Environmental Project Manager Jobs in Ohio

Environmental Project Manager jobs in Ohio are in steady demand, with the strongest concentration in remediation, industrial compliance, and infrastructure redevelopment across manufacturing-heavy regions and Great Lakes watershed initiatives. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor the bulk of openings, with established employers like AECOM, Arcadis, and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency consistently hiring at levels from entry-level field coordinator through senior program manager. The most sought-after specialties include brownfield redevelopment, stormwater management, and CERCLA site remediation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles25
Top employerBurns & McDonnell
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring13
Work type50% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Environmental Programs Project Specialist
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Environmental Programs Project Specialist
City of Cleveland, OH
Cleveland, Ohio
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
Project Management
$50k - $52k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business

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QC Environmental Monitoring Technician I - 2nd Shift (1:30 PM to 10:00 PM)
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QC Environmental Monitoring Technician I - 2nd Shift (1:30 PM to 10:00 PM)
American Regent
Hilliard, Ohio
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Environmental Science
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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Senior Environmental Project Manager - 6 years minimum experience
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Senior Environmental Project Manager - 6 years minimum experience
AECOM
Cincinnati, Ohio
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$105k - $125k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Environmental Project Manager 2
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Environmental Project Manager 2
Atlas Technical Consultants
Sharonville, Ohio
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
1,001-5,000

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Environmental Project Manager
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Environmental Project Manager
Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.
Mayfield Heights, Ohio
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
Hybrid
Master's degree
1,001-5,000

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Environmental Project Manager Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
6 jobs
Akron
4 jobs
Cincinnati
3 jobs
Hilliard
2 jobs
West Chester
2 jobs
Parma
1 job
Solon
1 job
Dublin
1 job
Holland
1 job

Environmental Project Manager Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

Burns & McDonnell7 open roles
Verdantas2 open roles
ECS Limited2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Ohio Employers Look For

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

  • Ohio EPA-recognized environmental certifications such as CHMM or REPA preferred for regulatory work
  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, geology, or closely related field required
  • Project management experience including budget oversight, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination
  • Familiarity with Ohio EPA regulations, CERCLA, RCRA, and Clean Water Act compliance frameworks
  • PMP or similar project management credential increasingly required by consulting and government employers
  • Proficiency with GIS, environmental data management software, and technical report writing

Environmental Project Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a environmental project manager in Ohio?

Most environmental project 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 for the title itself, but many roles require a Professional Engineer registration through the Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors, or a Certified Hazardous Materials Manager credential. Gaining field experience through consulting firms or Ohio EPA contract work is the standard path to a full project management role.

How much do environmental project managers make in Ohio?

Environmental project managers in Ohio earn a median of about $137,170 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,720 for the lowest 10% to over $217,760 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire environmental project managers in Ohio?

Employers hiring environmental project managers in Ohio right now include Burns & McDonnell, Verdantas, and ECS Limited, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's dense concentration of industrial sites, brownfields, and Great Lakes compliance obligations keeps large environmental consulting firms and state agency contractors among the most consistent hirers in the state.

Which Ohio cities have the most environmental project manager jobs?

Columbus, Akron, and Cincinnati lead Ohio for environmental project manager openings. Columbus draws demand through state agency headquarters and a growing infrastructure sector, Cleveland's legacy industrial base and Lake Erie remediation projects sustain consulting work, and Cincinnati's chemical manufacturing corridor and Ohio River watershed programs generate consistent compliance and remediation roles.

Are there remote environmental project manager jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. Site visits, field oversight, and agency coordination make most environmental project manager work inherently on-site or hybrid. About 50% of environmental project manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to focus on report writing, data review, regulatory research, and program administration rather than active site management.

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

The most realistic entry path is a field technician or environmental scientist role at an Ohio-based consulting firm such as AECOM, Arcadis, or Terracon, where early-career hires spend time on site assessments and sampling before moving into project coordination. Ohio EPA also hires environmental specialists at the entry level who build regulatory knowledge applicable to consulting careers. Earning a CHMM or pursuing PMP training while working in an adjacent role accelerates the move into full project management responsibility.

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

You can find and apply to environmental project manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly.

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