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 *

Drive successful electrical design initiatives by applying expertise in project management and coordination, ensuring compliance with industry standards for healthcare and commercial projects while le...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Make your mark at a leading firm by managing civil engineering projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfactio...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing exciting water and wastewater projects, developing client relationships, and mentoring a growing team through all project phases to ensure successful delivery and operation...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Architect high-impact project success by overseeing transitions from estimate to execution. Lead project teams toward profitable, timely delivery while managing budgets, risks, and client relationship...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction projects from estimate to execution, ensuring safety, timelines, and profitability are met. Drive client communication, subcontractor accountability, a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Build impactful projects by leading teams from estimation to execution, ensuring safety, quality, and profitability. Own project finances and enhance client relations while managing risks and driving...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Champion project success by leading all phases of construction, ensuring safety, budget compliance, and high-quality results while managing client relationships and subcontractor accountability...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to lead impactful projects in hydraulic engineering and environmental risk assessment, driving innovative solutions across multidisciplinary teams while supporting the expansion of our e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading projects in hydraulic engineering for dams and levees. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while managing complex assessments and contributing to impactful deliverable...

Blue Bell, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $105K *

Lead the charge in innovative water resources engineering projects, collaborating across disciplines to enhance community infrastructure and resilience. Employ cutting-edge design tools to develop and...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $128K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing wastewater systems by leading electrical, instrumentation, and SCADA operations. Oversee maintenance, develop strategies, and ensure reliability while fosteri...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $140K *

Join a team that's tackling complex water treatment challenges. This role involves evaluating innovative solutions, leading projects, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with multidisciplinary e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Partner with us to tackle complex water quality challenges by leveraging your expertise in industrial wastewater treatment. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Manage innovative water treatment projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex industrial wastewater challenges. Drive the full project lifecycle from evaluation to optimizati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Design innovative solutions for industrial and municipal wastewater treatment, evaluating technologies, optimizing performance, and leading projects while mentoring junior engineers to ensure complian...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative water treatment projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize solutions for wastewater challenges, driving performance and compliance across dive...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Join a team that tackles complex water and wastewater engineering projects. Leverage your expertise to support innovative treatment solutions and mentor junior staff while advancing your career in a d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Help us transform water treatment solutions by leveraging your engineering expertise and leading a dynamic team. You’ll tackle complex challenges, mentor junior staff, and engage with clients througho...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Explore a role that combines technical expertise with mentorship in water and wastewater engineering. You’ll tackle innovative treatment solutions and engage in project leadership while collaborating...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Help us tackle critical water treatment challenges by leveraging your expertise in wastewater engineering. Collaborate with a dynamic team, mentor junior staff, and lead projects from design through o...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Support water treatment initiatives by evaluating and designing solutions for industrial, municipal, and mining wastewater challenges. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize processes an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $260K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative roadway improvement projects, managing all phases from design to construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success while fostering client relation...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $260K *

Empower your career with a leadership role in transportation engineering, managing roadway improvement projects from design to construction. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in innovative water project management, overseeing comprehensive design and execution of distribution and collection systems while ensuring client satisfaction and project efficiency...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you assist in managing diverse civil engineering projects. Support project planning, documentation, and client communication while ensuring quality standards are met. Embrace me...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.