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Senior Environmental Manager Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Lead the Environmental Services in sales/profit, being externally/client focused, meeting or exceeding budgeted metrics, and resource management, while also ensuring the highest possible standards of ...

Senior Environmental Scientist

Tampa, FL · On-site

$120K - $145K/yr

Your role In this role, the Senior Environmental Scientist will play a key role in the planning, execution, and management of our projects. * Lead and mentor junior staff in field surveys and data ...

Senior Environmental Scientist

Tampa, FL · On-site

$120K - $145K/yr

Your role In this role, the Senior Environmental Scientist will play a key role in the planning, execution, and management of our projects. * Lead and mentor junior staff in field surveys and data ...

Senior Environmental Scientist

Tampa, FL

$78K - $105K/yr

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is currently recruiting for a Senior Environmental Scientist with ... Managing complex water quality projects * Determining required scope and level of effort of project ...

* Provide senior-level engineering, technical leadership, and project management services in support of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Waste Cleanup Program. * Lead and ...

Senior Environmental Scientist

Orlando, FL · On-site

$77K - $104K/yr

Overview WGI is currently seeking a motivated senior-level Environmental Scientist or Environmental ... This will include serving as a project manager to plan and implement investigation and remediation ...

Senior Environmental Scientist

Miami, FL · On-site

$79K - $107K/yr

Overview WGI is currently seeking a motivated senior-level Environmental Scientist or Environmental ... This will include serving as a project manager to plan and implement investigation and remediation ...

This Opportunity WSP is initiating a search for a Sr. Environmental Engineer located in our ... Manage environmental assessment activities, including identifying and compiling of data from a ...

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How much do senior environmental manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior environmental manager in Florida is $88,374.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,100.00 and $108,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a senior environmental manager do?

A Senior Environmental Manager oversees an organization's environmental programs, ensuring compliance with environmental laws and regulations. They develop and implement sustainability initiatives, manage environmental risks, and often lead a team of specialists. Their role involves conducting environmental impact assessments, liaising with regulatory agencies, and advising senior leadership on environmental policy. They play a critical part in helping organizations minimize their environmental footprint and achieve sustainability goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior environmental manager?

A Senior Environmental Manager typically needs expertise in environmental regulations, sustainability practices, and project management, often supported by a relevant degree and several years of experience. Familiarity with environmental management systems (EMS), regulatory compliance tools, and certifications like ISO 14001 is commonly required. Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills help them effectively guide teams and collaborate with stakeholders. These abilities are crucial for ensuring environmental compliance, minimizing risks, and driving organizational sustainability initiatives.

What are some common challenges a senior environmental manager faces when implementing sustainability initiatives across multiple departments?

A Senior Environmental Manager often encounters challenges such as aligning diverse departmental goals with overarching sustainability objectives, securing buy-in from stakeholders, and navigating regulatory complexities. Building consensus and fostering collaboration among teams with different priorities—such as operations, procurement, and compliance—requires strong communication and negotiation skills. Additionally, tracking progress and demonstrating the tangible impact of initiatives can be complex, especially when dealing with large organizations or multi-site operations.

What is the difference between Senior Environmental Manager vs Environmental Specialist?

AspectSenior Environmental ManagerEnvironmental Specialist
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Environmental Science or related field, certifications like LEED, ISO 14001Bachelor's in Environmental Science, certifications like OSHA, EPA training
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, manages projects, oversees compliance in corporate or industrial settingsConducts assessments, data collection, and reporting, often in field or laboratory settings
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in corporations, consulting firms, government agencies for leadership rolesCommonly employed in environmental consulting, research, and regulatory agencies

The main difference is that a Senior Environmental Manager oversees environmental programs and manages teams, while an Environmental Specialist focuses on technical assessments and data analysis. The manager role involves strategic planning and compliance oversight, whereas the specialist role is more hands-on and detail-oriented.

What job categories do people searching Senior Environmental Manager jobs in Florida look for?

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What cities in Florida are hiring for Senior Environmental Manager jobs?

