Water/Wastewater Project Manager Jobs

Explore Water/Wastewater Project Manager jobs on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. These leaders guide projects that help communities and businesses manage essential water and wastewater infrastructure, from treatment facilities and distribution systems to collection networks and resilience upgrades.

What Water/Wastewater Project Managers Do

Project managers oversee work from planning and design through permitting, construction, commissioning, and closeout. Responsibilities may include defining scope and schedules, managing budgets and contracts, coordinating engineers and contractors, tracking risks, communicating with clients and public agencies, and ensuring projects meet regulatory, safety, and quality requirements.

Common Projects and Employers

Roles may focus on drinking water and wastewater treatment plants, pipelines, pumping stations, stormwater systems, water reuse, flood protection, and infrastructure rehabilitation. Employers include engineering and consulting firms, construction companies, utilities, municipalities, industrial organizations, and environmental services providers.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience delivering complex infrastructure projects, strong leadership and communication skills, and a working knowledge of project controls, procurement, contracts, and applicable regulations. Requirements vary by employer and role; some positions may prefer an engineering degree, a professional engineering license, or certifications such as PMP.

Find Water/Wastewater Project Manager Jobs

Browse current openings to compare responsibilities, employers, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover opportunities to lead projects with lasting public and environmental impact.

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$95K - $115K *

Engage in diverse remediation projects, leading design and implementation efforts while ensuring project success through effective management and client engagement in a collaborative environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Shape large-scale system integration projects by managing technical aspects, leading workshops, and ensuring successful implementation of ADMS/OMS systems while collaborating with clients and project...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of large-scale construction projects, managing stakeholders and ensuring compliance. Oversee project governance, track milestones, and enhance processes while fostering client relations...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage project lifecycles from order to delivery, ensuring quality, budget, and customer satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to drive communication and resolve escalations while championing continu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $136K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead electrical controls projects, optimizing production processes and enhancing safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions while managi...

Alberta, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing precise cost estimates for major infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide technical advice and value engineering throughout all design...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $123K *

Join us to lead the development of people analytics solutions that empower HR and business leaders. Utilize advanced data visualization and analytics tools to transform workforce data into actionable...

Phoenix, AZRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $155K *

Join a team that's leading the design and implementation of central utility systems. You'll manage complex projects, mentor engineers, and drive innovation in energy solutions for diverse facilities...

Austin, TXRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in strategic growth and relationship development for a portfolio of EPE clients. Drive business development, uncover opportunities, and enhance client engagement to expand EPE’s footpr...

Austin, TXRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $130K *

Transform the future of electrical systems by leading facility assessments, project management, and compliance initiatives. Leverage your expertise to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency acros...

Herndon, VARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$157K - $210K *

Unlock your potential by leading hazardous waste and compliance initiatives. Drive strategy, enhance environmental performance, and collaborate across teams to ensure regulatory adherence and operatio...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion growth by leading strategic account management, driving client relationships, and expanding EPE's footprint. Balance hands-on account management with team leadership to ensure consistent prac...

Austin, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $165K *

Advance your career by driving commercial growth in the Chemical Process Industry. Lead sales and account management, build client relationships, and influence strategic business goals while working r...

Houston, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $225K *

Drive innovation and strategic leadership in wastewater treatment and reuse projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable, cutting-edge engineering solutions while fostering client...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

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

$115K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to guiding recovery efforts post-disaster. Lead a multi-disciplinary team, leveraging your expertise in FEMA programs to support local governments through complex recovery...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K *

Lead complex engineering design for cathodic protection projects, ensuring effective resource utilization and technical supervision. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions and enhance...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $90K *

Optimize onsite environmental operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, maximizing efficiency, and driving performance through strategic planning and continuous improvement in hazar...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering complex automation projects, overseeing all phases from planning to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet safety, budget...

Reno, NVRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead and manage construction materials testing projects, ensuring quality assurance, client satisfaction, and compliance with standards while overseeing operations and fostering team development for s...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Help us drive strategic initiatives within Navy housing programs. You will support the planning and execution of barracks improvements, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance housing conditions, r...

Hawaii, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by providing civil engineering design and support for utility substations. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure quality control while managing project scope...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful IT projects by managing all phases from initiation to closeout. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely and successful project execution while aligning...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $126K *

Champion ecosystem restoration by leading design projects, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $96K *

Innovate with us to lead complex, multi-phase projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive project success while man...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $120K *

Engage in watershed restoration and resilience projects across Utah, focusing on the Jordan River watershed. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to develop and implement effective restoration strate...

Utah, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Water/Wastewater Project Manager do?question toggle

    A Water/Wastewater Project Manager plans and delivers water infrastructure projects, coordinating teams, budgets, schedules, contracts, stakeholders, and compliance from early planning through construction and completion.

  • What types of projects might these managers oversee?question toggle

    Projects can include water and wastewater treatment plants, pipelines, pumping stations, stormwater systems, water reuse initiatives, flood protection, and infrastructure upgrades or rehabilitation.

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

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value infrastructure project delivery experience, leadership, communication, budgeting, scheduling, and contract management. Some roles may require or prefer an engineering degree, a PE license, or PMP certification.

  • Where do Water/Wastewater Project Managers work?question toggle

    They may work for engineering and consulting firms, utilities, municipalities, construction companies, industrial organizations, or environmental services providers.

  • Can I find Water/Wastewater Project Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including relevant project management roles when available.