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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$145K - $215K *

Contribute to impactful architectural projects for the US Postal Service, leading design teams and ensuring quality control. Leverage your expertise to manage projects, interact with clients, and driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $215K *

Lead the charge in managing architectural projects for the US Postal Service, applying standard design techniques and collaborating with clients to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to lead complex civil engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Utilize your expertise in project management and engineering to drive success across multipl...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing wastewater engineering by providing expert guidance on complex projects, mentoring teams, and optimizing treatment designs to enhance community infrastructure and engineer...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate wastewater engineering by providing senior technical guidance on complex projects, mentoring teams, and optimizing treatment designs across multiple offices. Drive innovation and improve engin...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing wastewater engineering through technical guidance, mentoring, and innovative solutions across diverse projects and teams, enhancing community infrastructure a...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive technical excellence in wastewater engineering by providing senior guidance, mentoring teams, and optimizing treatment solutions across multiple projects and locations. Elevate standards and pra...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$93K - $114K *

Lead the design and implementation of innovative water resources solutions across complex transportation and land development projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction in a colla...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $115K *

Champion efficient wastewater operations by leading a skilled team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing plant performance through effective supervision and training...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental projects and client relationships, overseeing technical teams, and driving business development initiatives to enhance client engagement and project success i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $100K *

Shape the future of environmental projects by leading teams, managing client relationships, and driving business development in the Bangor area. Oversee compliance, permitting, and project execution w...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $185K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering complex transit capital projects. Lead planning, coordination, and execution while managing scope, budget, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful ou...

Yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative transportation projects, providing technical expertise and mentorship while ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements across multi...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful municipal water and wastewater projects from pursuit to delivery. Lead strategic planning, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful project execution and collaboratio...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Innovate in water and wastewater treatment by managing capital improvement projects, coordinating with consultants, and ensuring quality design deliverables while enhancing public relations and commun...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative municipal infrastructure projects. Lead planning, design, and execution while managing client relationships and multidisciplinary teams to enhance...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$138K - $241K *

Optimize construction project management by overseeing multiple projects, conducting analyses, and providing expert consultation. Lead teams, manage schedules, and ensure compliance with regulations w...

1 week ago

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

$112K - $154K *

Join a team that's shaping communities by leading complex land development projects. Oversee project lifecycles, build client relationships, and mentor teams in a collaborative environment while drivi...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $154K *

Champion the successful execution of field projects, ensuring adherence to budget, timeline, and quality standards while leading teams and coordinating with stakeholders in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$87K - $162K *

Optimize district operations by supervising staff and overseeing capital construction and maintenance activities in the water distribution system, ensuring compliance with regulations and efficient se...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex engineering projects, ensuring quality delivery through effective team leadership, budget management, and stakeholder communication while mentoring staff and foster...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $170K *

Shape the future of capital projects by leading multi-discipline teams to deliver complex design packages, ensuring quality and client satisfaction across diverse sectors including healthcare and gove...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Drive project success by leading a team, managing budgets, and ensuring quality delivery while fostering client relationships and mentorship within a collaborative environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative project management strategies, ensuring quality delivery and effective communication with clients while leading a dynamic team to achieve project goals, foster client relationships...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead project teams to deliver high-quality outcomes, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while fostering client relationships; mentor staff and drive project pursuits, all while improving efficiency...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.