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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$140K - $200K *

Inspire growth by leading a dynamic machinery team, driving business development, and delivering innovative solutions that enhance client relationships and project success while ensuring high-quality...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the transformation of healthcare IT by managing ServiceNow projects, enhancing workflows, and ensuring seamless integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solution...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence across multiple railroad properties while ensuring safety, compliance, and financial performance. Engage collaboratively with leadership teams to enhance employee developm...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$82K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of manufacturing by supporting project coordination and gaining cross-functional experience. Collaborate with experts while contributing to innovative solutions i...

Michigan, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Support the planning and implementation of traffic management for major infrastructure projects, ensuring safety and compliance with standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop effective traff...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and implement secure, scalable network solutions. Leverage your expertise in networking technologies to enhance performance and reliability while collaborating with cross-fun...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

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United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform project outcomes by managing design and construction initiatives, ensuring effective communication, budget oversight, and timely delivery for successful healthcare capital projects...

Englewood, CORemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$88K - $118K *

Join a team that's dedicated to solving complex challenges in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with experts to drive innovation and enhance operational efficiency while contributing to impactful pro...

Ontario, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $118K *

Join our team to drive business development in Project Services, expand client relationships, and enhance service delivery. Collaborate across functions to improve customer satisfaction and achieve re...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $125K *

Take ownership of safety initiatives across multiple construction sites, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety. Collaborate with teams to educate and implement best practices while con...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $155K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cultural resources management. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll lead initiatives, mentor staff, and collaborate with experts to enhance our services across...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $150K *

Champion strategic growth by leading M&A initiatives, conducting financial analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive successful transactions and enhance corporate capabilities...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $160K *

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Arizona, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $165K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$131K - $205K *

Engage in the design and evaluation of electric power generation projects. Provide technical support and owner’s engineering services, focusing on thermal power systems. Collaborate on project develop...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$126K - $190K *

Drive large-scale supply chain projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes and enhance operational...

Calabasas, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing future leaders through strategic coaching and comprehensive programs. Drive talent assessment and succession planning initiatives while managing a high-travel role dedic...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $175K *

Champion the design and execution of mechanical system upgrades in data centers. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project alignment, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement in mission...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Oversee project management processes, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Lead a team to optimize efficiency, mitigate risks, and foster collaboration across departments for successful proj...

Lacey, WARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $184K *

Pioneer the development and operational convergence through automation, designing CI/CD pipelines and driving release process efficiency to enhance software delivery across diverse teams and projects...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $205K *

Drive civil and structural construction excellence by managing on-site activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and collaborating with diverse teams to meet project milestone...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead financial and operational systems in a mission-driven organization. Collaborate with the CEO and team to ensure effective management of budgets, grants, and administrative functions while optimiz...

Leesburg, VARemote

Yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water infrastructure by leveraging your engineering expertise and industry connections to drive project success and enhance customer loyalty across a diverse r...

Coshocton, OHRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $125K *

Unlock potential by translating P&IDs and design documents into precise pipe fabrication drawings for industrial projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency throughout the proje...

United StatesRemote

2 days 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.