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 *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead Power Delivery projects, ensuring successful execution from initiation to closeout. Drive project performance, manage budgets, and maintain client satis...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Optimize project delivery in Power Delivery management, overseeing budgets, schedules, and client satisfaction. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in electric transmission...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $111K *

Advance your career by conducting advanced engineering analyses and collaborating on wastewater systems projects. Utilize hydraulic modeling and lead continuous improvement efforts while mentoring tec...

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

$127K - $157K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focusing on ODOT design projects. Leverage your 10-20 years of project management expertise to ensure timely delivery of high-quality transportation engineering so...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Join a team that's transforming transportation through innovative roadway design. Leverage your expertise in ODOT-type projects while collaborating closely with clients and engineers to exceed expecta...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Drive successful engineering outcomes by leading roadway design projects, collaborating with a diverse team to enhance transportation infrastructure across Ohio, ensuring client satisfaction through h...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Deliver outstanding roadway design solutions for diverse highway projects, ensuring client satisfaction while managing design teams and collaborating with stakeholders to meet project goals in Ohio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive compliance and quality in water and wastewater construction projects. Serve as the owner's representative, ensuring adherence to plans, safety standards, and contract requirements while monitori...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K *

Lead the charge in managing municipal sewer projects, overseeing planning, design, and capital improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with engineering standards and green infrastructure pra...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of water treatment by leading innovative projects in wastewater and water design. Collaborate with experts to deliver impactful solutions while mentoring a high-performance team in a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead innovative water and wastewater treatment projects, collaborating with experts to develop designs, ensure compliance, and mentor teams. Engage in diverse projects that enhance your skills and con...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead diverse natural resource projects, ensuring compliance, safety, and timely delivery while mentoring teams and fostering client relationships across the Carolinas and Virginia...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to support design and project execution in mechanical engineering, ensuring quality workflows in the water services industry through innovative collaboration...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Oversee complex environmental remediation projects across Hawaii and Guam. Manage all project phases, ensuring compliance and effective collaboration with teams and subcontractors. Drive successful ou...

1 week ago

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

$165K - $191K *

Unlock potential by leading complex water/wastewater projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring compliance. Drive client relationships and project success while managing multidisciplinary teams in a...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage multi-disciplinary engineering projects for energy clients, focusing on technical execution, client relationships, and project delivery. Drive innovative solutions while ensuring quali...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $165K *

Lead traffic engineering projects, enhancing mobility and safety across NYC and Long Island. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage technical tasks, and mentor junior staff to deliver high-q...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $165K *

Transform transportation infrastructure by leading traffic engineering projects, enhancing community connectivity through innovative design and analysis, while mentoring junior staff and collaborating...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading traffic engineering projects that enhance mobility and safety across New York City and Long Island. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff whil...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $165K *

Transform transportation projects by leading traffic engineering efforts, enhancing mobility and safety through innovative design and analysis. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholder...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading innovative water resource projects, utilizing advanced modeling techniques, and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance flood management and environmental resilien...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$165K - $247K *

Join a team that's committed to innovation and excellence in water resource management. Lead regional business development efforts and mentor a high-performing team while driving sustainable engineeri...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive complex stormwater management projects, overseeing design and permitting while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with teams and clients to ensure technical excellence and regulatory compl...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Manage stormwater operations to enhance flood risk management, ensuring compliance with regulations and facilitating effective planning, design, and maintenance of drainage systems to protect natural...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$162K - $183K *

Champion the operation and management of wastewater facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations while leading a diverse team. Drive improvements in processes and infrastructure to enhance service...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.