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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in MS4 compliance programs, managing complex projects and collaborating with stakeholders. Bring your 10+ years of engineering expertise to guide clients through evolving regulations a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$139K - $185K *

Lead and manage complex Power Delivery projects, ensuring optimal client service and financial performance. Collaborate with diverse teams to oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and quality while...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $113K *

Elevate the standards of water management projects by leading technical efforts, ensuring quality deliverables, and engaging clients to meet their objectives across various water-related designs and a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $113K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative water resource projects, enhancing client satisfaction and team efficiency while ensuring compliance and quality across all phases of development in various wa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $113K *

Elevate your engineering career by collaborating with a skilled team, tackling critical water resource projects, managing deliverables, and ensuring quality assurance across various phases. Make an im...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $114K *

Drive operational excellence in water and wastewater systems through strategic leadership, regulatory compliance, and effective team management, ensuring safe and reliable utility services for the com...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

The Asset Management Project Manager at WithersRavenel will lead projects aimed at extending the life of critical infrastructure and improving operational efficiency for clients. This role requires a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$129K - $136K *

Elevate wastewater operations by leading and mentoring a dedicated team. Your role enhances departmental effectiveness while ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Drive improvements throug...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and grow a regional water practice, driving strategic initiatives and delivering complex municipal projects while mentoring talent and enhancing client relationships across...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape innovative water resource solutions by leading complex projects, managing teams, and delivering high-quality designs in drainage, stormwater management, and stream restoration across diverse inf...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join us to lead and deliver complex water resources projects, focusing on stormwater management, erosion control, and hydrology. Collaborate with diverse teams to innovate solutions and advance your c...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in innovative stormwater management projects, guiding a talented team while delivering high-quality solutions for diverse clients. Drive collaboration across disciplines and mentor the...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in innovative stormwater management projects, guiding a talented team while delivering high-quality solutions for diverse clients. Engage in business development and community outreach...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading complex water resources projects, managing teams, and delivering innovative solutions in drainage, hydrology, and stream restoration. Join us to make a significant impac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful transportation engineering projects, fostering client relationships, and mentoring teams to achieve design excellence while adhering to budget and schedule cons...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of land development by managing complex projects, overseeing engineering teams, and ensuring client satisfaction while driving innovative solutions in residential...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in overseeing Water/Wastewater projects, providing technical expertise, and guiding project teams. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and m...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Deliver impactful environmental solutions by managing complex projects, engaging clients, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with a high-performance team to drive project success wh...

1 week ago

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

$140K - $175K *

Advance your career by overseeing diverse water resource projects, managing budgets, and ensuring timely execution. Collaborate with clients and lead technical teams to achieve project goals while fos...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leveraging your engineering expertise in water/wastewater systems. Collaborate with clients and project teams to deliver innovative solutions across planning, design, and operat...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform civil infrastructure projects by managing complex tasks from planning to execution. Lead teams, ensure cost-effectiveness, and maintain client relationships while mentoring junior staff and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $167K *

Join us to lead complex civil infrastructure projects, managing all phases from planning to execution. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior staff, and ensure project efficiency and client satisfactio...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $161K *

Lead the charge in managing complex civil infrastructure projects, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness while mentoring junior staff and maintaining client relationships throughout all project p...

London, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $161K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex civil infrastructure projects. Oversee planning, design, and execution while mentoring junior staff and ensuring project efficiency and client satisfac...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $161K *

Champion the future of civil infrastructure by managing diverse projects from planning to execution. Lead teams, ensure quality, and foster client relationships while delivering innovative solutions a...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

3 days 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.