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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$110K - $130K *

Transform environmental projects by managing complex analyses, leading teams, ensuring compliance, and fostering client relationships. Contribute to restoring environments and driving innovative solut...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $160K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing industrial fabrication projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while collaborating with clients and internal teams to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $160K *

Lead and optimize industrial fabrication projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering collaboration among clients, engineering teams...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $169K *

Join a team that oversees the Solid Waste Division, managing operations, compliance, and sustainability initiatives. Lead staff, enhance service delivery, and coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$132K - $169K *

Elevate your career by overseeing the City’s Solid Waste Division, ensuring efficient operations in collection, recycling, and disposal services, while championing sustainability and regulatory compli...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's passionate about sustainable water solutions. As a key player, you'll drive business growth in wastewater management, build relationships, and collaborate with cross-functional team...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex engineering projects, ensuring quality delivery through effective team leadership, budget management, and stakeholder communication while mentoring staff and foster...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Manage and execute complex civil engineering projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to drive project success and profitability while mai...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform project execution by leading teams to deliver complex civil engineering projects on time and within budget. Collaborate with clients and internal departments to drive profitability and enhan...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to executing high-impact civil engineering projects. Lead complex designs and manage operations to drive project success, ensuring timely and budget-friendly outcomes whil...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Drive project success through effective leadership, budget management, and strong client relations. Lead a team in executing complex civil engineering projects, ensuring timely completion and high-qua...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead project teams to deliver high-quality outcomes, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while fostering client relationships; mentor staff and drive project pursuits, all while improving efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative project management strategies, ensuring quality delivery and effective communication with clients while leading a dynamic team to achieve project goals, foster client relationships...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Drive project success by leading a team, managing budgets, and ensuring quality delivery while fostering client relationships and mentorship within a collaborative environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Deliver successful project execution by managing scope, budget, and timelines while fostering customer relationships and team collaboration. Drive improvements in project management processes and ensu...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion impactful municipal projects by leading teams, nurturing client relationships, and driving business growth. Leverage your expertise to mentor engineers and enhance community infrastructure ac...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex projects on time and within budget. Oversee a multidisciplinary team, ensuring compliance with contracts and effective stakeholder communication while managing ri...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$99K - $157K *

Empower engineering excellence by managing complex projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely delivery through effective planning and risk management. Drive process improvement...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex geology and hydrogeology projects, focusing on environmental remediation. Utilize your expertise to manage budgets, schedules, and client relationships while dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Optimize geotechnical and construction materials projects, ensuring quality and compliance from proposal to execution. Leverage technical expertise and client relationships to deliver effective soluti...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing geotechnical and construction materials projects, ensuring quality and compliance from proposal to execution. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovativ...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $220K *

Lead the charge in managing complex industrial construction projects, ensuring strategic planning, resource allocation, budget control, and client satisfaction while mentoring project teams and drivin...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $100K *

Transform environmental remediation projects by leading estimation and management efforts. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety and compliance while developing strong client relationships and deliv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving water remediation projects. Oversee project management, cost estimation, and client relations while ensuring safety and compliance in a dynamic field environmen...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $100K *

Contribute to impactful water remediation projects by managing proposals, cost estimates, and client relationships. Ensure safety compliance while providing technical support and leading project teams...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.