# Environmental Recruiting Agencies

Recruiting environmental scientists, remediation specialists, and sustainability officers who protect natural resources.

## At a glance

- **89** agencies ranked
- **8,450** total Google reviews
- Data last refreshed **March 24, 2026**

## Top 50 ranked agencies

| # | Agency | Rating (reviews) | Office locations |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | [Summit Search Group](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/summit-search-group) | 4.9 (545) | Vancouver, Oakville, Winnipeg |
| 2 | [CRM Workforce Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/crm-workforce-solutions) | 4.9 (70) | Indianapolis |
| 3 | [AllSearch Recruiting](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/allsearch-recruiting) | 4.9 (269) | Beverly, York |
| 4 | [First National Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/first-national-staffing) | 4.8 (101) | Gainesville |
| 5 | [The Axel Group](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/the-axel-group) | 4.8 (218) | Tinton Falls |
| 6 | [Waterford Executive](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/waterford-executive) | 4.8 (44) | Mississauga |
| 7 | [347 Group](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/347-group) | 4.8 (40) | Granite Bay |
| 8 | [All Purpose Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/all-purpose-staffing) | 4.7 (90) | Jacksonville |
| 9 | [RHM Staffing Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/rhm-staffing-solutions) | 4.7 (3,907) | Bloomington, Schaumburg, Greenwood |
| 10 | [Safe T Professionals, LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/safe-t-professionals-llc) | 4.7 (9) | Chandler |
| 11 | [The Newport Group](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/the-newport-group) | 4.6 (36) | Encinitas |
| 12 | [Redline Resources](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/redline-resources) | 4.6 (35) | Shelby Township |
| 13 | [Workspire](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/workspire) | 4.6 (5) | Littleton |
| 14 | [CareerPoint Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/careerpoint-staffing) | 4.6 (4) | New York |
| 15 | [Webuild Services LLC / Webuild Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/webuild-services-llc-webuild-staffing) | 4.6 (4) | Lincoln |
| 16 | [QEOSH HSE Staffing & Recruitment Inc.](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/qeosh-hse-staffing-recruitment-inc) | 4.6 (3) | Mississauga |
| 17 | [Delta Partners](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/delta-partners) | 4.5 (2) | Solon |
| 18 | [Isaacson Miller Inc](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/isaacson-miller-inc) | 4.5 (2) | Washington |
| 19 | [MCS Group](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/mcs-group) | 4.5 (2) | Marshfield |
| 20 | [Byrnes & Rupkey Inc](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/byrnes-rupkey-inc) | 4.5 (1) | Waterloo |
| 21 | [EGS Inc.](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/egs-inc) | 4.5 (1) | Aiken, Englewood |
| 22 | [Engineering Resource Group Inc.](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/engineering-resource-group-inc) | 4.5 (1) | Parsippany |
| 23 | [Integral Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/integral-staffing) | 4.5 (1) | — |
| 24 | [Rigsby Search Group](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/rigsby-search-group) | 4.5 (1) | Cheshire |
| 25 | [Value Added Solutions, Inc.](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/value-added-solutions-inc) | 4.5 (1) | Aiken |
| 26 | [I-TECH Resources, Inc.](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/i-tech-resources-inc) | 4.5 (60) | Jacksonville |
| 27 | [WORKERS.COM](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/workerscom) | 4.5 (37) | Concord |
| 28 | [24-7 Safety Staffing and Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/24-7-safety-staffing-and-solutions) | 4.5 (0) | Lake Forest |
| 29 | [Aarcher Talent](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/aarcher-talent) | 4.5 (0) | Annapolis |
| 30 | [Broadreach Staffing Solutions, LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/broadreach-staffing-solutions-llc) | 4.5 (0) | Marshfield |
| 31 | [Carden Recruiting International LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/carden-recruiting-international-llc) | 4.5 (0) | Lemont |
| 32 | [Career Recruiting Specialists](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/career-recruiting-specialists) | 4.5 (0) | — |
| 33 | [Confidential Career Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/confidential-career-solutions) | 4.5 (0) | — |
| 34 | [Consentium Search](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/consentium-search) | 4.5 (0) | Short Hills |
| 35 | [Direct Connection](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/direct-connection) | 4.5 (0) | Memphis |
| 36 | [Eagle Enviromental staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/eagle-enviromental-staffing) | 4.5 (0) | Christiansburg |
| 37 | [Elucidate Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/elucidate-staffing) | 4.5 (0) | — |
| 38 | [EPC STAFF Acquisition and Development, LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/epc-staff-acquisition-and-development-llc) | 4.5 (0) | Las Vegas |
| 39 | [ERSG](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/ersg) | 4.5 (0) | Orlando, Lake Mary |
| 40 | [ExecBase- Recruiting Passive Candidates Since 1999](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/execbase-recruiting-passive-candidates-since-1999) | 4.5 (0) | Redondo Beach |
| 41 | [GbR Smith Group LLC](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/gbr-smith-group-llc) | 4.5 (0) | Walnut Creek |
| 42 | [Lights on Staffing](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/lights-on-staffing) | 4.5 (0) | Citrus Heights |
| 43 | [Locke Associates Environmental Recruiters](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/locke-associates-environmental-recruiters) | 4.5 (0) | North Attleborough |
| 44 | [LS Doll \| LS Doll & Associates](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/ls-doll-ls-doll-associates) | 4.5 (0) | Orland Park |
| 45 | [Management Recruiters Green](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/management-recruiters-green) | 4.5 (0) | Jenks |
| 46 | [National Engineering Search](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/national-engineering-search) | 4.5 (0) | Bend |
| 47 | [OnSight Employment Solutions](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/onsight-employment-solutions) | 4.5 (0) | The Woodlands |
| 48 | [Sales Consultants of Auburn Hills](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/sales-consultants-of-auburn-hills) | 4.5 (0) | Auburn Hills |
| 49 | [Search Specialists](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/search-specialists) | 4.5 (0) | Lithia |
| 50 | [The Griffin Groupe](https://recruiterrank.co/profile/the-griffin-groupe) | 4.5 (0) | — |

