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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$150K - $180K *

Lead the transition of projects from development to execution, overseeing estimating, cost forecasting, and scheduling. Manage a team while ensuring alignment with EPC budgets and schedules, driving p...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Execute comprehensive program management for a critical Air Force contract, leading a diverse team to ensure compliance, quality, and performance across multiple global operations while maintaining 24...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us in leading complex AI and CX transformation projects, ensuring successful delivery from mobilization to optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive accountability, transpare...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative power systems for utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects. Conduct critical electrical studies, collaborate with teams, and ensure safe grid connections while advancing clean ener...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$114K - $158K *

Drive the development and execution of advanced wireless network solutions, managing projects from inception to completion while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure al...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$155K - $175K *

Unlock your potential by leading strategic business development initiatives, fostering client relationships, and driving growth in the architecture and engineering sectors. Collaborate with multidisci...

Minnesota, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$119K - $184K *

Shape the future of procurement by leading a team in optimizing contract processes, implementing a Contract Lifecycle Management system, and ensuring compliance for major projects. Drive improvements...

Los Angeles, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful global clinical trials as a Project Manager, leading cross-functional teams to ensure project delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards while managing vendor relationsh...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Elevate your career by leading the mechanical commissioning lifecycle for mission-critical facilities. Oversee multi-disciplinary teams, ensure compliance, and deliver projects on time and within budg...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at a federal agency by managing platform enablement and customer solutions. Lead training, technical support, and cross-team collaboration to enhance data analytics and AI capabili...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine solutions engineering by leading a team focused on enhancing operational efficiency across OmniChannel Retail and Ecommerce. Drive effective implementation strategies and continuous improvem...

Georgia, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$70K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting disaster recovery efforts. Collaborate with leadership and clients to navigate complex recovery operations, ensuring effective management of multi-billion do...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Advance global clinical trials by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while managing timelines and budgets to deliver impactful results in Oncology research...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $165K *

Empower project success by managing cost control and planning for critical infrastructure projects. Utilize expertise to lead negotiations, provide estimates, and enhance value management across large...

United StatesRemote

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

$135K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional cost management services for large-scale construction projects. Leverage your expertise in a client-facing role, ensuring project objectives are...

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4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive product strategy and AI integration, ensuring innovative solutions meet market needs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experiences and deliver high-value...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by supporting project financial performance through effective planning, analysis, and reporting. Collaborate with teams to drive insights and ensure compliance while managing budge...

Huntsville, ALRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive utility project success as a Senior Substation Estimator, creating precise estimates and schedules, mentoring teammates, and collaborating with clients to ensure top-tier project execution in a...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion the execution of AI initiatives across the enterprise by overseeing project governance, planning, and cross-functional coordination, driving effective delivery from concept to measurable outc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Support comprehensive cost monitoring and reporting for a major infrastructure project, overseeing budgets, compliance, and stakeholder collaboration while ensuring data accuracy and financial integri...

Montreal, QCRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior VDC Engineer, driving innovative design solutions and enhancing project delivery through advanced BIM technologies and collaboration with diverse teams in a dynamic e...

St. Louis, MORemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing the full proposal lifecycle for federal opportunities, ensuring compliance and quality in submissions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive growth and enhance p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $134K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale Data Center projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and adherence to budget. Drive innovative AI implementations while overseein...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Optimize subcontractor risk management by overseeing prequalification, analyzing financial statements, and enhancing the SDI program. Collaborate with operations to ensure compliance and support proje...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$99K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing and coordinating mechanical systems for diverse projects. Ensure compliance, constructability, and alignment with client goals while managing documentation and client comm...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical 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.