Cities in Florida with the most Senior Environmental Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Senior Environmental Manager job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,374 per year, or $42.5 per hour.

Senior Environmental Manager

Wood Plc

Jacksonville, FL • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago


Job description

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions is currently seeking a Environmental Engineering Team Lead  that will be accountable for providing leadership, guidance and operational oversight to the Environmental Engineering Services which includes: Environmental, Water, Civil and  Stormwater, Resiliency, Assessment & Remediation and municipal client services

Our employees have the opportunity to work on complex and diverse projects with the support and resources of a large international organization. At the same time, each office team takes pride in maintaining a small family like environment! We have a very comfortable and supportive culture, comprised of knowledgeable and skilled Engineers, Environmental Technicians & Scientists, Remediation Engineers, Chemists, and Data Visualization Specialists. We realize that our people are what make us known in the industry and recognized for delivering high quality and technical excellence. If you want to be a part of a dedicated and brilliant team, we'd love to hear from you!

Wood has a flexible working model at which this position can be remotely based/work from home or in an office within the Jacksonville, FL area.  Working from the office for some portion of the week is a must to allow for team development and interaction. 

Key Role and Responsibilities:

  • Lead the Environmental Services in alignment with the operational success to include; operational goals, strategies, policies and initiatives while driving accountability and collaboration.
  • Actively contribute to driving success of the Operation - support Operations Management in areas such as;
    • Business planning
    • Staff remuneration
    • Growing the business
  • Understanding and knowledge of assessment and remediation skills and services, sampling of environmental media, knowledge of FDEP environmental programs (IAQ and asbestos experience a plus)
  • Lead the Environmental Services in sales/profit, being externally/client focused, meeting or exceeding budgeted metrics, and resource management, while also ensuring the highest possible standards of integrity, safety, quality and operational excellence.
  • Provide guidance and direction to maximize margins on proposal bids through strategic scoping, high technical scoring, and maximizing rates (multipliers) and other mark-ups on commercial aspects
  • Develop and manage proposal efforts, business strategies, and work with internal legal staff to review contract terms and conditions to final approval.
  • Maintain high-value relationships with clients in the market; demonstrate excellence in client service/experience
  • Responsible for driving accountability in quality standards; utilize tools, training, and challenge team for excellence in quality of work product
  • Work effectively with project managers, key technical specialists, and the marketing team as a key leader to deliver quality projects to our clients
  • Ensure Project Managers are supported, held accountable and successfully maintain PM status as outlined by Internal PM Program standards
  • Lead selected projects within his/her technical area of expertise
  • Engage in public outreach, marketing and client communication.
  • Manage recruitment needs and demonstrate strategic thinking for staffing; actively participate in recruiting and onboarding efforts for your discipline
  • Actively promote an integrated team approach with other discipline leads and staff to facilitate effective communication and resource sharing across service lines and regions
  • Collaborate with other teams across Florida to grow market share across targeted clients
  • Oversee day to day workload management (manage utilization and non-chargeable time) of all staff within the Team
  • Timesheet review and approvals
  • Create a 'team' and collaborative culture through demonstrating open communication, developing trust, and recognizing staff and providing ongoing construction feedback
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to staff; ensure ongoing performance feedback, support development and growth, address performance and behavioral issues as necessary
  • Promote Wood's strong Health and Safety culture
  • Lead by example with integrity
Skills / Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred in engineering (environmental or civil)
  • PE or applicable professional certification
  • 10 to 15 years of related experience
  • 5 years in a leadership or management capacity
  • 5 years of experience with successful proposal writing and development
  • 3-5 years project management and business development experience
  • Ability to prepare design engineering calculations, reports, specifications and drawings
  • AutoCAD Civil3D knowledge and experience a plus
  • Extensive experience to provide mentorship to junior staff and provide technical and quality control project reviews
  • Strong understanding of the diverse facets of the permitting process and a sound ability to prioritize and accomplish the needs of a project in a comprehensive and timely fashion
  • Ability to read, comprehend, and prepare construction drawings and technical specifications
  • Domestic travel may be required - The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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