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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$110K - $130K *

Engage in the development and execution of a corporate-wide Process Safety strategy, ensuring compliance with regulations while leading audits, hazard analyses, and emergency response planning across...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive compliance and sustainability by advising clients on environmental regulations, managing projects, and developing practical solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to air, stormwat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead sourcing strategies for mission-critical data center projects. Drive supplier negotiations, manage complex bids, and enhance sourcing capabilities while ensuring timely pro...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Elevate category management for data center infrastructure by leading a high-performing team, developing strategic supplier partnerships, and driving innovative sourcing strategies to enhance operatio...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of utility-scale transmission projects. Oversee contractor activities, ensure quality installations, and foster strong relationships while managing project logist...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $175K *

Elevate process safety standards by leading complex hazard analyses and compliance audits. Collaborate with diverse clients, mentor engineers, and drive project success while ensuring high-quality ser...

Spring, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $273K *

Elevate infrastructure innovation by architecting automated, resilient multi-cloud environments, driving AI-first operations, and implementing Zero Trust security protocols across enterprise systems f...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $126K *

Champion innovative highway design and construction projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver safe, sustainable, and efficient t...

Washington, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$186K - $233K *

Lead and enhance security operations by managing incident detection and response. Build a high-performing team, optimize security technologies, and ensure rapid threat remediation across multi-tenant...

New York, NYRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $252K *

Lead the charge in building and managing high-performing software engineering teams. Drive innovation, optimize processes, and deliver high-quality applications while fostering a culture of excellence...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $190K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance for medical devices by managing audits, reviewing documentation, and collaborating with clients. Utilize your expertise in regulatory frameworks to drive quality...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $170K *

Analyze and develop precise electrical cost estimates for large-scale data center projects, ensuring accurate planning and commercial guidance throughout the project lifecycle while collaborating with...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$92K - $139K *

Drive exceptional customer success by managing a complex portfolio of Enterprise accounts, enhancing software value through strategic relationships and problem-solving. Influence industry revenue and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $139K *

Drive customer success by managing a portfolio of enterprise accounts, ensuring optimal software utilization, and fostering strong relationships to enhance client satisfaction and revenue growth...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $110K *

Contribute to our commissioning team by delivering high-quality mechanical commissioning services, combining hands-on fieldwork with technical office tasks to ensure optimal system performance and cli...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $100K *

Partner with us to drive successful project implementations by managing RFP processes, ensuring realistic timelines, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to deliver on commitments post-award...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $187K *

Grow your career with a hands-on Engineering Manager role leading a dynamic team to enhance an AI-powered healthcare hiring platform, ensuring quality, reliability, and innovation across multiple tech...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $124K *

Unlock potential by driving sales and fostering relationships with customers. Assess their environmental needs and deliver tailored solutions while expanding service offerings to maximize growth and r...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $228K *

Drive growth by leading strategic initiatives within the US Air Force, championing innovative data solutions to modernize operations and enhance mission success across defense programs while collabora...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion identity lifecycle management by automating access processes, ensuring compliance, and enhancing security posture. Collaborate with teams to identify anomalies and streamline auditing while m...

Atlanta, GARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality cost management services for large-scale data center projects. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met throughout the...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$145K - $178K *

Champion project success by managing major initiatives across regions, leveraging Salesforce for seamless collaboration, and driving growth through strategic partnerships with key accounts and local r...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $172K *

Take ownership of Virtual Construction Management for data center projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, manage VDC models, and drive project success through effective communication and co...

Alexandria, LARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency and driving strategic initiatives. This role focuses on program coordination, process improvement, and project tracking within a global...

Los Angeles, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$69K - $123K *

Lead critical bridge inspections and collaborate with engineers to ensure safety and compliance. Engage in emergency responses, prepare detailed reports, and support project scoping within a dynamic t...

Portage, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

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

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.