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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$157K - $283K *

Lead the charge in technical oversight of major rail bridge projects, ensuring quality and collaboration in a dynamic environment focused on enhancing critical infrastructure in the NY/NJ region...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$157K - $283K *

Lead the charge in technical design oversight of major rail infrastructure projects, ensuring quality and collaboration among stakeholders while leveraging your extensive experience in civil engineeri...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$178K - $276K *

Transform water infrastructure by leading project delivery and client engagement. Drive innovative design management and team collaboration while mentoring professionals in a dynamic water practice fo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic environmental team, managing diverse projects, and driving business growth while ensuring exceptional client service and regulatory compliance in a collaborative...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Optimize your career by leading municipal water and wastewater projects. Oversee field operations, manage subcontractors, and ensure timely, quality project delivery while maintaining safety and compl...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $125K *

Manage environmental projects by overseeing permitting, compliance, and field investigations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success across transportation, energy, and land...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic team of Project Managers, overseeing budgets, and driving business development while fostering strong owner/engineer relationships to create innovative value engi...

Today

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

$88K - $105K *

Champion the successful delivery of large-scale public infrastructure projects, overseeing multiple heavy civil construction initiatives. Ensure compliance, budget adherence, and timely completion whi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining transportation drainage solutions. Lead high-profile projects, manage budgets and schedules, and provide strategic guidance to clients while mentoring teams and driving b...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of utility infrastructure projects from inception to completion, leading cross-functional teams to ensure quality and client satisfaction while managing budgets and schedules effectivel...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $157K *

Engage in leading multi-discipline projects while exceeding client expectations. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive project success, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with qualit...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading municipal infrastructure and civil engineering projects, coordinating teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring successful delivery from proposal through constr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and delivery of municipal water and wastewater systems, ensuring high-quality engineering solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers while managing...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of large-scale mechanical projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and overseeing all phases from design to commissioning. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver mission-c...

6 days ago

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

$301K - $366K *

Lead innovative initiatives and strategic planning to enhance water management and sustainability efforts, ensuring effective collaboration and operational excellence across the agency...

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

$159K - $214K *

Manage and lead complex Power Generation projects, ensuring optimal client service, quality, and financial performance. Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and risk management while coordinating...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $220K *

Oversee complex construction projects nationwide, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and compliance with quality standards while coordinating with clients, teams, and stakeholders to drive p...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform projects by leveraging your expertise in traffic engineering and transportation planning. Lead a team to manage complex studies, design work, and client relationships while enhancing busines...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing large-scale remediation projects, ensuring safety and compliance while leading diverse teams. Collaborate with industry professionals to deliver exceptional service acr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $120K *

Champion large-scale remediation projects by leading teams, managing client relations, and ensuring safety and compliance. Collaborate across business lines to deliver high-quality service while drivi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

The Senior Project Manager for Utilities will oversee the management of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring quality control and maintaining client relationships. This role involves...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in project management by coordinating utility services, ensuring alignment with objectives, and driving successful project execution through collaboration with internal teams and clien...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the daily operations of water plant facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and effective team management. Oversee maintenance, budgeting, and communication with stakeholders to enhance...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead our estimating team for water/wastewater projects, driving strategy and performance. Collaborate with leadership to enhance win rates and project selection while mentoring staff and ensuring accu...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform water treatment systems by designing innovative solutions for diverse applications. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and efficiency while thriving in a fast-paced environment that...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.