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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex environmental projects in infrastructure. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure compliance with regulations while mentoring junior staff and deliverin...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic team to manage and execute a $4B Capital Improvement Plan, ensuring effective delivery of water infrastructure projects for millions. Drive project planning, oversight, and stakeholder...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $198K *

Lead the delivery of large-scale solid waste and municipal infrastructure programs. Manage complex projects, coordinate diverse stakeholders, and ensure successful execution of schedules, budgets, and...

6 days ago

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

$140K - $198K *

Join our team to lead large-scale solid waste and municipal infrastructure projects. Empower diverse stakeholders, manage complex programs, and ensure timely delivery while driving accountability and...

6 days ago

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

$105K - $135K *

Transform wastewater treatment processes by leading projects that enhance efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster collaboration with clients and experts. Leverage your engineering experti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $187K *

Take ownership of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, applying your engineering expertise to ensure compliance and quality. Collaborate with teams, manage project components, and engage clie...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $195K *

Unlock your potential as you lead the planning and delivery of water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensure compliance, and drive business development while managing significa...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $165K *

Lead the future of project management in Power & Energy by overseeing project execution, ensuring quality and client satisfaction, and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver successful outcome...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $165K *

Elevate project management excellence by overseeing technical and administrative components of energy projects, ensuring quality execution and client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$146K - $244K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water and wastewater projects. Support innovative, collaborative delivery methods, working alongside clients and multi-disciplinary teams to achieve excellence...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $212K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage and deliver complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects, emphasizing collaboration and quality through various delivery methods, including Design-Build. Your...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $212K *

Lead the charge in managing collaborative water and wastewater projects. Work closely with clients, designers, and construction teams on diverse delivery methods to ensure quality outcomes. Drive proj...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $205K *

Transform your career by leading complex, multidisciplinary projects that enhance community infrastructure. Drive execution and strategy while engaging with clients to deliver impactful solutions acro...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $212K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in water and wastewater projects by managing collaborative delivery methods. Contribute to efficient planning, risk management, and client success while fostering...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with clients to design and optimize systems, ensuring efficient infrastructure solutions that enhance community resour...

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

$135K - $185K *

Transform municipal conveyance projects by leading innovative designs for storm, sanitary, and watermain systems. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while mentoring j...

London, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion project success by leading construction initiatives, managing resources, and ensuring timely delivery while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. Collaborate with teams to drive perfor...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing construction projects from planning to delivery. Collaborate with teams, oversee budgets, and ensure compliance with safety standards while fostering a productive work...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $208K *

Shape the future of municipal infrastructure by leading innovative conveyance projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design and implement solutions for storm, sanitary, and watermain systems, wh...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $208K *

Unlock your potential by leading innovative municipal conveyance designs for water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver impactful solutions while mentoring emerging prof...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $208K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative municipal conveyance designs for water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while mentoring jun...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative municipal conveyance projects. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll guide designs, mentor teams, and ensure project success from concept to construction, all w...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Manager, leading innovative municipal conveyance designs for water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior staff while managing proj...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the design and management of municipal conveyance projects, leading technical efforts on storm, sanitary, and watermain systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliverables whi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading innovative municipal conveyance designs for water and wastewater infrastructure. Drive projects from concept to construction while mentoring junior designers and ensuring qu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.