
- Identify and provide project details for tracking purposes.
- Host weekly or biweekly meetings with the client and internal project team to review progress, concerns, updates, schedule and deliverables.
- Update senior management and the project team on changes in scope, status of the project and schedule changes/expectations.
- Identify project risks, establish solutions and escalate accordingly within Internal Management.
- Manage changes in project scopes, identifies solutions for potential issues and devises contingency plans as required, while engaging the appropriate resources.
- Identify change orders, generate necessary documentation and negotiate such change orders with the client.
- Approve expenses and monitor timesheets/budgets.
- Ensure safety and training requirements are met and in place to meet client expectations.
- Work with Business Development to identify opportunities for additional business opportunities with current and potential clients.
- Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies to submit permit applications, secure approvals, and respond to inquiries.
- Develop and implement technically sound solutions to environmental permitting.
- Advise clients and internal teams on regulatory compliance and permitting strategies to ensure timely approvals and adherence to permit conditions.
- Apply in-depth knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting requirements, including those related to wetlands, T&E species, stormwater (NPDES), erosion and sediment control, cultural and historical resources, and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
- Bachelor's or master's degree (Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field would be an asset).
- 3-5 years professional services consulting experience, working with external clients
- 2+ years' experience in management role
- Experience with environmental permitting and construction compliance
- A proven track record in project planning, executing, managing and closing on projects.
- A proven track record of delivering projects within scope, on time and on budget.
- Ability to manage, mentor and lead others.
- Ability to run meetings and effectively capture decisions and actions.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously with minimal supervision.
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated and highly organized with strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to build strong, lasting relationships with key stakeholders.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
QISG Benefits Highlights
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Health Coverage - Multiple Medical, dental & vision plans with 100% preventive care
- 24/7 telehealth (Teladoc)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company-funded HSA and pre-tax savings options
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- No-cost Short- and Long-term Disability
- Employer-paid basic Life & AD&D Insurance
- Paid Time off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental leave
- Education Reimbursement and Professional Development
- Employee discount program and optional insurance offerings:
- Identity Theft Protection
- Accident Insurance
- Voluntary Life (spouse and child)
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Pet Insurance
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
Canacre LTD
Environmental Project Manager
Scottsdale, Arizona
Added 4d ago51-200 employees
Job functions:
On-Site
Master's degree in biology
Job Description
About Us:
At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish. We commit to diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of successes. Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.
About this Role:
At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish. We commit to diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of successes. Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.
The Environmental Project Manager is accountable for project deliverables from conception through to completion, including quality assurance, risk assessment, milestone deliverables, forecasting, managing scope creep within scope the defined scope from the client delivered on time and on budget. The Project Manager will have direct communication with the client and be responsible for meeting all clients' expectations.
What You'll Do:
Canacre’s core services focus on leadership in Environment and Land services throughout the project lifecycle. At Canacre, we emphasize continuous development and growth. Our commitment to investing in industry knowledge and the expertise of our teams sets us apart. Our goals are to provide technical leadership for greater regulatory understanding and certainty and to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, mitigating tomorrow’s environment, land and right-of-way risks today.
At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish. We commit to diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of successes. Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.
Canacre’s core services focus on leadership in Environment and Land services throughout the project lifecycle. At Canacre, we emphasize continuous development and growth. Our commitment to investing in industry knowledge and the expertise of our teams sets us apart. Our goals are to provide technical leadership for greater regulatory understanding and certainty and to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, mitigating tomorrow’s environment, land and right-of-way risks today.
At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish. We commit to diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of successes. Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.
The Environmental Project Manager is accountable for project deliverables from conception through to completion, including quality assurance, risk assessment, milestone deliverables, forecasting, managing scope creep within scope the defined scope from the client delivered on time and on budget. The Project Manager will have direct communication with the client and be responsible for meeting all clients' expectations.
- Coordinate and lead internal resources, set expectations and priorities, determine metrics, obtain deliverables and achieve milestones.
- Liaise directly with clients or Client Manager and provide reports, updates and solutions.
- Support development of project messaging for stakeholders, including landowners and communities.
- Manage detailed tracking and communication of project progress from a task, time, schedule, and cost perspective.
- Ensure all client deliverables are completed and delivered on schedule.
- Follow all Canacre’s established best practices and procedures for project management.
- Review client deliverables to ensure quality.
- Identify and provide project details for tracking purposes.
- Host weekly or biweekly meetings with the client and internal project team to review progress, concerns, updates, schedule and deliverables.
