Water Economist
Manager of water resources
Fields of activity | Water Economist
As a water economist, you’ll be responsible for planning, monitoring, and managing water resources. You may specialize in areas such as water supply or wastewater disposal and treatment. Your work might involve operating and monitoring water management facilities, as well as overseeing the construction or renovation of water-related infrastructure.
A key focus of your role as a water economist will be environmental protection. For example, you’ll monitor the quality of groundwater and surface waters by taking and analyzing samples, then propose measures to clean and protect these resources.
Personal requirements | Water Economist
- Scientific and technical knowledge
- Problem solving skills
- Sense of responsibility and diligence
- Analytical thinking
- Ability to work in a team and communication skills
Path to the profession | Water Economist
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Take the testPotential jobs | Water Economist
As a water economist, you’ll work both in the office and in the field—on bodies of water, construction sites, or at treatment plants. Engineering firms, construction companies, building authorities, and water supply or wastewater treatment companies rely on your expertise to plan and oversee water infrastructure in construction projects. Additionally, you may advise public authorities, environmental organizations, or industrial companies on water management issues.