Environmental Project Manager Jobs in Virginia
Environmental Project Manager jobs in Virginia are consistently in demand, with strong hiring concentrated in environmental consulting, federal contracting, and infrastructure remediation across experience levels from entry-level coordinator through senior principal. The largest hiring markets are the Northern Virginia corridor, Richmond, and Hampton Roads, where employers such as AECOM, Leidos, and ICF regularly carry openings. The most sought-after specialties in Virginia include NEPA compliance, hazardous materials remediation, and stormwater management tied to the state's dense federal and defense footprint. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.
Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.
Your Opportunity
Stantec Government Services (GS) is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to both lead and participate in environmental compliance projects for government and commercial clients. The successful candidate will be able to manage interdisciplinary personnel to conduct environmental compliance projects, support a variety of environmental compliance project pursuits, and will possess the technical background and communication skills necessary to develop and review project deliverables. This position requires a consistent in-office presence to promote employee engagement, strengthen client relationships, and support successful business operations and project delivery.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Carry out project management for environmental compliance projects, including developing project budgets, maintaining good client relations, managing project personnel including subcontractors, and respecting budgets and deadlines as agreed in our service offers.
- Participate in the overall development of environmental compliance services by identifying business opportunities and potential clients.
- Provide environmental compliance consulting services (e.g., development of SPCC Plans and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, initial and renewal of permit applications, corrective action support) to both government and commercial clients.
- Work with an interdisciplinary environmental compliance team to provide audit services across the U.S.
- Serve as an environmental auditor to evaluate diverse facility types for compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory standards.
- Assist with the development of findings, recommendations, and corrective actions to mitigate environmental hazards across various environmental media, including but not limited to, air emissions, potable water, water pollution control, hazardous materials management, solid and hazardous waste management, and toxic substances control.
- Perform Quality Assurance/Quality Control for project deliverables such as audit findings, monthly/quarterly progress reports, and environmental management plans.
- Collaborate internally with professionals from other business units to provide environmental compliance services.
- Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Stantec GS’ Charlottesville, Virginia office, or be willing to relocate to the Charlottesville area, and maintain a regular in-office presence to support collaboration with employees, clients, and business operations.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Knowledge of environmental regulatory standards and programs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with clients, team members, and subcontractors
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, as well as a pre-employment physical and drug screen
- Ability and willingness to travel at least 25% of the time
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or related field
- At least 5 years of experience with performing environmental compliance audits and inspections, supporting compliance with applicable Federal, state, and local regulatory standards, and managing environmental compliance projects
- Certified Professional Environmental Auditor (CPEA), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), Project Management Professional (PMP), ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Training, or other environmental management certification highly desired
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Pay Range:
- Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas-$75,200.00 - $109,000.00 Annually
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements
Primary Location: United States | VA | Charlottesville
Organization: BC-2374 EnvSvcs-US Government Services
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 16/09/2026 02:09:26
Req ID: 1007721
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.
Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.
Your Opportunity
Stantec Government Services (GS) is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to both lead and participate in environmental compliance projects for government and commercial clients. The successful candidate will be able to manage interdisciplinary personnel to conduct environmental compliance projects, support a variety of environmental compliance project pursuits, and will possess the technical background and communication skills necessary to develop and review project deliverables. This position requires a consistent in-office presence to promote employee engagement, strengthen client relationships, and support successful business operations and project delivery.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Carry out project management for environmental compliance projects, including developing project budgets, maintaining good client relations, managing project personnel including subcontractors, and respecting budgets and deadlines as agreed in our service offers.
- Participate in the overall development of environmental compliance services by identifying business opportunities and potential clients.
- Provide environmental compliance consulting services (e.g., development of SPCC Plans and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, initial and renewal of permit applications, corrective action support) to both government and commercial clients.
- Work with an interdisciplinary environmental compliance team to provide audit services across the U.S.
- Serve as an environmental auditor to evaluate diverse facility types for compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory standards.
