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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$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

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to innovative energy solutions by leading electrical design projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring high-quality standards in protection and controls engineering. Collaborate with teams...

Houston, TXRemote

6 days ago

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

$70K - $103K *

Unlock potential by providing expert support in chemical management and equipment troubleshooting, ensuring optimal performance at customer sites while fostering strong relationships and driving resul...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $154K *

Optimize and integrate the manufacturing process for hazardous materials, taking ownership from design through commissioning. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety and efficiency i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$70K - $103K *

Engage with customers to optimize chemical performance through routine testing, troubleshooting, and equipment management. Collaborate with site teams to ensure effective solutions and maintain strong...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $126K *

Drive risk adjustment projects by managing the full project life cycle, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring quality deliverables to meet annual goals and enhance operational efficiency...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Lead project management initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness, support strategic planning, and coordinate resources across divisions. Utilize strong analytical skills to respond to high...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $115K *

Unlock new business opportunities and drive sales performance in the water industry. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and implement strategies to exceed targets while ensu...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $105K *

Optimize civil construction projects by managing pre-sale and post-sale activities, collaborating with teams to ensure efficient execution, compliance, and risk mitigation throughout the project lifec...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$185K - $225K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of innovative project management, collaborating with scientists and engineers to drive complex client engagements. Your expertise will ensure successful delivery an...

Redwood City, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating contractor efforts across multiple sites to meet performance obje...

West Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $210K *

Lead the design management of owner-furnished electrical equipment for a hyperscale data center, ensuring integration, compliance, and quality standards while guiding teams and managing client communi...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Reimagine operational excellence by leading a regional team to optimize performance, enhance customer satisfaction, and ensure compliance. Drive financial success while fostering a safe and efficient...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in transforming data accessibility for product teams and AI agents. Oversee a team of data engineers to build a robust platform that ensures secure, reliable data usage across the orga...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing rail projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and strengthen client relationships while managing project delivery...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion the design and execution of high voltage substation projects, leading a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely, budget-compliant delivery while adhering to industry standards and regulations...

Maine, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in shaping network infrastructure standards for data centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in design, construction, and acceptance of tel...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $187K *

Drive project success by managing pipelines, building relationships, and leading cross-functional teams to secure capital project business. Enhance customer satisfaction through tailored solutions and...

Newtown Square, PARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $150K *

Empower operational excellence by leading pilot implementations, engaging with customers, and translating insights into scalable solutions. Drive measurable outcomes while navigating complex environme...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $225K *

Champion complex projects by leading cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals. Utilize project management best practices to ensure timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction while adapting...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $165K *

Drive the development and enhancement of innovative products and platforms, leading a dynamic engineering team to deliver secure, scalable solutions while fostering collaboration and technical excelle...

Staples, MNRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing proposal development processes, ensuring capacity aligns with pipeline demands. Oversee budgeting, hiring, and standards to enhance efficiency and drive successful projec...

Louisville, KYRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Deliver innovative mineral processing solutions to enhance plant operations, optimize costs, and improve product quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success and ensure co...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $164K *

Drive end-to-end design execution for major data center projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure alignment with safety, sustainability, and commercial goals throughout the project lifecycle...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.