Wastewater Project Manager Jobs

Explore Wastewater Project Manager opportunities for experienced professionals who lead the planning, design, construction, and improvement of wastewater systems. These roles bring together engineering, project delivery, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder coordination to support reliable treatment and critical water infrastructure. Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Wastewater Project Managers Do

Wastewater Project Managers oversee projects such as treatment plant upgrades, collection system improvements, pump station construction, and infrastructure rehabilitation. They coordinate engineers, contractors, utilities, public agencies, and technical consultants while managing scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and quality. Depending on the employer and project, they may also guide permitting, procurement, commissioning, and operational handoff.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek project leadership experience in water or wastewater infrastructure, strong communication and organization skills, and familiarity with engineering and construction delivery. Knowledge of treatment processes, applicable environmental regulations, safety requirements, contract administration, and project controls can be valuable. A degree in civil, environmental, or related engineering is often preferred; professional engineering licensure or project management credentials may be required for some positions.

Where These Jobs Are Found

Wastewater Project Managers work for engineering and construction firms, municipal and regional utilities, public agencies, and infrastructure owners. Projects may involve treatment facilities, pipelines, conveyance systems, and resilience or modernization programs. Search current openings to find roles that match your experience, preferred location, and career goals.

Find Wastewater Project Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted Wastewater Project Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Compare opportunities and discover leadership roles where you can help deliver essential wastewater infrastructure projects.

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$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead impactful water projects, fostering client relationships and driving business development. Utilize your expertise to manage multi-disciplinary teams and ensure project succ...

2 days ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Empower the future of municipal water and wastewater projects by leading planning, design, and delivery efforts. Manage multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and strengthen client relationship...

1 week ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading water and wastewater projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and fostering client relationships while ensuring quality and compliance throughout the project lifecycle...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower communities by managing wastewater treatment projects from concept to commissioning. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize plant performance and deliver impactful infrastructure...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Drive the planning and execution of municipal water and wastewater projects, ensuring quality and compliance while managing budgets and schedules. Serve as the primary contact for clients and lead mul...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Champion the delivery of complex water and wastewater projects, managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships while leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality execution and compliance t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the planning and execution of municipal water and wastewater projects. Manage budgets, schedules, and client relationships while ensuring quality and compliance across all project phases. Drive t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $170K *

Champion innovative wastewater treatment projects from concept to commissioning, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance infrastructure and optimize plant performance while ensuring regu...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Lead the successful delivery of multi-million-dollar water infrastructure projects. Manage project execution, staffing, and client engagement while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and financ...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to manage water/wastewater projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Collaborate with professionals, establish client relations, and oversee project financials while foste...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform water and wastewater projects by leading teams, managing complex designs, and ensuring client satisfaction while fostering collaboration and technical excellence across the organization...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead municipal water and wastewater engineering projects from planning to construction, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions and men...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$106K - $164K *

Drive your career by leading diverse water and wastewater projects from planning to commissioning. Utilize your technical expertise to ensure project success while mentoring junior staff and managing...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $156K *

Lead diverse water and wastewater treatment projects, overseeing planning, design, and construction phases. Utilize technical expertise to ensure project reliability and efficiency while mentoring jun...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $164K *

Lead and manage diverse water/wastewater treatment projects from planning to commissioning. Collaborate with teams, ensure quality, and maintain client relationships while mentoring junior staff and o...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $156K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with teams from planning to commissioning, ensuring efficiency and quality while mentoring junior staff and managing c...

London, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $156K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water and wastewater treatment projects. Lead diverse teams through all project phases, ensuring efficiency and quality while mentoring junior staff and managi...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead project teams in delivering innovative water and wastewater treatment solutions. Oversee all project phases from planning to commissioning, ensuring efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction w...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead project teams in delivering water/wastewater treatment solutions. Manage all phases from planning to commissioning, ensuring efficiency and quality. Mentor junior staff while maintaining client r...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse water and wastewater treatment projects, overseeing all phases from planning to commissioning. Utilize your technical expertise to ensure project success while ment...

Windsor, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse water and wastewater projects, guiding teams from planning through execution. Leverage your technical expertise to ensure project success while mentoring junior sta...

Hamilton, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Champion your career by leading diverse water and wastewater projects. Drive project success from planning to commissioning while mentoring teams and ensuring quality and compliance across Southern On...

London, ONHybrid

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead and manage diverse water/wastewater treatment projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success, mentor junior staff, and maintain client relationships while a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading diverse water and wastewater treatment projects. Oversee planning, design, and construction phases while mentoring junior staff and ensuring project efficiency and compl...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead multi-disciplinary teams in delivering complex water/wastewater projects. Utilize your technical expertise to manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets while ensuring client satisfaction and...

3 weeks ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Wastewater Project Manager do?question toggle

    A Wastewater Project Manager plans and delivers wastewater infrastructure projects, coordinating technical teams and stakeholders while overseeing schedules, budgets, scope, risks, quality, and regulatory requirements.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Wastewater Project Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for experience in water or wastewater engineering, construction, or infrastructure project delivery. A related engineering degree is common, while a professional engineering license or project management certification may be needed for certain roles.

  • What types of projects do Wastewater Project Managers lead?question toggle

    Projects may include wastewater treatment plant upgrades, sewer and collection system improvements, pump stations, pipeline construction, facility rehabilitation, and infrastructure modernization.

  • How much do Wastewater Project Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by location, employer, experience, and project scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review each job listing for its specific compensation details.

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