Wastewater Engineering Project Manager Jobs

Explore Wastewater Engineering Project Manager opportunities on Ladders, where jobs are vetted and pay $100,000 or more. These roles bring together technical expertise, project leadership, and a commitment to protecting public health and the environment through reliable wastewater infrastructure.

What Does a Wastewater Engineering Project Manager Do?

Wastewater Engineering Project Managers lead projects involving treatment plants, collection systems, pumping stations, and related infrastructure. They guide work from planning and design through permitting, construction, commissioning, and delivery. Typical responsibilities include coordinating engineers and consultants, managing schedules and budgets, communicating with clients and public agencies, assessing project risks, and ensuring work meets applicable technical and regulatory requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in civil, environmental, or water resources engineering, along with substantial experience delivering wastewater or water infrastructure projects. A Professional Engineer (PE) license may be required or preferred, depending on the position and jurisdiction. Valuable strengths include project and contract management, treatment process knowledge, regulatory coordination, client relations, team leadership, and clear communication.

Career Opportunities and Impact

Project managers may work for engineering consultancies, utilities, public agencies, or infrastructure firms. Projects can range from treatment plant upgrades and capacity expansions to collection system improvements, resilience planning, and regulatory compliance programs. The work offers an opportunity to lead complex teams and help communities maintain safe, dependable wastewater services.

Find Wastewater Engineering Project Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse Ladders to discover vetted Wastewater Engineering Project Manager openings paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, required experience, location, and compensation details, then identify opportunities that match your engineering background and leadership goals.

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$140K - $168K *

Drive the successful delivery of water and wastewater construction projects, managing all phases from planning to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality, budget adherence, and timely exe...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Deliver exceptional dewatering solutions by leading project execution, ensuring client satisfaction, and optimizing system performance while managing resources and timelines effectively...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Champion dewatering operations by ensuring project delivery meets client expectations, managing site activities, and optimizing system performance while maintaining profitability and safety standards...

North York, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us in leading complex water resources and transportation projects, managing all phases from planning to construction. Provide technical direction, mentor teams, and ensure project success while f...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower collaborative engineering teams to design innovative water and wastewater facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations while managing project timelines and budgets for successful outcomes...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of waste management by leading engineering projects, managing teams, and ensuring quality control. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to drive project success from design to co...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $175K *

Elevate community infrastructures by leading the design and planning of municipal water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients to deliver sustainable solutions that enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $120K *

Support diverse environmental projects by coordinating investigations and remediation efforts. Collaborate with teams to tackle complex challenges while enhancing your project management skills and te...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Drive impactful environmental projects by managing site investigations and remediation efforts. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver solutions that meet regulatory standards while ensuring pr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$143K - $213K *

Lead the charge in managing drainage and stormwater projects, ensuring compliance and innovative solutions while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet client ob...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$238K - $290K *

Shape the future of engineering by leading strategic initiatives and driving innovation across multidisciplinary teams. Foster collaboration to enhance operational efficiency, optimize workflows, and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of water treatment by leading projects from planning to execution. Oversee budgets, schedules, and quality for innovative facilities, ensuring reliable water supply across communities...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $185K *

Explore a leadership role managing stormwater and water resources projects, overseeing all phases from design to implementation. Utilize your expertise in hydrology, project management, and client rel...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $185K *

Elevate your career by leading stormwater and drainage projects, overseeing all phases from modeling to construction. Drive innovation and compliance while mentoring teams and fostering client relatio...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $140K *

Drive environmental project success by managing TCEQ Superfund initiatives. Oversee scope, schedule, and budget for diverse projects, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams to deliver opti...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $117K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental projects, ensuring compliance and delivering successful outcomes across various state-funded remediation and assessment initiatives. Collaborate with teams an...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $117K *

Contribute to impactful environmental projects by managing scope, schedule, and budget. Leverage 6+ years of experience in environmental remediation and project management while collaborating with cli...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced water resource engineering projects across North America. Drive mentorship, collaboration, and innovative design solutions in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environm...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Advance water resources projects by leading technical teams, ensuring quality deliverables, and fostering client relationships. Utilize strong project management and engineering skills to drive succes...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Optimize customer satisfaction by managing equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and preventive services in water treatment operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective communication and a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in water/wastewater treatment projects, managing multidisciplinary teams and client relationships while mentoring engineers. Drive technical excellence and project success from plannin...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with standards by overseeing design teams and coordinating closely with clients and staff across m...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the design and development of water/wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with diverse engineering teams in a dyn...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead technical design and engineering execution on diverse projects, ensuring compliance and quality from concept to completion. Mentor staff, coordinate across disciplines, and engage with clients wh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead technical design and engineering execution on diverse projects, ensuring compliance and quality from concept to completion. Mentor junior staff and coordinate across disciplines while balancing b...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Wastewater Engineering Project Manager do?question toggle

    They lead wastewater infrastructure projects from planning and design through permitting, construction, and delivery. Their work often includes managing teams, schedules, budgets, client relationships, and regulatory coordination.

  • What qualifications are typically required for wastewater engineering project manager jobs?question toggle

    Many roles call for a degree in civil, environmental, or water resources engineering and significant experience with wastewater projects. A PE license may be required or preferred, depending on the employer and location.

  • Where do Wastewater Engineering Project Managers work?question toggle

    They may work for engineering consulting firms, municipal or regional utilities, government agencies, and infrastructure companies.

  • What types of projects might these managers oversee?question toggle

    Common projects include wastewater treatment plant upgrades, facility expansions, collection system improvements, pumping stations, resilience initiatives, and regulatory compliance programs.

  • How can I find Wastewater Engineering Project Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional openings, then review each listing's compensation, location, qualifications, and responsibilities to find roles that fit your experience.