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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$71K - $118K *

Drive innovative engineering solutions for water and wastewater systems, ensuring compliance with regulations while mentoring junior staff and enhancing technical documentation for diverse projects...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse projects in surveying, civil, and pipeline sectors. Manage project lifecycles, coordinate teams, and ensure quality delivery while fostering client relationships...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Optimize project execution by leading complex initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and managing client relationships while overseeing team performance and deliverables...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Champion project success by leading teams, solving client issues, and managing multiple projects with independence. Drive quality assurance initiatives and deliver key insights to clients while foster...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful projects in the electric grid sector, overseeing diverse HV, MV, LV, and underground transmission lines while managing team dynamics and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful pro...

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a dynamic Project Manager role, overseeing project phases from initiation to completion. Collaborate across teams, manage budgets, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $188K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a dynamic team in wastewater treatment. Drive compliance, safety, and efficiency while developing innovative strategies to enhance plant operations and ensur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading environmental assessments and remediation projects. You'll guide multidisciplinary teams, ensuring safe and efficient project execution while mentoring staff an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $170K *

Empower communities by leading complex development projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring timely, budget-compliant delivery while fostering strong client relationships and mentoring junior staff i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$76K - $119K *

Lead the charge in managing complex IT projects focused on applications, infrastructure, and enterprise systems. Drive project planning, execution, and delivery while ensuring alignment with PMO stand...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to lead municipal and transportation projects, utilizing your project management and engineering expertise to enhance infrastructure and promote sustainable community growth throug...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Manage and oversee quality construction projects, ensuring design integrity, safety, and client satisfaction while fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. Take ownership of project budget...

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex energy performance projects, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and client satisfaction. Drive multidisciplinary teams through all project phases while fostering...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

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

$95K - $115K *

Tackle complex roadway projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing client relations, and ensuring timely deliverables while adhering to budget constraints. Drive innovation in project delive...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $170K *

Lead transportation projects by leveraging expertise in engineering design, managing teams, and fostering client relationships to deliver successful infrastructure solutions across Florida...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $142K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical engineering efforts on a major wastewater treatment project. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, efficiency, and quality in construction, while managing...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a dynamic team managing complex engineering projects in environmental restoration and land development. Lead multidisciplinary teams, ensure compliance, and deliver innovative s...

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by leading impactful transportation and structural engineering projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring junior engineers...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Empower progress at a leading firm by managing integrated water resource projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions in flood risk management, environmental rest...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize water/wastewater systems design and project management. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while ensuring project timelines and budgets ar...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$250K - $300K *

Champion operational excellence by leading multiple projects, ensuring financial health and timely delivery while fostering collaboration and efficiency across teams...

1 week ago

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

$93K - $128K *

Join a dynamic team to lead environmental assessments for critical water infrastructure projects, guiding clients through complex approvals while mentoring talent and enhancing community engagement ac...

Kingston, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $128K *

Shape the future of environmental infrastructure by leading assessments and approvals for water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor talent, and drive sustainab...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $128K *

Shape the future of environmental infrastructure by leading complex assessments and approvals for water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor talent, and drive s...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $128K *

Lead transformative environmental planning initiatives, guiding complex water and infrastructure projects from assessment to approval while fostering community engagement and mentoring talent across O...

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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.