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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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.
Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?
What You’ll Do
- Manage environmental projects from scoping through completion, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget performance.
- Oversee and conduct Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
- Direct soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, soil vapor, and stormwater sampling.
- Prepare technical reports, permits, and regulatory approvals.
- Serve as a key client contact and mentor junior staff.
- Support business development and proposal efforts.
- Regulatory-facing expertise and leadership (informed by Ohio EPA supervisory experience)
- Deep experience with Ohio VAP , RCRA, CERCLA, TSCA, and BUSTR frameworks
- Phase II ESA leadership, environmental sampling, and compliance-driven project work
- Mentorship, staff supervision, and project/program oversight elements layered into responsibilities
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of environmental consulting experience
- 2+ years of project management experience
- Knowledge of RCRA, CERCLA, TSCA, Ohio VAP, and BUSTR
- Strong communication and technical writing skills
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER preferred
- Work performed in indoor and outdoor environments, including uneven terrain
- Lifting/carrying requirements based on role demands
- Certain projects or client sites may require post-offer drug screening, background screening, or other compliance requirements as a condition of site access or project participation.
Salary Range:
Benefits:
- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off + Holidays
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
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Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!
At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.
Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.
Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.
Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?
What You’ll Do
- Manage environmental projects from scoping through completion, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget performance.
- Oversee and conduct Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
- Direct soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, soil vapor, and stormwater sampling.
- Prepare technical reports, permits, and regulatory approvals.
- Serve as a key client contact and mentor junior staff.
- Support business development and proposal efforts.
- Regulatory-facing expertise and leadership (informed by Ohio EPA supervisory experience)
- Deep experience with Ohio VAP , RCRA, CERCLA, TSCA, and BUSTR frameworks
- Phase II ESA leadership, environmental sampling, and compliance-driven project work
- Mentorship, staff supervision, and project/program oversight elements layered into responsibilities
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of environmental consulting experience
- 2+ years of project management experience
- Knowledge of RCRA, CERCLA, TSCA, Ohio VAP, and BUSTR
- Strong communication and technical writing skills
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER preferred
- Work performed in indoor and outdoor environments, including uneven terrain
- Lifting/carrying requirements based on role demands
- Certain projects or client sites may require post-offer drug screening, background screening, or other compliance requirements as a condition of site access or project participation.
Salary Range:
Benefits:
- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off + Holidays
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet
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Environmental Project Manager Job Market in Ohio
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
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, EMH&T, and Stantec, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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 33% of environmental project manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 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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