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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$114K - $158K *

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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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    Search Ladders for vetted Wastewater Project Manager openings with salaries of $100,000 or more, and filter listings by location and other preferences.