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Environmental Engineering Director Salary in the United States

How much does an Environmental Engineering Director make in the United States?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Engineering Director in the United States is $192,384 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $92.

However, an Environmental Engineering Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $203,342
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $181,788 to $198,120
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $172,141
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Environmental Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $198,120 $16,510 $3,810 $95
Average $192,384 $16,032 $3,700 $92
25th Percentile $181,788 $15,149 $3,496 $87
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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Engineering Director Salaries

An Environmental Engineering Director's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Environmental Engineering Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Engineering Director's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Environmental Engineering Senior Supervisor (3-5 years): $105,352
  • Environmental Engineering Manager (5+ years): $122,435
  • Environmental Engineering Senior Manager (5+ years): $168,277
  • Environmental Engineering Director (5+ years): $192,384
  • VP of Environmental Engineering (5+ years): $242,089
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Environmental Engineering Senior Supervisor3-5 years$105,352
Environmental Engineering Manager5+ years$122,435
Environmental Engineering Senior Manager5+ years$168,277
Environmental Engineering Director5+ years$192,384
VP of Environmental Engineering5+ years$242,089
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Top Paying Cities for Environmental Engineering Directors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $242,654
  • San Francisco: $240,268
  • Oakland: $234,939

Environmental Engineering Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental Engineering Director's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on March 01, 2026

Environmental Engineering Director Salary Growth & Career Path

For an Environmental Engineering Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Environmental Engineering role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $242,089 - a projected growth of 26% over your current level.

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FAQ about Environmental Engineering Director

1. Where can an Environmental Engineering Director earn the most?

An Environmental Engineering Director's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, an Environmental Engineering Director earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of an Environmental Engineering Director is $242,654.

2. What is the highest pay for Environmental Engineering Director?

The highest pay for Environmental Engineering Director is $203,342.

3. What is the lowest pay for Environmental Engineering Director?

The lowest pay for Environmental Engineering Director is $172,141.

4. What are the responsibilities of Environmental Engineering Director?

Directs the overall environmental engineering operations and strategy within an organization. Develops and designs policies and procedures to guide environmental experiments and analysis. Ensures all projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with the organization's established policies and objectives. Collaborates and partners with key stakeholders to align priorities and drive projects forward. Stays abreast of advancements in environmental engineering and industry best practices. Ensures the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local environmental legislation. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline. Typically reports to senior management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.

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