- Update senior management and the project team on changes in scope, status of the project and schedule changes/expectations.
- Identify project risks, establish solutions and escalate accordingly within Internal Management.
- Manage changes in project scopes, identifies solutions for potential issues and devises contingency plans as required, while engaging the appropriate resources.
- Identify change orders, generate necessary documentation and negotiate such change orders with the client.
- Approve expenses and monitor timesheets/budgets.
- Ensure safety and training requirements are met and in place to meet client expectations.
- Work with Business Development to identify opportunities for additional business opportunities with current and potential clients.
- Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies to submit permit applications, secure approvals, and respond to inquiries.
- Develop and implement technically sound solutions to environmental permitting.
- Advise clients and internal teams on regulatory compliance and permitting strategies to ensure timely approvals and adherence to permit conditions.
- Apply in-depth knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting requirements, including those related to wetlands, T&E species, stormwater (NPDES), erosion and sediment control, cultural and historical resources, and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
- Bachelor's or master's degree (Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field would be an asset).
- 3-5 years professional services consulting experience, working with external clients
- 2+ years' experience in management role
- Experience with environmental permitting and construction compliance
- A proven track record in project planning, executing, managing and closing on projects.
- A proven track record of delivering projects within scope, on time and on budget.
- Ability to manage, mentor and lead others.
- Ability to run meetings and effectively capture decisions and actions.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously with minimal supervision.
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated and highly organized with strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to build strong, lasting relationships with key stakeholders.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
QISG Benefits Highlights
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Health Coverage - Multiple Medical, dental & vision plans with 100% preventive care
- 24/7 telehealth (Teladoc)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company-funded HSA and pre-tax savings options
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- No-cost Short- and Long-term Disability
- Employer-paid basic Life & AD&D Insurance
- Paid Time off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental leave
- Education Reimbursement and Professional Development
- Employee discount program and optional insurance offerings:
- Identity Theft Protection
- Accident Insurance
- Voluntary Life (spouse and child)
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Pet Insurance
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
- Chemicals & Materials
- Government & Public Sector
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental manager jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a closely related field required
- ADEQ permit compliance experience or familiarity with Arizona Department of Environmental Quality regulations strongly preferred
- Seven or more years of progressive environmental management experience for senior roles
- Professional certifications such as CHMM or CESSWI recognized favorably by Arizona employers
- Demonstrated experience managing NEPA, Clean Air Act, or Clean Water Act compliance in Arizona projects
- Ability to coordinate with federal agencies including EPA Region 9, BLM, and tribal authorities in Arizona
Environmental Manager Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a environmental manager in Arizona?
Most environmental managers in Arizona start with a bachelor's degree in environmental science, civil engineering, geology, or a related field, then build experience in compliance, permitting, or remediation. Arizona does not issue a single state license for the title, but working with the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality and obtaining recognized certifications such as the Certified Hazardous Materials Manager credential meaningfully strengthens a candidate's standing with Arizona employers in mining, utilities, and construction.
How much do environmental managers make in Arizona?
Environmental managers in Arizona earn a median of about $129,870 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,930 for the lowest 10% to over $206,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire environmental managers in Arizona?
Employers hiring environmental managers in Arizona right now include Quanta Services, Burns & McDonnell, and Ryder System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's mining sector, water utilities, and large infrastructure contractors are among the most consistent sources of environmental manager openings in the state.
Which Arizona cities have the most environmental manager jobs?
Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson have the most environmental manager openings in Arizona. Phoenix leads because it concentrates the state's largest utilities, engineering firms, and corporate headquarters, while Tucson's activity reflects the regional mining industry and proximity to major federal land and military installations that require ongoing environmental compliance work.
Are there remote environmental manager jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. The role is heavily field-oriented, involving site assessments, agency inspections, and hands-on compliance monitoring that cannot be done remotely. About 11% of environmental manager openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in program management, regulatory reporting, and grant administration rather than on-site environmental work.
How can I get hired as a environmental manager in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for environmental specialist or environmental compliance coordinator roles at Arizona utilities, mining companies, or engineering consulting firms that offer structured mentorship alongside experienced managers. Employers such as Freeport-McMoRan and Arizona Public Service regularly bring in entry-level candidates for field monitoring and permitting support work. Completing coursework focused on ADEQ regulations and earning an entry-level credential like the Environmental Professional in Training designation gives candidates a clear competitive edge when competing for those first positions.
Where can I find and apply to environmental manager jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to environmental manager jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across mining, utilities, construction, and government sectors. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to employers through the listings.
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