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 *

Manage wastewater treatment projects from concept to commissioning, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize plant performance and deliver impactful infrastructure solutions that enhance...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Empower communities by managing wastewater treatment projects from concept to commissioning. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize plant performance and deliver impactful infrastructure...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion project excellence in the water/wastewater/utilities sector by managing teams and client relationships, ensuring timely delivery, quality control, and budget adherence while leading innovativ...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex water/wastewater projects, guiding them from inception to completion while fostering collaboration and client relationships. Drive project success through strategic...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $170K *

Champion municipal infrastructure projects, enhancing water and wastewater utilities. Collaborate with clients, lead a skilled team, and drive innovative solutions from planning to execution while fos...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in water/wastewater engineering projects, managing multi-discipline teams and client relationships. Drive business growth while mentoring junior staff and ensuring project success from...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of water and wastewater engineering by leading diverse teams in project management, design, and client relations. This role offers growth opportunities as you drive business developme...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $170K *

Champion innovative wastewater treatment projects from concept to commissioning, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance infrastructure and optimize plant performance while ensuring regu...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing water/wastewater projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while coordinating teams and serving as the primary client contact...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project management processes by coordinating schedules, contracts, and deliverables. Collaborate with engineers and clients to ensure timely execution of water/wastewater projects while maint...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading complex water/wastewater projects, managing design teams, and driving business development. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project delivery by leading multidisciplinary teams through all phases, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to budget and schedule while mentoring junior staff and implementing quality...

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams on complex water projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Manage project lifecycle, budgets, and staff while fostering strong client rela...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Drive impactful water facility projects by managing construction teams, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with stakeholders. Oversee project costs, schedules, and inspections to deliver high-quali...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $93K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and operational excellence across wastewater facilities. Conduct inspections, identify deficiencies, and maintain regulatory standards to enhance system performa...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Empower the future of water infrastructure by leading innovative projects in planning, design, and delivery. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tackle complex challenges while ensuring qualit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and deliver innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and quality while mentoring junior engineers and driving succ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $165K *

Lead the charge in planning and delivering innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance community sustainability and ensure compliance w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Transform community infrastructure by leading innovative water/wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver sustainable solutions, while mentoring junior staff a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive innovative solutions in water/wastewater engineering, managing projects from design to execution. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance community infrastructure and ensure environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Empower progress at essential water infrastructure projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design, analyze, and deliver innovative solutions for water and wastewater systems while ment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver essential solutions while mentoring junior engineers and enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as you drive the planning and design of vital water infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance community resou...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing water infrastructure projects across California. Leverage your engineering expertise to design, deliver, and manage essential water and wastewater systems whi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Develop innovative water and wastewater infrastructure solutions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success. Engage in design, analysis, and client relations while mentoring...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.