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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$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic financial leadership and analysis to business units. Collaborate with teams to enhance financial management practices, ensuring compliance and supporting organi...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$200K - $240K *

Lead the charge in managing major tunnel construction projects, overseeing teams and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success and f...

Frederick, MDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in establishing Forgen's water sector presence across Texas, driving business development and client relationships in flood control and water infrastructure projects while managing a r...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $102K *

Lead the charge in hazardous waste compliance efforts, guiding a team of inspectors to ensure adherence to regulations, enhance program integrity, and address emerging challenges across diverse sector...

Washington, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $152K *

Engage in leading utility-scale power-system projects, overseeing all phases from planning to execution. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project delivery aligns with client expectat...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $106K *

Lead impactful initiatives in equitable electric mobility, managing multi-state programs and fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders to drive sustainable transportation policies and practic...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Champion seamless transitions by managing federal project awards from contract to construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely execution of all requirements, driving efficiency and clarity th...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Champion growth by expanding dealership networks and driving financing adoption in the powersports industry. Build relationships, identify opportunities, and enhance dealer experiences through strateg...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to operational excellence by ensuring environmental compliance through audits, reporting, and program administration. Engage with facilities to enhance culture and procedures as the company...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $152K *

Empower progress in environmental compliance by developing air permitting strategies for complex industrial projects. Collaborate with multi-disciplined teams to ensure adherence to air quality regula...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead large-scale engineering projects by overseeing design tasks, ensuring compliance, and mentoring team members. Collaborate with project managers to deliver high-quality solutions that meet client...

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $130K *

Join our Municipal team as a Senior Design Engineer, where you'll lead diverse projects, enhance client relationships, and drive innovation in the transportation and water/sewer sectors across Maine a...

South Portland, MERemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead investigations into pipeline incidents, ensuring safety and compliance. Collaborate with federal and state agencies to analyze failures and share insights, enhancing national pipeline safety thro...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$103K - $181K *

Join us to lead high-impact programs and projects, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing performance through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration. Your expertise will guide teams and...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Help us lead the charge in optimizing Radio Access Network deployments. This role combines RF engineering expertise with project management to ensure successful execution from planning to carrier acce...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $175K *

Lead transformative insurance program initiatives, overseeing technology enhancements and operational workflows. Collaborate across teams to drive project management and ensure compliance, while optim...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to lead the Virtual Design and Construction team, driving BIM strategies and enhancing construction technology. Oversee departmental initiatives, mentor staff, and collaborate across f...

Sanford, FLRemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative power system solutions by conducting EMT studies and developing models. Collaborate with leadership to enhance team expertise and deliver quality advisory support to clients in the...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing project management processes for a VHA client team. Utilize your expertise to enhance strategic planning, decision-making, and execution while collaborating with senior s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $138K *

Lead the charge in ensuring bridge safety by managing scour assessments and inspections. Collaborate with engineers and consultants to develop action plans for scour-critical bridges, enhancing statew...

Tumwater, WARemote

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing strategic customer accounts, fostering partnerships, and driving growth through exceptional service and collaboration. This remote role emphasizes customer retention and o...

Indiana, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$185K - $297K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading test automation and quality architecture for cloud and mobile systems. Shape technical vision, mentor engineers, and drive AI-first automation strategies whi...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project success by managing multiple engagements, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering stakeholder relationships. Oversee a high-volume portfolio, driving efficiency and proactive risk mana...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining project management in nuclear services. Lead complex projects, tackle emergent customer needs, and leverage your nuclear expertise to drive success while ensuring complia...

Wilmington, NCRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Manage multiple construction projects in the eastern region, ensuring quality, safety, and timely completion. Lead a team of superintendents and project managers while collaborating with stakeholders...

Allentown, PARemote

3 weeks ago

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

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.