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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$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage a dynamic commissioning team, driving project execution and business development. Utilize your engineering expertise to enhance client relationships and streamline processes across div...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your impact as a Senior Project Manager, leading a dynamic commissioning team. Drive innovation in engineering projects across diverse sectors, ensuring quality and efficiency while expanding...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead and grow a dynamic Water Resources team, managing projects and client relations while driving business development and ensuring high-quality engineering solutions for municipal water resources in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Empower our Water Resources team by leading projects, managing client relations, and driving business development. Oversee engineering design and project management while mentoring staff and ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing a collaborative team of 50 while enhancing member experiences and driving strategic workforce planning to ensure project success and talent growth across diverse projects...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engineer your career by leading complex capital projects, driving strategic direction, and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction. Leverage your expertise to manage budgets, schedules, and risks while ment...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of complex capital projects, leading teams through all phases to ensure successful delivery, stakeholder satisfaction, and compliance with corporate standards while mentoring junior sta...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $185K *

Lead and manage diverse civil engineering projects, driving collaboration and innovation while mentoring teams and enhancing client relationships across multiple sectors...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform project delivery by managing large-scale initiatives, ensuring governance, and driving client success through effective risk management and agile strategies. Collaborate with teams to enhanc...

Today

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

$177K - $200K *

Shape the future of water treatment by leading process engineering initiatives, driving innovation, and optimizing solutions across diverse markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure o...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$169K - $220K *

Lead the charge in strategic process engineering for water treatment systems, driving innovation and operational excellence across diverse markets. Build high-performing teams to deliver scalable solu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$177K - $200K *

Lead the charge in process engineering excellence, driving innovative water treatment solutions while managing high-performing teams to meet market demands and enhance operational efficiency across di...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Transform project delivery by managing scope, schedule, and budget while leading a dynamic team. Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring effective communication and project execution for success...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

Drive impactful civil engineering projects across diverse sectors, leading teams and managing client relationships. This role offers the chance to mentor talent while ensuring high-quality project del...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Lead the charge in innovative water resources projects, focusing on stormwater management and hydraulic evaluations. Collaborate with clients and regulatory agencies while mentoring junior engineers t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing construction projects from start to finish. You'll coordinate with diverse teams, manage schedules, and ensure projects meet specifications and budgets while...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Partner with us to drive growth in water and waste management sectors, fostering client relationships and leading project execution across multiple counties while ensuring strategic market initiatives...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Champion the growth of water and waste management services in West Florida. Collaborate with leaders and clients to drive project success, enhance client relationships, and support strategic initiativ...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive project excellence by managing multiple workstreams in a major pipeline expansion program. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality outcomes and support governance activities while m...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$128K - $205K *

Elevate client relationships and drive project success as a Senior Project Manager, overseeing civil engineering projects from inception to completion while leading teams and developing strategic mark...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead impactful Water/Wastewater projects, ensuring quality and compliance while managing budgets and multi-discipline teams. Drive innovative solutions in treatment and distribution systems to exceed...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Shape large-scale environmental projects by managing emergency response and hazardous waste operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction while overseeing...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Transform environmental challenges into solutions by managing complex projects in hazardous waste cleanup and emergency response. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety and efficiency while building...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Advance your career by managing complex environmental projects, ensuring safety and compliance while leading a dedicated team in emergency response and hazardous waste management across diverse custom...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $90K *

Champion large-scale environmental projects, ensuring safety and compliance while managing complex operations in hazardous waste cleanup and emergency response. Collaborate with teams to deliver effec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.