Environmental Manager Jobs in Virginia

An Environmental Manager in the environmental industry is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental strategies, policies, and programs that promote sustainable development. They conduct environmental audits and assessments, identify and reduce environmental risks, and manage the development of environmental programs. They also ensure compliance with environmental legislation and keep abreast of changes in environmental standards and legislation. Their objective is to control the impact of an organization's operations on the environment, ensuring legal and corporate environmental obligations are met, and reducing carbon footprint.

Important skills for this role include excellent project management skills, strong knowledge of environmental legislation, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to influence and negotiate. They should ideally hold a degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related field, and professional certifications like Certified Environmental Professional (CEP) or Certified Professional Environmental Auditor (CPEA) can be advantageous. Prior roles that could lead to becoming an Environmental Manager could include Environmental Officer, Environmental Consultant, or Environmental Analyst.

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Manager of Environmental Services

  • VA
  • 24 days ago
  • VA
  • 24 days ago

Description Introduction Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Manager of Environmental Services with Chippenham Hospital you...

Environmental Manager

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 1 day ago

Assist with developing and securing new or updated permits and plans in coordination with the Regional Environmental Manager....

Operations Manager-Environmental Services

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

Overview Environmental Services Operations Manager Ensures health and safety is the number one goal by following Shamrock's safety program, processes, policies and practices. Salaried position,...

District Forester-Staunton River District

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 6 days ago

Title: District Forester-Staunton River District State Role Title: Natural Resource Manager II Hiring Range: $65,000.00-$75,000.00 DOE Pay Band: 5 Agency: Department of Forestry Location: Central...

Environmental, Health & Safety Manager (Onsite)

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago

Sciences, Engineering, or related field and 8 years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety, Risk, or other related field; or an advanced degree with 5 years of experience U.S. citizenship...

Associate Forester

  • Lovingston, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Lovingston, VA
  • 8 days ago

CVEC is seeking an experienced Associate Forester, who will work under the direction of the Forester, in applying accepted management practices to provide control of vegetation conditions in...

State Forest Manager-Cumberland State Forest

  • Cumberland, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Cumberland, VA
  • 8 days ago

Title: State Forest Manager-Cumberland State Forest State Role Title: Natural Resource Manager I Hiring Range: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 Pay Band: 4 Agency: Department of Forestry Location: Cumberland...

Safety, Health & Environmental Manager

  • Richmond, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 9 days ago

Essential Functions Loss Prevention Responsibilities Conducts or assist with new employee project orientation and basic training with Balfour Beatty and subcontractor employees. Coordinates all...

Consulting Utility Forester Gate City, VA

  • Gate City, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Gate City, VA
  • 9 days ago

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc. Locations: Gate City, VA Additional Locations: Gate City Work Site: On Site Req ID: 209936 Position Overview POSITION LOCATION: Gate City, VA Pay Range: $19 -...

Environmental Services - Manager in Training

  • Galax, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Galax, VA
  • 11 days ago

Overview Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, and nutritional services within the healthcare market. For over 45 years, we...

Environmental Services Manager

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 14 days ago

Crothall Healthcare Crothall Healthcare is a Compass One Company that provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry....

Environmental Services Manager

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 16 days ago

Crothall Healthcare is a Compass One Company that provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry. Crothall serves many of...

Director of Environmental Services

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 16 days ago

Description Introduction Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering...

Transmission Utility Forester(Maintenance)

  • Lexington, VA
  • 20 days ago
  • Lexington, VA
  • 20 days ago

If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in environmental compliance with AMS....

Managed Services - Salesforce Test Environment Manager

  • Richmond, VA
  • 25 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 25 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Managed Services Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge...

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Salary for Environmental Manager Jobs in Virginia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Managers in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.7%
Master's Degree
31.6%
Doctorate Degree
5.7%
High School or GED
5.6%
Associate's Degree
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Managers in Virginia
2-4 years
25.7%
4-6 years
19.3%
1-2 years
15.9%
10+ years
14.8%
8-10 years
13.7%
6-8 years
7.3%
None
3.3%


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