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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$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the planning and design of water/wastewater treatment facilities. Drive innovative engineering solutions, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to enhance cr...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $85K *

Lead wastewater operations and maintenance, ensuring compliance and training new operators. Collaborate with the Chief Operator to troubleshoot issues and enhance processes while participating in on-c...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water and wastewater projects. Lead design efforts, mentor staff, and manage client relationships while ensuring project success and compliance. Travel require...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Develop innovative solutions in water resources and transportation engineering. Lead diverse projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and client standards while managing teams to deliver high-qu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Drive innovative water resources solutions within transportation projects. Lead design efforts, manage team assignments, and ensure regulatory compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver succ...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$113K - $198K *

Drive innovative water and wastewater engineering projects while fostering client relationships and leading a passionate team. Embrace growth opportunities and develop your practice within a supportiv...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead and innovate in managing diverse water projects, developing client relations, and guiding multidisciplinary teams. Drive growth in a supportive environment while ensuring project delivery excelle...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative water and wastewater projects, managing project scope, budgets, and schedules while providing technical guidance to a dynamic team focused on sustainable soluti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K *

Join a collaborative team as you spearhead innovative water/wastewater projects, manage budgets, and guide engineers. Shape resilient communities with impactful solutions while developing your career...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K *

Transform communities by leading innovative water/wastewater projects. Oversee design, project management, and ensure compliance while mentoring a talented team, all in a collaborative, hybrid work en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K *

Join a team that's shaping water/wastewater solutions while leading innovative projects. This role empowers you to manage design, budgets, and collaborate with a skilled team, making a meaningful impa...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water resources engineering. Leverage your expertise in Civil Engineering to design, analyze, and manage projects, ensuring effective solutions for water and w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead impactful environmental projects by managing site investigations and remediation efforts across Texas. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver quality outcomes while ensuring complia...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful environmental projects as you manage site investigations and remediation efforts across Texas. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver quality outcomes for diverse clients...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental projects across Texas, ensuring compliance and successful outcomes. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful site investigations and reme...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead environmental projects across Texas, managing site investigations and remediation efforts while ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful solu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to impactful environmental projects by managing site investigations and remediation efforts across Texas. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and deliver successfu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental projects across Texas, ensuring compliance and successful outcomes. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful solutions for diverse client...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $140K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse water and wastewater projects, ensuring client satisfaction and technical excellence while fostering strong relationships and driving project success across multipl...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $140K *

Drive successful project management and client development in Water & Wastewater, ensuring technical quality, profitability, and superior client relationships while overseeing multiple projects and co...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $105K *

Shape operational excellence by overseeing plant staff and shift operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while optimizing performance and efficiency in wastewater treatment processes...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$129K - $212K *

Lead the charge in building mechanical engineering by overseeing innovative projects, ensuring compliance with codes, and driving team performance. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver successful...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$129K - $212K *

Champion innovative building mechanical engineering solutions by leading a skilled team in HVAC, plumbing, and fire sprinkler design. Ensure compliance with codes and standards while driving project s...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Manage municipal engineering projects, oversee client relationships, and lead a team to deliver exceptional services in stormwater, sanitary, and road systems, fostering community growth and ensuring...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $152K *

Empower your career by leading impactful water and wastewater projects. Guide multidisciplinary teams through planning, design, and execution, ensuring high-quality solutions while managing client rel...

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

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.