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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$117K - $171K *

Join us in shaping innovative water strategies for data centers nationwide. Lead complex projects, mentor teams, and collaborate with industry leaders to drive growth in environmental compliance and w...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Lead the charge in advancing water strategy initiatives for data centers nationwide, overseeing due diligence, compliance, and innovative solutions while mentoring teams and collaborating with industr...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Lead the charge in advancing innovative water strategies for data centers nationwide. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, optimize resources, and drive growth in environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Innovate water strategy initiatives for data centers, leading due diligence, compliance, and infrastructure planning. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions and drive...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Champion innovative water strategies for data centers, leading due diligence, compliance, and project delivery while mentoring teams and driving growth in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Contribute to innovative water strategy initiatives for data centers, leading due diligence evaluations, water supply assessments, and compliance efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to d...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Drive innovative water strategy initiatives for data centers nationwide, leading due diligence, compliance, and project management efforts while mentoring teams and collaborating with industry leaders...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Transform water strategy initiatives for data centers by leading due diligence, compliance, and innovative solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive growth and ensure regulatory adh...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Lead the charge in advancing innovative water strategies for data centers nationwide. Drive complex regulatory programs, mentor teams, and collaborate with industry leaders to enhance environmental co...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Shape the future of water strategy for data centers nationwide. Lead complex regulatory programs, mentor teams, and drive innovation in environmental compliance while collaborating with industry leade...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Lead complex water strategy initiatives for data centers, overseeing due diligence, regulatory compliance, and innovative solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive growth and delive...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Transform water strategy initiatives for data centers nationwide. Lead due diligence, develop sourcing strategies, and ensure compliance while mentoring teams and driving innovation in environmental s...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Innovate your career by leading water strategy initiatives for data centers. Drive compliance, mentor teams, and collaborate across disciplines to enhance environmental solutions nationwide while supp...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in water strategy for data centers, driving innovative solutions and regulatory compliance while mentoring teams and collaborating across disciplines to enhance envir...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Lead national water strategy initiatives for data centers, overseeing due diligence, compliance, and innovative solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive growth and mentor staff whi...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $171K *

Drive innovative water strategy initiatives for data centers, leading due diligence, compliance, and project management efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solution...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Drive innovative water and wastewater solutions nationwide, supporting strategic initiatives and regulatory compliance for diverse clients. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance project...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Shape the future of water management by leading innovative projects in water and wastewater strategy. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable solutions for industrial clients a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Unlock your potential as you lead innovative water strategy initiatives nationwide, driving compliance and sustainability for advanced manufacturing and industrial clients while collaborating with mul...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping water strategy initiatives nationwide, focusing on due diligence, water supply development, and compliance for advanced manufacturing and industrial clients. Drive innovativ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Play a key role in advancing water strategy initiatives nationwide, supporting due diligence evaluations, water supply development, and compliance for industrial clients while collaborating with multi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Deliver innovative water and wastewater solutions by managing projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and providing regulatory guidance to ensure compliance and optimize resource managem...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Drive innovative water strategy initiatives nationwide, overseeing due diligence, sourcing, and compliance for advanced manufacturing and industrial clients. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Transform your career by leading innovative water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop strategies, ensure compliance, and deliver sustainable solutions for dive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $140K *

Join us to lead innovative water and wastewater projects, driving strategic initiatives and regulatory compliance while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable solutions for...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.