## How These Rankings Work

Scores come from **Google Reviews** via the Google Places API — never from paid placements, and never set by the agencies themselves. We apply a **Bayesian adjusted average** to prevent small-sample distortion (a 2-review 5.0-star agency shouldn't outrank a 200-review 4.8-star one):

```
adjusted_score = (v / (v + m)) * R + (m / (v + m)) * C
```

- `v` — total reviews across all offices
- `m` — prior weight (**20**)
- `R` — the agency's weighted average score
- `C` — the platform-wide mean

So with a global mean of 4.2: an agency with **5 reviews at 5.0** scores 4.36, while one with **200 reviews at 4.8** scores 4.75. The second outranks the first because the score is backed by more evidence.

Multi-office agencies get a single weighted score across locations. Every listing is human-reviewed before publication. Scores refresh hourly. [Read the full methodology →](https://recruiterrank.co/methodology)

## FAQ

### What's typically included in an environmental recruiting agency's fee?

Environmental recruiting fees typically include candidate sourcing, credential verification (CRCST, HAZWOPER, Professional Geologist licenses), technical screening on remediation methodologies or ESG frameworks, and salary negotiation. Most agencies charge 20 to 25 percent of first-year compensation on contingency placements, while retained searches for senior sustainability directors or principal environmental scientists run 25 to 33 percent, paid in installments. Fees cover replacement guarantees ranging from 30 to 90 days, though terms for specialized roles like NEPA compliance officers or brownfield remediation experts may extend longer given credential requirements.

### What types of environmental roles do these recruiting agencies typically fill?

These agencies recruit across the full spectrum of environmental positions, from entry-level field technicians conducting soil and water sampling to senior remediation project managers overseeing brownfield cleanups. Common placements include environmental scientists, EHS specialists, sustainability coordinators, regulatory compliance officers, air quality engineers and wetland consultants. Many firms also fill corporate sustainability roles—particularly ESG reporting analysts and carbon reduction program managers—as well as specialized positions in asbestos abatement, Phase I assessments and NEPA permitting. Agencies with deeper benches handle both consulting firm needs and direct-hire corporate positions.

### Which environmental credentials carry the most weight with these agencies?

Top agencies prioritize candidates holding Certified Environmental Scientist (CES), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), and Registered Environmental Manager (REM) designations. LEED accreditation matters particularly for sustainability roles, while state-specific Professional Geologist licenses prove essential for remediation positions. ISO 14001 Lead Auditor certification strengthens candidacy for compliance-focused searches. Technical certifications in Phase I/II ESA protocols, RCRA permitting and NEPA compliance documentation consistently differentiate finalists. Most recruiters also value 40-hour HAZWOPER training as baseline proof of field readiness across multiple environmental disciplines.

### How can I tell if an environmental recruiting agency is reputable?

Look for agencies with recruiters who hold environmental credentials like CHMM or CEP and understand the distinction between remediation project work and long-term sustainability roles. Reputable firms maintain active relationships with state environmental agencies and can discuss regulatory drivers affecting hiring in your region. Check whether they've successfully placed specialists in both consulting firms and corporate environmental departments. Request examples of how they've sourced candidates with specific technical skills like Phase II assessments, CERCLA compliance or carbon accounting rather than general environmental backgrounds.

### Is it worth hiring a specialist environmental recruiter over a general staffing agency?

Specialist environmental recruiters maintain relationships with passive candidates holding certifications like CPSM, CEP or CPESC—professionals who aren't browsing job boards but will consider the right remediation or compliance role. They understand the distinction between a Phase I ESA reviewer and a brownfield redevelopment manager, and they know which states require professional geologist licensure. General agencies typically lack access to these niche networks and struggle to assess technical qualifications in soil science, hydrogeology or environmental permitting. When hiring for roles requiring RCRA knowledge or NEPA experience, specialist firms deliver pre-vetted candidates faster.

### How do environmental recruiters verify candidates' certifications like CHMM, CEP, or LEED AP before presenting them to clients?

Reputable environmental recruiters request official transcripts or certificate numbers and verify them directly with issuing bodies—the Institute of Hazardous Materials Management for CHMM, the Academy of Certified Hazardous Materials Managers for CEP, and the Green Building Certification Institute for LEED AP credentials. Most maintain databases of verified professionals and cross-reference listed credentials against state environmental agency rosters where applicable. Experienced firms also recognize that certain certifications require continuing education hours, so they confirm renewal dates to ensure candidates meet active status requirements rather than presenting lapsed credentials to clients.

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### Environmental recruiters by city

- [Houston, TX](https://recruiterrank.co/city/houston-tx) — 3 agencies
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