Environmental & Sustainability Jobs in Chicago, IL (Now Hiring) — 581 open

Senior Manager - Global Management Solutions

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$121k–$164k/yr

Senior+$953M raised

Overview When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast…

Skills: Property management, Operations management, Risk assessment, Budget management, Contract negotiation

Chemical Plant Operator I

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$28/hr–$42/hr

Entry level$4.8B raised

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab’s team and help create a world in which we all thrive. Ecolab is seeking a Chemical Plant Operator I to join our team in Clearing, IL. As a C…

Skills: Chemical mixing, Industrial mixing, Forklift operation, Quality control, Preventative maintenance

Manager Utilities- Refrigeration/PSM, North America

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$98k–$130k/yr

Senior$6M raised

​ Position Title: Manager Utilities- Refrigeration/PSM, North America Position Type: Regular - Full-Time ​ Grade: Grade 06 Requisition ID: 43127 ​ In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about cre…

Skills: Process Safety Management, Ammonia refrigeration, Root cause analysis, Regulatory compliance, Engineering standards

Housekeeping Assistant Specialist I - Support Services Environmental, Part-time, Evenings

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level$25M raised

Company Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As…

Skills: Housekeeping, Environmental services, Floor maintenance, Sanitization, Waste disposal

MRF Sorter

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level$102M raised

The MRF Sorter is responsible for ensuring proper sorting of materials on the conveyor are being removed and placed in corresponding containers. Reports to: MRF Supervisor/Site Supervisor Essential Job Duties: Inspect an…

Skills: Material sorting, Inspection, Safety compliance, Equipment operation, Heavy lifting

Key Account Store Operations Specialist

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$60k–$65k/yr

Mid level

Key Account Store Operations Specialist Our mission at Too Good To Go is to inspire and empower everyone to fight food waste together. It’s a big mission, and that’s where you come in! At Too Good To Go, you’ll join a te…

Skills: Customer support, Account management, Onboarding, KPI tracking, Data reporting

Senior Project Manager - Building Assessment Equity Services

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$90k–$125k/yr

Senior+

Description POSITION: Senior Project Manager – Building Assessment LOCATION: Greater Chicago, IL POSITION SUMMARY As a Senior Project Manager within AEI’s Building Assessment division, your primary responsibilities will …

Skills: Property condition assessments, Technical writing, Construction management, Building forensics, Cost estimating

Business Development Representative

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$74k–$92k/yr

Mid level$4.0B raised

Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-foc…

Skills: Sales, Business Development, Lead Generation, Contract Negotiation, Site Due Diligence

Waste Water Technician

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level

Classification: Non-Exempt We are Alsco Uniforms. We’ve been working hard for our customers since 1889 when we invented the uniform and linen rental industry. Alsco Uniforms has grown into a worldwide leader servin…

Skills: Wastewater treatment, Electrical troubleshooting, Preventative maintenance, Boiler operation, Welding

Housing Access and Affordability Strategy Lead – Community Development Banking – Executive Director

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$181k–$300k/yr

Senior+$1.6B raised

Help drive a transformative initiative to expand the creation and preservation of affordable, workforce, and middle-income multifamily housing across the United States. As the nation’s leading multifamily lender, we are …

Skills: Multifamily housing finance, Capital markets, Strategic planning, Public policy, Stakeholder management

Structural Engineer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote OK

$150k–$200k/yr

Senior$1.2B raised

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work he…

Skills: Structural design, Data center design, Concrete structures, Steel framing, BIM

Mechanical Engineer, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote OK

$150k–$195k/yr

Senior$1.2B raised

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work he…

Skills: HVAC System Design, Heat Rejection, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Capacity Planning, Energy Efficiency

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Part-Time Evening Trash Collector

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$400/hr–$1k

Entry level

Description Evening Side Job – Trash Porter | Earn $400–$1300 per Month | 2-4 Hours Per Night Looking for a reliable way to earn extra income in the evenings? We are hiring Part-Time Evening Trash Porters to service comm…

Skills: Trash collection, Waste management, Physical stamina, Time management, Reliability

Associate, Permitting

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$85k–$103k/yr

Mid level$10B raised

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that incl…

Skills: Permitting, Regulatory compliance, Project management, Technical writing, Legal writing

Associate, Renewable Development

Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site

$85k–$103k/yr

Mid level$10B raised

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that incl…

Skills: Renewable energy development, Project management, Market assessment, Site reconnaissance, Pricing strategy

Sr. Accountant, Accounting & Reporting

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$80k–$95k/yr

Mid level$2.9B raised

About the Role The individual will be responsible for reconciling account balances, maintaining general ledger, preparing month-end close adjustments and compiling financial statements. This role requires excellent analy…

Skills: General ledger, Financial reporting, Month-end close, Account reconciliation, Inventory management

Associate, Renewable Development

Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site

$85k–$103k/yr

Mid level$10B raised

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that incl…

Skills: Renewable energy development, Project management, Market assessment, Site reconnaissance, Pricing strategy

Environmental Services EVS Worker Lead - UI Health EVS

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$21/hr

Entry level

Job Description The Environmental Services Worker Lead provides work leadership to hourly employees in completion of their job duties in Aramark Facility Services areas of responsibility during the event and will also pe…

Skills: Leadership, Environmental services, Sanitation procedures, Quality control, Staff supervision

Technician

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level$7.2B raised

The Opportunity Be part of New Zealand's first Thermal Hydrolysis Process (THP) technology! This is a unique, career-defining role where you'll become one of the country's first specialised THP operators, working with cu…

Skills: Wastewater treatment, SCADA systems, Process control, Anaerobic digestion, Thermal drying

Senior Analyst, Renewable Development

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$72k–$88k/yr

Mid level$10B raised

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that incl…

Skills: Renewable energy development, Project management, Financial modeling, Due diligence, Site reconnaissance

Frequently asked questions

How much do Environmental & Sustainability jobs in Chicago, IL pay?

Based on 443 listings with disclosed salaries, most environmental & sustainability jobs in Chicago, IL pay between $60k–$155k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.

How many Environmental & Sustainability jobs are open in Chicago, IL right now?

There are currently 581 open environmental & sustainability positions in Chicago, IL listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Environmental & Sustainability roles in Chicago, IL?

Companies currently hiring include Invenergy, Sargent & Lundy, Langan Engineering & Environmental Services, WM, Stantec Consulting International Ltd., among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

Are there remote or hybrid Environmental & Sustainability jobs in Chicago, IL?

Yes — 193 of the 581 open environmental & sustainability positions offer remote or hybrid work (37 remote, 156 hybrid).

How do I apply for Environmental & Sustainability jobs in Chicago, IL?

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