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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$95K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative water and wastewater systems. Leverage your engineering expertise to manage projects, collaborate with clients, and ensure high-quality deliverable...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion the design and management of water/wastewater projects, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver successful outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as a Civil Engineer, leveraging 4+ years of experience to design and manage water/wastewater projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team, ensuring quality and compliance while foster...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design and manage innovative water and wastewater systems. Leverage your engineering expertise to collaborate on diverse projects, ensuring quality and compliance while fosterin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design and manage innovative water and wastewater projects. Leverage your engineering expertise to collaborate with clients and ensure high-quality project delivery while mentor...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in expanding W/WW Transmission and Utilities projects in Florida. Utilize your expertise to build client relationships, manage complex projects, and guide multi-disciplinary teams to d...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading municipal water and wastewater projects from planning to construction, fostering long-term client relationships while ensuring technical excellence and community impact...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead municipal water and wastewater projects from planning to construction, fostering long-term client relationships while ensuring technical excellence and community impact...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project delivery by managing civil engineering and construction initiatives across Eastern Ontario, Quebec, and the Atlantic provinces, ensuring compliance, quality, and stakeholder satisfacti...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in innovative stormwater management projects, guiding a talented team while delivering high-quality solutions for diverse clients. Drive collaboration across disciplines and mentor the...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in innovative stormwater management projects, guiding a talented team while delivering high-quality solutions for diverse clients. Engage in business development and community outreach...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing diverse initiatives, fostering client relationships, and ensuring quality execution while adhering to established PM procedures and business goals...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful project management services while fostering positive client relationships and enhancing workplace culture across diverse transportation projects...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $140K *

Elevate your career by leading industrial electrical engineering projects focused on power and automation. Drive project success through effective planning, resource management, and stakeholder alignm...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading complex environmental remediation projects. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll drive project delivery, mentor staff, and collaborate with experts to tackl...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex environmental remediation projects, providing technical and project leadership while fostering client relationships and mentoring a multidisciplinary team across th...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $180K *

Drive impactful water/wastewater projects as a hands-on leader overseeing concrete operations. Ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while managing subcontractors and field teams to deliver critical...

2 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative environmental remediation projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable solutions. Drive client engagement and project management across the Midwest, ensuring co...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead complex engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders, manage resources, and drive safety and quality standards throughout th...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Oversee all phases of complex engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within budget. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to define scope, manage resources, and resolve operational chall...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within budget. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to define project scope, resolve issues, and...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Drive the successful execution of heavy highway projects across multiple states, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and budget standards while fostering client relationships and identifying new bu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $102K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a team in managing industrial water treatment systems. Oversee project execution, enhance service delivery, and foster client relationships to achieve strategic...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving environmental compliance initiatives by managing due diligence projects, overseeing inspections, and fostering client relationships to ensure exceptional service and busines...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $125K *

Lead the supervision of water and wastewater facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and effective operations. Manage maintenance projects, oversee crews, and collaborate with engineering for...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.