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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$100K - $120K *

Elevate the water engineering sector by managing municipal projects that drive innovation in wastewater and water infrastructure, ensuring client satisfaction and technical excellence in every phase o...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $225K *

Manage complex water/wastewater projects, overseeing contract administration, team leadership, and client relations. Ensure successful project delivery through strategic planning and effective teamwor...

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion project success by leading water/wastewater treatment initiatives, overseeing contracts, schedules, and team dynamics to ensure timely delivery and compliance with industry standards...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $225K *

Drive project success by managing large-scale water/wastewater treatment initiatives. Lead teams, ensure compliance, and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders while delivering projects on...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join us to lead and manage wastewater treatment projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and specifications while fostering strong customer and stakeholder relati...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize water/wastewater systems design and project management. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while ensuring project timelines and budgets ar...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Engage in managing transportation projects from planning to delivery, fostering client relationships, mentoring staff, and driving organizational growth within a dynamic team environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of watershed management by leading innovative projects, fostering collaboration, and delivering exceptional client service while mentoring a dynamic team in a growing regional practic...

Yesterday

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

$88K - $105K *

Drive impactful watershed planning and project design, leading a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions for municipal clients while ensuring exceptional service and collaboration across the Sout...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse land development projects, guiding a skilled team while ensuring technical accuracy and client satisfaction. Collaborate with agencies and mentor junior staff to sh...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse land development projects, guiding a skilled team while ensuring technical accuracy and effective communication with clients and agencies. Drive project success thr...

2 weeks ago

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

$148K - $198K *

Shape the future of municipal wastewater treatment by leading innovative projects that enhance performance and sustainability. Utilize your expertise to guide multidisciplinary teams and deliver effec...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in managing transportation projects, enhancing community connectivity through innovative design and strategic planning while mentoring a dynamic team to ensure project excellence and c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $125K *

Lead projects in transportation and environmental design, managing teams and client relationships to enhance community infrastructure and ensure project quality and compliance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $125K *

Lead project management for transportation initiatives including trails and roadways. Foster team development while ensuring client satisfaction and budget adherence. Engage in community planning and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower project success by leading high-impact transportation drainage initiatives, managing client relationships, and driving innovative solutions from concept to completion while ensuring compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic growth in water infrastructure by leading client engagement, managing multidisciplinary teams, and delivering complex projects. Shape the future of water services across Upstate New...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage and oversee civil construction projects, ensuring successful execution through collaboration with cross-functional teams, adherence to budgets, and compliance with safety standards. Drive proje...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the successful execution of civil construction projects by overseeing cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with project requirements while fostering collabor...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you oversee project execution, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate closely with project managers and subcontractors to deliver high-value cons...

2 weeks ago

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

$91K - $160K *

Engage in impactful water project management, overseeing planning, execution, and optimization to meet community needs and environmental standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance regional wa...

Yesterday

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

$91K - $160K *

Drive impactful water projects by overseeing planning, execution, and optimization. Leverage your project management and engineering expertise to enhance community water systems while ensuring environ...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading large-scale wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, enforce safety protocols, and ensure efficient project execution while managing resourc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $110K *

Unlock potential by contributing to innovative water/wastewater design projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance municipal and industrial treatment solutions, ensuring compliance and effici...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading project teams in civil engineering, managing budgets, schedules, and client interactions while ensuring quality control and mentoring staff in a dynamic waste management...

1 week ago

  •   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.