Environmental Manager Jobs in Ohio

Environmental Manager jobs in Ohio are in steady demand, with concentrations in manufacturing, chemical processing, utilities, and remediation consulting spread across an industrial base that rivals most states. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati account for the largest share of openings, and established employers like Marathon Petroleum, AEP Ohio, and Sherwin-Williams maintain ongoing environmental compliance needs that keep hiring active from entry-level environmental specialists through senior program directors. Site remediation, air quality compliance, and hazardous waste management are the specialties employers request most consistently. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles76
Top employerHealthcare Services
Top cityCincinnati, OH
Cities hiring37
Work type60% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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TTM Technologies
Environmental Health Safety & Sustainability Manager
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Environmental Health Safety & Sustainability Manager
TTM Technologies
North Jackson, Ohio
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Quality Control
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Battelle
Division Manager, Environmental Solutions
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Division Manager, Environmental Solutions
Battelle
Columbus, Ohio
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Quality Control
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
1,001-5,000

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Healthcare Services Group
Environmental Services Department Manager
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Environmental Services Department Manager
Healthcare Services Group
Copley, Ohio
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Healthcare Services Group
Environmental Services - Manager in Training
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Environmental Services - Manager in Training
Healthcare Services Group
Stow, Ohio
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Healthcare Services Group
Environmental Services - Manager in Training
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Environmental Services - Manager in Training
Healthcare Services Group
Ravenna, Ohio
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Environmental Manager Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cincinnati
10 jobs
Columbus
9 jobs
Akron
6 jobs
Cleveland
6 jobs
Dayton
4 jobs
West Chester
3 jobs
Canton
2 jobs
Copley
2 jobs
Warren
2 jobs

Environmental Manager Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Healthcare Services
    Healthcare Services18
  • Burns & McDonnell
    Burns & McDonnell8
  • Atlas Technical Consultants
    Atlas Technical Consultants5
  • Crothall Healthcare
    Crothall Healthcare4
  • Sodexo
    Sodexo3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Insurance
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in environmental manager jobs across Ohio.

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a closely related field required
  • OEPA regulatory knowledge and experience with Ohio environmental permitting processes preferred
  • Demonstrated experience managing EPA compliance programs including RCRA, CERCLA, or Clean Air Act
  • Professional certifications such as CHMM or Ohio PE licensure often required for senior roles
  • Minimum five years of progressive environmental project management or compliance experience
  • Strong written communication skills for preparing regulatory reports and agency correspondence

Environmental Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a environmental manager in Ohio?

Most environmental managers in Ohio start with a bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, civil engineering, or a related field. Ohio does not require a single state license to hold the title, but roles involving engineering sign-off require a Professional Engineer license issued by the Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. Practical credentials like the Certified Hazardous Materials Manager designation strengthen candidacy significantly and are widely recognized by Ohio industrial and consulting employers.

How much do environmental managers make in Ohio?

Environmental managers in Ohio earn a median of about $129,940 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,770 for the lowest 10% to over $211,540 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire environmental managers in Ohio?

Employers hiring environmental managers in Ohio right now include Healthcare Services, Burns & McDonnell, and Atlas Technical Consultants, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's dense concentration of refineries, chemical manufacturers, and public utilities means large industrial employers generate the most consistent openings, while environmental consulting firms serving those industries also hire regularly across the state.

Which Ohio cities have the most environmental manager jobs?

Cincinnati, Columbus, and Akron are the Ohio cities with the most environmental manager openings. Columbus draws demand from state agency compliance work and a growing manufacturing corridor, Cleveland benefits from its legacy industrial base and the dense cluster of petrochemical and steel operations along Lake Erie, and Cincinnati's concentration of consumer goods manufacturers and chemical companies keeps environmental compliance hiring active throughout the metro.

Are there remote environmental manager jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. Environmental management is largely a field-based role requiring site visits, permit inspections, and direct regulatory agency interaction, which limits remote work options significantly. About 40% of environmental manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to cover program oversight, reporting, and policy work rather than hands-on compliance or remediation responsibilities.

How can I get hired as a environmental manager in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an environmental specialist or environmental analyst role at a consulting firm or large industrial employer in Ohio, where you build compliance and field skills before moving into management. Companies like ARCADIS, Stantec, and Bureau Veritas operating in Ohio regularly bring on early-career candidates for field support roles. Pursuing a CHMM credential while in an entry role signals commitment and accelerates the path to a management title, and Ohio EPA internship programs offer direct exposure to the regulatory processes managers navigate daily.

Where can I find and apply to environmental manager jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to environmental manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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