Project Manager, Water/Wastewater Jobs

Explore senior-level Project Manager, Water/Wastewater opportunities on Ladders. These professionals guide complex projects that support reliable water systems, wastewater treatment, and essential public infrastructure. Find vetted roles paying $100,000 or more, with opportunities to lead teams, manage budgets, and deliver projects from planning through commissioning.

What Water/Wastewater Project Managers Do

Water and wastewater project managers coordinate the technical, financial, and operational work behind infrastructure projects. They may oversee treatment plant upgrades, pipelines, pump stations, collection systems, and water resource initiatives. Responsibilities often include defining scope, developing schedules and budgets, managing consultants and contractors, tracking risks, and communicating progress to clients, utilities, regulators, and community stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for experience delivering infrastructure or environmental projects, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage budgets, schedules, contracts, and multidisciplinary teams. Familiarity with water and wastewater processes, regulatory requirements, permitting, construction delivery, and project management methods can be valuable. Some positions prefer or require an engineering degree, professional licensure such as a PE, or project management credentials; requirements vary by employer and role.

Where These Roles Are Found

Project managers in this field work for engineering and consulting firms, construction companies, water utilities, government agencies, and infrastructure operators. Projects may range from local system improvements to major regional treatment facilities, creating opportunities to shape resilient, sustainable services for communities and industry.

Find Your Next Water/Wastewater Leadership Role

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$85K - $100K *

Contribute to innovative water and wastewater projects by collaborating with Project Managers to deliver high-quality engineering solutions, enhancing community infrastructure while advancing your tec...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Elevate municipal wastewater practices by leading strategic initiatives, managing multidisciplinary teams, and driving project success across British Columbia. Shape innovative solutions while mentori...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of land development by managing complex projects, overseeing engineering teams, and ensuring client satisfaction while driving innovative solutions in residential...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engage in impactful municipal water and wastewater projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing project delivery, and ensuring technical excellence in design and execution while fostering str...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$94K - $161K *

Lead municipal drinking water projects, focusing on service line replacements and infrastructure improvements. Oversee project delivery, mentor teams, and strengthen client relationships while ensurin...

Yesterday

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

$94K - $161K *

Manage and lead municipal drinking water projects, focusing on lead service line replacements and infrastructure improvements. Utilize technical expertise and project management skills to deliver high...

Yesterday

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

$150K - $250K *

Lead construction management efforts for water/wastewater projects, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget while overseei...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform environmental remediation practices by leading complex projects, fostering client relationships, and mentoring teams. Drive strategic growth initiatives while ensuring compliance and deliver...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead impactful environmental remediation projects across Texas and the Gulf Coast. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions, manage client relationships, and drive business develo...

1 week ago

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

$107K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading the design and construction of wet utilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage projects, and ensure compliance with industry standards while mentoring ju...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$107K - $150K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Municipal Engineer, leading the design and construction of wet utilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and quality while managing proje...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career as a Project Manager leading multidisciplinary civil and water resources projects, managing budgets, scopes, and teams to deliver solutions that enhance communities and ensure proj...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage complex environmental projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering client relationships across municipal stormwater and wastewater initiatives in South...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $225K *

Join us to lead field operations in delivering exceptional infrastructure projects. You'll oversee compliance, safety, and quality while mentoring teams and managing logistics to ensure timely project...

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

$110K - $225K *

Lead field operations to ensure timely, high-quality project delivery while fostering a culture of safety and excellence. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to manage logistics, schedules, and co...

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead field operations to ensure timely, high-quality project delivery while fostering a culture of safety and excellence. Manage logistics, mentor teams, and cultivate stakeholder relationships to exc...

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

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by leading field operations in large-scale infrastructure projects. Drive safety, quality, and efficiency while mentoring teams and managing logistics to deliver exceptional result...

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading field operations to deliver high-quality infrastructure projects. Oversee compliance, safety, and logistics while mentoring teams and cultivating stakeholder relationships...

2 weeks ago

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

$92K - $151K *

Design and engineer innovative water/wastewater solutions. Lead projects from planning to execution, ensuring compliance and efficiency while collaborating with teams and stakeholders to deliver high...

2 weeks ago

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

$92K - $151K *

Champion innovative water/wastewater solutions by designing and analyzing critical engineering projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance public health through effective treatment facilities...

2 weeks ago

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

$92K - $151K *

Transform water/wastewater engineering projects by planning, designing, and analyzing systems. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions while managing multiple assignments effectively an...

2 weeks ago

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

$92K - $151K *

Advance your career by leading innovative water/wastewater engineering projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design and analyze systems that ensure clean water and effective treatment solutions...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful water infrastructure projects by leading teams, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships. Leverage your expertise to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery while pursu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading water treatment projects, ensuring system performance meets client expectations while managing multi-disciplinary teams and maintaining project timelines and budgets. Drive...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of water treatment by leading project design and client engagement. Ensure system performance meets expectations while managing multi-disciplinary teams and delivering projects on tim...

North York, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a water/wastewater project manager do?question toggle

    A water/wastewater project manager plans and delivers infrastructure projects such as treatment plant improvements, pipelines, pump stations, and collection systems. The role typically involves managing scope, schedules, budgets, teams, contractors, risks, and stakeholder communications.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for water/wastewater project manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek project delivery experience, leadership skills, and knowledge of water or wastewater infrastructure, contracts, budgets, and regulations. Some roles prefer or require an engineering degree, a Professional Engineer (PE) license, or project management credentials.

  • Where do water/wastewater project managers work?question toggle

    They work for engineering and consulting firms, construction companies, utilities, government agencies, and infrastructure operators. Projects may involve treatment facilities, pipelines, pump stations, and broader water resource systems.

  • How can I find Project Manager, Water/Wastewater jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional Project Manager, Water/Wastewater opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by responsibilities, location, and qualifications to find a fit for your experience.