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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$91K - $132K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing municipal drinking water treatment projects. Leverage your engineering expertise and collaborate with diverse specialists to design and improve water infrast...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$91K - $132K *

Help us support municipal drinking water projects by leveraging your engineering expertise. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, conduct assessments, and develop innovative designs under senior g...

London, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team focusing on innovative solutions for municipal drinking water facilities. Collaborate with experts to assess, design, and optimize water treatment systems, ensuring quality and com...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Oversee onsite activities for hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with clients and vendors to optimize logistics, safety, and cost-saving in...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $83K *

Join a dynamic team to design and deliver innovative water/wastewater projects. Engage in hands-on experience, develop technical competencies, and collaborate with experts to enhance community sustain...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$78K - $121K *

Lead the administration of the Industrial Waste Pretreatment Program and laboratory, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing personnel, and overseeing data management and reporting for environmental...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $127K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of environmental infrastructure by designing innovative process mechanical systems for water and wastewater treatment projects across diverse industries...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of transportation by leading drainage engineering projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to deliver impactful solutions while enjo...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Oversee the successful delivery and growth of complex transportation projects in Central Texas, while strengthening client partnerships, leading teams, and driving strategic initiatives to elevate the...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring client satisfaction, and leading multi-discipline teams. Drive financial tracking and implement quality control...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $149K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role where you'll drive innovative solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to impactful projects in a fast-paced environment to enhance li...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $149K *

Shape the future of innovative projects while leading a talented team to enhance operational efficiency and drive impactful solutions across diverse industries. Collaborate globally to deliver excepti...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Manage complex environmental projects, ensuring compliance and quality while engaging clients and stakeholders. Drive solutions in remediation and site investigation, balancing technical delivery with...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $200K *

Empower your career by leading multidisciplinary teams in transportation projects, managing Phase I engineering and NEPA studies, and fostering client relationships while ensuring compliance with stat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in directing civil engineering initiatives, providing high-level technical guidance and oversight for critical infrastructure projects and ensure effective facilities management in sup...

3 weeks ago

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

$107K - $160K *

Elevate pipeline and energy project permitting through expert management and regulatory compliance, ensuring sustainable practices align with the evolving energy landscape while fostering strong clien...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading and managing water and wastewater projects while driving client engagement and business growth in a dynamic market. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver innovative s...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career by leading project management teams to enhance operational excellence. Drive continuous improvement, ensure timely delivery of products, and collaboration across various teams to maxi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $183K *

Manage major transportation infrastructure projects, leading multidisciplinary teams from planning to completion, ensuring compliance, stakeholder engagement, and project performance throughout the li...

4 weeks ago

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

$160K - $183K *

Shape the future of transportation infrastructure by leading major projects, ensuring seamless delivery through strategic oversight, client engagement, and multidisciplinary team collaboration while c...

4 weeks ago

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

$144K - $216K *

Strategize client growth by leading multi-year initiatives, forging executive relationships, and uniting multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and profitability while steering innovation...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $171K *

Accelerate progress at a key role managing environmental remediation projects, conducting analyses, and leading teams to restore and enhance the environment through innovative solutions for diverse cl...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of land development by leading a team of engineers and designers. Drive project success through effective management, client relations, and innovative solutions, ensuring timely deliv...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading our survey division, managing various projects, ensuring quality standards, guiding internal teams, and fostering client relationships while driving business growth and...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Join us to oversee and manage diverse civil infrastructure projects, ensuring successful planning and execution while leading teams and mentoring professionals in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.