Environmental Manager Jobs in Washington
Environmental manager jobs in Washington are in strong demand, concentrated in aerospace and defense, clean energy, timber and natural resources, and technology sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level environmental specialist through senior program manager and director. The largest hiring hubs are Seattle, Tacoma, and Spokane, where major employers including Boeing, Amazon, and the Washington State Department of Ecology maintain lasting environmental management teams. The most in-demand specialties in Washington are stormwater and NPDES compliance, hazardous materials management, and environmental permitting under the State Environmental Policy Act. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Our Benefits
Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive compensation and benefit package:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Health Savings Account
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Tuition Assistance
Employee Referral Bonus
And more!
The EHS Manager position is responsible for the implementation of the company’s safety health and environmental programs. Ensures jobsite employees and subcontractors are trained in all safety programs and protocol, including federal/state regulations, in order to prevent accidents and/or injuries.
Essential Functions
- Conducts new employee project orientation and basic training with Balfour Beatty and subcontractor employees.
- Assists Safety, Health, and Environmental and Operations in preparing safety related bid documents and project-specific safety programs.
- Coordinates all Safety Health and Environmental efforts on the project with the Project Manager and Superintendent.
- Attends subcontractor preconstruction meetings, review task specific Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and assist with planning for safety issues.
- Assists with material and equipment acquisition for new project setup.
- Conducts frequent inspections of projects and identifies current and future safety challenges.
- Assists Safety Health and Environmental in establishing and administering project safety recognition programs.
- Prepares written reports of project inspections and assists project staff with correcting and preventing hazards.
- Conducts project safety audits.
- Provides technical safety consulting services for projects and reviews preconstruction safety submittals.
- Leads Safety Health and Environmental and project staff with safety training at all levels.
- Assists with establishing and maintaining a project crisis management plan.
- Conducts accident investigations and assists with OSHA and environmental inspections.
- Manages workers compensation claims including the return to work program.
- Maintains project incident logs for all reported injuries, GL claims, WC claims, and OSHA recordables.
- Assists Superintendent with sediment and erosion control and other environmental responsibilities.
- Promote Customer Relations
- Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations.
- Actively participates in industry, client and community relations to enhance company image.
- Serves as a role model and promotes professional behavior.
- Participates in company training programs and commits to self-development.
- Keeps current with new developments in OSHA regulations and company safety policies, and communicates to the appropriate jobsite personnel.
- The majority of work is completed on job sites in an office trailer or in an existing structure. Due to daily condition changes on construction projects, when employees are outside of the office trailer or structure, they must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by the company's safety policies and as required for weather conditions.
- The project team and/or team member may need to move to other projected work geographic locations, if necessary.
- 10 years of experience as a Site Safety and Health Officer
- Must have current OSHA 30 certification
- Must meet USACE EM-385 qualifications
- This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
- Electronics & Hardware
- Construction & Real Estate
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental manager jobs across Washington.
- Washington State Ecology or SEPA compliance knowledge required for most positions
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or a closely related field
- Professional certifications such as CHMM or LEED recognized across Washington employers
- Minimum five years of environmental compliance or program management experience preferred
- Demonstrated experience with stormwater management and NPDES permit administration
- Strong written communication skills for preparing environmental impact statements and reports
Environmental Manager Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a environmental manager in Washington?
Most environmental manager roles in Washington require a bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, natural resources, or a related field, followed by several years of progressive experience in compliance, permitting, or program management. Washington does not issue a single mandatory state license for environmental managers, but employers strongly favor candidates holding credentials such as the Certified Hazardous Materials Manager designation or a Professional Engineer license issued through the Washington State Department of Licensing. Experience with Washington's State Environmental Policy Act and Department of Ecology permitting processes is a practical prerequisite.
How much do environmental managers make in Washington?
Environmental managers in Washington earn a median of about $164,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $100,990 for the lowest 10% to over $272,470 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire environmental managers in Washington?
Employers hiring environmental managers in Washington right now include Amazon, Meta, and State of Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's aerospace, clean energy, and public-sector industries generate consistent year-round demand, meaning both private corporations and state and municipal agencies appear regularly among active employers.
Which Washington cities have the most environmental manager jobs?
Seattle, Vancouver, and Olympia have the most environmental manager openings in Washington. Seattle and Tacoma concentrate the bulk of opportunities because of the region's large aerospace manufacturing base, active port operations, and the headquarters presence of major technology and industrial companies, while Spokane draws demand from eastern Washington's agricultural, mining, and public-sector environmental programs.
Are there remote environmental manager jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Environmental management typically involves site visits, fieldwork, and in-person regulatory inspections that limit fully remote arrangements. About 43% of environmental manager openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting a market that leans toward on-site or hybrid schedules. The portions of the role most compatible with remote work are data analysis, report writing, and regulatory document preparation.
How can I get hired as a environmental manager in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an environmental specialist or environmental analyst role, which Washington public agencies and large industrial employers use to bring in candidates with a relevant degree but limited field experience. The Washington State Department of Ecology, King County, and major aerospace contractors regularly post early-career environmental positions that serve as direct pipelines into management tracks. Building hands-on experience through an internship with a Washington Department of Natural Resources program or a county stormwater utility, and pursuing the LEED Green Associate credential early, gives candidates a measurable edge over other applicants without direct management experience.
Where can I find and apply to environmental manager jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to environmental manager jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly through each listing.
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