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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$145K - $200K *

Shape the future of groundwater management as a senior technical leader, guiding complex modelling projects globally. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, drive innovation, and elevate WSP's capa...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$143K - $191K *

Elevate groundwater modelling practices by providing strategic leadership and innovative solutions. Collaborate globally on impactful projects, mentor professionals, and drive technical excellence in...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $200K *

Unlock your potential as a senior technical leader, guiding global groundwater modelling projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, advance best practices, and drive innovation while shaping...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $152K *

Lead construction projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards. Collaborate with clients, engineers, and contractors to navigate challenges and del...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $152K *

Oversee diverse construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards. Collaborate with clients, engineers, and contractors to navigate chall...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead construction activities across diverse projects, ensuring alignment with safety, budget, and schedule. Collaborate with teams to manage risks, oversee contractors, and drive successful project ex...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic planning for a water utility. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess priorities, design actionable plans, and ensure alignment with long-term goals while enhanci...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction projects, ensuring adherence to design, budget, and schedule while maintaining strong client communication and overseeing project teams for successful...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading municipal infrastructure and civil engineering projects, coordinating teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring successful delivery from proposal through constr...

London, ONIn-Person

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing complex EPC projects, driving success through innovative solutions and strong client relationships. Join a skilled team dedicated to sustainable energy and operational exce...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $180K *

Champion multidisciplinary projects by leading engineering teams, ensuring compliance, and delivering innovative solutions in solid waste management and design. Collaborate effectively with clients an...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

Partner with us to drive growth in water and waste management sectors, fostering client relationships and leading project execution across multiple counties while ensuring strategic market initiatives...

2 days ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Champion the growth of water and waste management services in West Florida. Collaborate with leaders and clients to drive project success, enhance client relationships, and support strategic initiativ...

2 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water treatment by leading preconstruction phases on major collaborative delivery projects. Leverage your expertise to optimize planning, budgeting, and client...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading preconstruction efforts on major water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive strategy, optimize costs, and ensure successful project delivery...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in preconstruction phases for major water/wastewater projects, collaborating with teams and stakeholders to optimize strategies, manage budgets, and ensure successful project execution...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$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...

Reposted yesterday

  •   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...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   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...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   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

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.