- Assist with the development of findings, recommendations, and corrective actions to mitigate environmental hazards across various environmental media, including but not limited to, air emissions, potable water, water pollution control, hazardous materials management, solid and hazardous waste management, and toxic substances control.
- Perform Quality Assurance/Quality Control for project deliverables such as audit findings, monthly/quarterly progress reports, and environmental management plans.
- Collaborate internally with professionals from other business units to provide environmental compliance services.
- Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Stantec GS’ Charlottesville, Virginia office, or be willing to relocate to the Charlottesville area, and maintain a regular in-office presence to support collaboration with employees, clients, and business operations.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Knowledge of environmental regulatory standards and programs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with clients, team members, and subcontractors
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, as well as a pre-employment physical and drug screen
- Ability and willingness to travel at least 25% of the time
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or related field
- At least 5 years of experience with performing environmental compliance audits and inspections, supporting compliance with applicable Federal, state, and local regulatory standards, and managing environmental compliance projects
- Certified Professional Environmental Auditor (CPEA), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), Project Management Professional (PMP), ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Training, or other environmental management certification highly desired
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Pay Range:
- Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas-$75,200.00 - $109,000.00 Annually
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements
Primary Location: United States | VA | Charlottesville
Organization: BC-2374 EnvSvcs-US Government Services
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 16/09/2026 02:09:26
Req ID: 1007721
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental project manager jobs across Virginia.
- Virginia DEQ-recognized environmental credentials or relevant state regulatory compliance experience preferred
- Bachelor's or master's degree in environmental science, engineering, or closely related field required
- Project Management Professional certification or equivalent program management credential strongly preferred
- Minimum five years managing environmental projects including site assessments or remediation programs
- Demonstrated experience with NEPA documentation, permitting, and federal or state agency coordination
- Proficiency with GIS platforms, environmental data management systems, and technical report writing
Environmental Project Manager Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a environmental project manager in Virginia?
Most environmental project managers in Virginia hold a bachelor's degree in environmental science, civil engineering, geology, or a related field, with a master's preferred for senior roles. While Virginia does not issue a distinct environmental project manager license, many positions require or favor a Professional Engineer license through the Virginia Board for Engineers and Land Surveyors, or a Professional Geologist license through the Virginia Board for Geology. Certifications such as the Project Management Professional credential and HAZWOPER training strengthen candidacy considerably.
How much do environmental project managers make in Virginia?
Environmental project managers in Virginia earn a median of about $150,570 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $84,080 for the lowest 10% to over $212,620 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire environmental project managers in Virginia?
Employers hiring environmental project managers in Virginia right now include ECS Limited, Burns & McDonnell, and AECOM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's deep federal contracting presence and active state regulatory environment mean that both large consulting firms and government prime contractors consistently maintain openings across the state.
Which Virginia cities have the most environmental project manager jobs?
Richmond, Roanoke, and Reston hold the most environmental project manager openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia generates the largest volume through its concentration of federal agencies and defense contractors, Richmond draws hiring tied to state government regulatory work and infrastructure projects, and Hampton Roads sees steady demand from military installation compliance, coastal remediation, and port-related environmental programs.
Are there remote environmental project manager jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're limited. Environmental project management involves frequent site visits, field assessments, and in-person agency coordination, making fully remote arrangements less common than in purely desk-based fields. About 33% of environmental project manager openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the remote-eligible portions typically covering report writing, data analysis, and client communication rather than field or permitting work.
How can I get hired as a environmental project manager in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an environmental scientist or project coordinator role at a consulting firm, which provides the site work and regulatory exposure Virginia employers require for promotion into project management. Large firms such as AECOM and ICF hire entry-level environmental scientists through campus recruiting at Virginia Tech, UVA, and George Mason. Completing HAZWOPER training and earning an entry-level credential such as the Associate Environmental Professional designation gives candidates a measurable edge when applying without direct PM experience.
Where can I find and apply to environmental project manager jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to environmental project manager jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Virginia employers and locations. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to each one.
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