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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$101K - $126K *

Lead cross-functional teams on high-impact civil and commercial projects. Collaborate with clients, ensuring alignment on project scope while maintaining financial oversight and delivering high-qualit...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse environmental projects from assessment to remediation, ensuring compliance with regulations while delivering high-quality solutions for federal, state, and commerci...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $135K *

Transform water and wastewater infrastructure planning by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing asset management, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with diverse s...

Brampton, ONRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Shape your career by managing all phases of CMI projects, ensuring quality and budget goals are met while fostering strong client relationships and leading diverse project teams in a dynamic environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $220K *

Shape the future of our Water/Wastewater and Utilities practice by leading multi-discipline projects, fostering client relationships, and driving business growth with your entrepreneurial spirit and v...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of stormwater infrastructure by leading design, analysis, and management of projects to protect environmental resources while ensuring public safety, collaborating with diverse teams...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining water management! Lead complex projects in transportation hydraulics and flood mitigation, ensuring safe, resilient systems that protect communities and ecosystems while...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $155K *

Oversee construction inspections for medium to large water/wastewater projects, ensuring compliance with plans and safety standards while coordinating with contractors and the public to facilitate ope...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $155K *

Shape the future of water infrastructure by inspecting large-scale projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and facilitating smooth construction operations across Southern California...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team as a Construction Inspector, overseeing water/wastewater projects. Ensure compliance, track contractor activities, and maintain safety standards while collaborating with stakeholde...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $155K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and quality on water/wastewater projects, overseeing contractor activities, and maintaining safety standards while collaborating with stakeholders to facilitate...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $155K *

Drive project success by inspecting water/wastewater construction sites, ensuring compliance with plans and safety standards while coordinating with contractors and stakeholders to facilitate operatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $155K *

Transform infrastructure by inspecting water/wastewater projects, ensuring compliance and safety. Collaborate with contractors and track daily activities to uphold project standards across Southern Ca...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $155K *

Champion quality assurance in construction by inspecting water/wastewater projects, ensuring compliance with plans and safety standards while coordinating with contractors and stakeholders to facilita...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $130K *

Transform the landscape of land development by delivering innovative design solutions, managing multifaceted projects, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards across Florida while collaborat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on land development engineering. Manage diverse projects across Florida, leading design efforts, permitting, and client coordination to deliver innovative...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative land development projects by collaborating with clients and teams, managing site designs, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Engage in all phases from planning to execution...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving project success through innovative engineering solutions, managing resources, and fostering client relationships across multiple concurrent projects in the waterworks and me...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative civil engineering solutions. As a Project Manager, you'll lead diverse projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while driving business d...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex transportation and stormwater projects, ensuring exceptional client service and project outcomes. Mentor teams, develop client relationships, and support strategic...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $110K *

Drive the construction phase of water infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and effective communication with stakeholders. Manage documentation, schedules, and field issues while collaborating...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced water/wastewater projects, ensuring exceptional design, compliance, and client collaboration. Drive efficiency and sustainability while mentoring teams and managin...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to lead complex civil engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Utilize your expertise in project management and engineering to drive success across multipl...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $171K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage waterfront/marine projects, oversee engineering design, lead project initiatives, and cultivate client relationships, all while driving growth and mentorship for juni...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead and shape electrical teams on industrial and water/wastewater projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while guiding crews to successful outcomes through effective coordination an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.