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 *

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

$115K - $165K *

Partner with us to deliver innovative geotechnical solutions for critical infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and enhance your leadership skills...

4 weeks ago

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

$115K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team as you analyze geotechnical challenges, delivering innovative solutions for critical infrastructure projects. Collaborate with experts, mentor junior engineers, and enhance your le...

4 weeks ago

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

$115K - $165K *

Transform communities by leading geotechnical projects that enhance infrastructure resilience. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, mentor junior engineers, and ta...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Engage in ecosystem restoration projects, leading a multi-disciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions for stream, wetland, and floodplain restoration while managing client relationships and busi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer innovative pipeline projects by leading multi-discipline teams, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence from inception to completion while fostering client relationships and managing pr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver innovative planning and design solutions for water and wastewater systems. Collaborate with clients and project members to ensure quality service throughout all project...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $125K *

Advance the future of water and wastewater infrastructure by leading design and project management efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize systems and ensure compliance with regu...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead multidisciplinary projects, mentor talent, and drive successful project delivery from inception to closeout, ensuring client satisfaction and community impact across the So...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dedicated team to oversee Water Treatment and Waste Water projects. As a Superintendent, you’ll manage on-site activities, ensure quality and safety, and lead the development of your crew, fost...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in engineering consulting. Oversee operations, manage projects, and lead business development efforts while ensuring quality and safety standards are met across m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage an engineering consulting office, overseeing operations, project management, and business development while ensuring quality control and client satisfaction across multiple service lin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize the operations of a dynamic engineering consulting office, overseeing project management, client relations, and business development while ensuring quality control and financial perf...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$117K - $191K *

Engineer innovative solutions in environmental engineering, focusing on water sustainability and public health. Lead complex projects with minimal supervision, ensuring compliance and quality while me...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$178K - $276K *

Engage in impactful water/wastewater projects, driving client success and team management while fostering innovation and mentorship. This role demands technical expertise and strong leadership to elev...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping municipal infrastructure projects, enhancing water, wastewater, and stormwater systems. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage project budgets, and mentor junior engineers to...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $140K *

The Environmental Site and Conveyance Project Manager is responsible for overseeing civil engineering projects related to water and wastewater treatment and conveyance. This role involves managing a t...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $210K *

Elevate water treatment solutions by applying innovative design strategies and technical expertise. Collaborate on complex projects ensuring optimal treatment processes while mentoring junior engineer...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative water engineering solutions by managing technical projects, providing expert support, and fostering partnerships. Collaborate across cultures to enhance service delivery and drive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Drive project success by managing scope, schedule, and budget while leading teams and ensuring client satisfaction. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality civil engineering projects on...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $160K *

Elevate pipeline and energy project permitting through expert management and regulatory compliance, ensuring sustainable practices align with the evolving energy landscape while fostering strong clien...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead and oversee land development projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables while managing multidisciplinary teams and client relationships. Drive innovation and sustainability in urban infrastruct...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of municipal stormwater infrastructure. Lead innovative drainage projects, mentor professionals, and cultivate client relationships to drive growth in Central Tex...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $159K *

Engage with us to lead Urban Renewal and Land Development projects, guiding them from design to construction. Utilize your expertise to manage client relationships and ensure project success in a hybr...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive sustainable water infrastructure projects by designing and managing decentralized treatment systems. Collaborate with clients and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and deliver innovative...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.