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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$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative civil engineering projects, guiding teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring success through effective project delivery and regulatory compliance. J...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive project success in civil engineering, overseeing all phases from planning to delivery while fostering client relationships and team development to achieve strategic busine...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by leading civil engineering teams to achieve strategic goals, manage project lifecycles, and cultivate client relations, ensuring compliance with regulations and high-quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead and elevate project vision, managing lifecycle from inception to delivery. Mentor a team of engineers, maintain client relations, and ensure adherence to quality standards while navigating regula...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $140K *

Lead diverse projects as a Project Manager while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence. Cultivate client relationships and drive business development, collaborating with a skilled team to a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $118K *

Join a team that's shaping Alberta's transportation future by leading impactful road construction projects, ensuring safety, sustainability, and innovation while connecting communities and driving eco...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive large-scale land development projects, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to manage traffic engineering tasks, analyze PennDOT criteria, and represent at municipal meetings while ensuri...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $133K *

Champion innovative environmental compliance solutions to ensure top-tier performance in multimedia permitting for data centers. Collaborate with industry leaders while managing diverse projects to en...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of environmental compliance by leading integrated projects across air, waste, and water sectors. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, supervise junior staff, and engage directly...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in managing multi-discipline engineering projects for the Food & Beverage sector, ensuring successful execution from scope development to installation. Foster client relationships and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$296K - $361K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational excellence and strategic growth. As a key leader, you'll oversee diverse initiatives, drive innovation, and ensure effective resource management t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing land development projects, ensuring quality and profitability while fostering client relationships and identifying new opportunities for growth. Join a dynamic team focused...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading Power Delivery projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction while managing budgets, schedules, and cross-functional teams in a dynamic utility environ...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering Power Delivery projects, overseeing cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution, compliance, and client satisfaction while managing budgets, schedules, and qual...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's delivering innovative Power Delivery projects, overseeing project management from initiation to closeout. Lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while dr...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading Power Delivery projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. Manage budgets, schedules, and cross-functional teams while driving compliance and safety...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving impactful Power Delivery projects, overseeing project management from initiation to closeout. Lead cross-functional teams, ensure compliance, and deliver exceptional results...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead Power Delivery projects, ensuring successful execution from initiation to closeout. Drive project performance, manage budgets, and maintain client satis...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Optimize project delivery in Power Delivery management, overseeing budgets, schedules, and client satisfaction. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in electric transmission...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $142K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects, ensuring budget adherence and customer satisfaction while mentoring teams. Drive successful contract execution through effective communication and strateg...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$89K - $118K *

Lead and deliver regional road construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and design standards, while coordinating multidisciplinary teams for innovative solutions and sustaina...

Jamaica, NYIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$104K - $148K *

Take ownership of impactful automation projects in the water sector, leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure project succe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative municipal infrastructure projects. Lead planning, design, and execution while managing client relationships and multidisciplinary teams to enhance...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $121K *

Develop high-quality hydraulic models and assist in civil engineering projects, focusing on water and wastewater systems. Collaborate with engineers to ensure compliance and effective design, while ga...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $121K *

Contribute to impactful water/wastewater projects by assisting engineers with design, data analysis, and hydraulic modeling. Collaborate on feasibility studies and environmental documentation to ensur...

Santa Ana, CARemote

2 weeks 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.