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.

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$143K - $185K *

Lead the charge in managing complex federal nuclear projects, driving innovation and collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams. Engage with key stakeholders to deliver exceptional program manageme...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$104K - $167K *

Join our dynamic team to lead municipal engineering projects, manage client relationships, and drive business development. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure successful project deli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $109K *

Manage and oversee construction materials testing projects, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating with engineers and clients to meet project goals and expectations. Drive efficiency and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of water and wastewater systems by designing innovative solutions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage projects, ensuring quality and efficiency while contributing to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Develop innovative electrical solutions for water/wastewater systems. Lead project delivery, manage multidisciplinary teams, and ensure compliance while fostering client relationships and mentoring st...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to support design and project execution in mechanical engineering, ensuring quality workflows in the water services industry through innovative collaboration...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Manage construction materials testing projects, ensuring safety, accuracy, and budget compliance while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with teams to deliver impa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Manage construction materials testing projects, ensuring safety and accuracy while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful solutions acro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Optimize water infrastructure projects by designing, managing, and ensuring compliance for treatment facilities and systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable solutions i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of water infrastructure by managing multidisciplinary projects aimed at designing and optimizing state-of-the-art water/wastewater treatment systems, ensuring compliance with industry...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $185K *

Design and lead large-scale heavy civil and environmental projects, managing budgets, schedules, and teams. Oversee project delivery from mobilization to closeout, ensuring compliance and strong clien...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $185K *

Manage large-scale heavy civil and environmental projects, ensuring successful delivery from mobilization to closeout. Collaborate with teams and clients to oversee budgets, schedules, and compliance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $185K *

Transform the future of heavy civil projects by leading large-scale initiatives across the Southeast. Drive project success from mobilization to closeout, collaborating with teams and clients to ensur...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $185K *

Lead large-scale heavy civil and environmental projects, managing budgets, schedules, and teams. Collaborate with clients and senior leadership to ensure successful project delivery and compliance acr...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $165K *

Join us to lead and manage complex municipal water and wastewater projects, focusing on trenchless technology and rehabilitation. Leverage your expertise to drive project success and foster strong cli...

Markham, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Transform your career by leading major construction projects, ensuring quality and safety while managing teams and subcontractors. Drive project success through effective planning, coordination, and p...

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex transportation and stormwater projects, ensuring exceptional client service and project outcomes. Mentor teams, develop client relationships, and support strategic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving innovation and excellence in project management, overseeing cross-functional initiatives, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results while fostering collaboration...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$178K - $195K *

Lead critical recovery and rebuild projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and stakeholder needs while coordinating with various agencies and contractors in a fas...

Los Angeles, CARemote

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

$126K - $166K *

Join our Transportation team to lead impactful infrastructure projects, enhancing community resilience and sustainability. Collaborate with experts, manage budgets, and mentor junior staff in a dynami...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing water/wastewater projects, fostering client relationships, and guiding a multidisciplinary team to deliver impactful engineering solutions while ensuring compliance with in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $165K *

Champion client relationships and lead multidisciplinary teams in managing water/wastewater projects. Oversee project scopes, budgets, and schedules while ensuring compliance with regulations and deli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $155K *

Drive impactful water resource projects by managing multidisciplinary teams, overseeing design and permitting processes, and ensuring successful project delivery in stormwater management and ecologica...

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

$115K - $155K *

Manage multidisciplinary teams to deliver stormwater and river restoration projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while overseeing project scopes, schedules, and budgets for successfu...

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance wastewater treatment innovation by leading teams, driving growth, and delivering projects that enhance public health and the environment, while fostering a collaborative culture and strengthen...

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

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.