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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$115K - $170K *

Champion innovative civil engineering solutions by leading site design efforts for diverse facility projects, ensuring quality and collaboration from concept through construction while mentoring junio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of health, safety, and environmental practices by leading EHS initiatives across major construction projects. Collaborate with project teams to implement effective safety protocols an...

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the development and implementation of EHS processes across projects, ensuring compliance and safety. Collaborate with project teams to minimize risks and enhance workplace safety while overseeing...

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

$140K - $175K *

Advance your career by overseeing diverse water resource projects, managing budgets, and ensuring timely execution. Collaborate with clients and lead technical teams to achieve project goals while fos...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion environmental compliance initiatives by leading projects, managing client relationships, and driving business development. Leverage your expertise to deliver high-quality solutions while shap...

6 days ago

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

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in managing complex capital improvement projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to support the edu...

1 month ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead municipal engineering projects, ensuring quality delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to design sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance community living. Drive busin...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform communities as a Civil Project Manager, leading project planning and execution while ensuring client satisfaction and budget adherence. Collaborate with a talented team to enhance municipal...

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

$113K - $120K *

Manage and implement stormwater and sanitary sewer systems, ensuring regulatory compliance while overseeing operations and maintenance. Lead technical support for municipal projects, budget administra...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex healthcare construction projects from pre-construction to closeout. Manage multiple priorities while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence. Build strong client relationships an...

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex healthcare construction projects from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction and team collaboration while driving project success and...

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

$112K - $168K *

Advance your career by managing capital improvement projects, ensuring alignment with client goals. Lead cross-functional teams through all project phases, from planning to validation, while adhering...

3 days ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in managing multi-discipline engineering projects for the Food & Beverage sector, ensuring successful execution from scope development to installation. Foster client relationships and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading multiple construction projects within a dynamic team. Collaborate with industry experts to enhance operational performance and drive major capital improvements in Florida's...

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading large-scale hydroelectric dam maintenance projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure safe, reliable energy generation while navigating regulatory environments an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex civil engineering projects, driving business development, and mentoring a dynamic team. Bring your expertise in project management to enhance client relations and e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of power delivery by managing complex engineering design projects, mentoring staff, and driving business growth while ensuring profitability and client satisfaction...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead civil engineering projects with a focus on design and management, ensuring profitability and effective delivery through collaboration with clients and internal teams. Champion business developmen...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance project execution by coordinating firmware integration efforts, managing schedules, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely product development and operational efficie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Empower project success by leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results. Manage timelines, scope, and stakeholder communication while ensuring alignment and addressing risks across m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead project teams in executing capital projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve project goals and manage ris...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$129K - $191K *

Lead the charge in managing field operations for water projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while coordinating schedules and subcontractors to deliver exceptional results on time...

3 weeks ago

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

$129K - $191K *

Lead field operations by managing project schedules, budgets, and quality control. Ensure safety compliance and effective communication with subcontractors to deliver projects on time and within budge...

3 weeks ago

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

$129K - $191K *

Empower your career by leading field operations in our Water Division. Oversee project schedules, budgets, and quality standards while ensuring safety and efficiency. Join us in delivering exceptional...

3 weeks ago

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

$127K - $157K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focusing on ODOT design projects. Leverage your 10-20 years of project management expertise to ensure timely delivery of high-quality transportation engineering so...

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  •   8 - 10 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.