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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$80K - $95K *

Champion project success by leading construction initiatives, managing resources, and ensuring timely delivery while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. Collaborate with teams to drive perfor...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing construction projects from planning to delivery. Collaborate with teams, oversee budgets, and ensure compliance with safety standards while fostering a productive work...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of complex transportation projects, leading design and quality assurance while fostering client relationships and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative infra...

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $135K *

Manage and mentor a dynamic Water Resources team, overseeing project delivery and ensuring quality control while leveraging engineering expertise to develop innovative drainage solutions for transport...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing civil engineering projects, ensuring technical accuracy, client satisfaction, and financial performance while mentoring junior staff and overseeing project design teams to...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing civil engineering projects, ensuring technical accuracy, client satisfaction, and financial performance while mentoring junior staff and overseeing project design teams to...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative civil engineering solutions. As a Project Manager, you'll lead project design teams, manage client relationships, and ensure project profitability...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative infrastructure solutions. Collaborate on diverse projects, providing essential support in planning, design, and construction management while ensu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Drive your career with impactful infrastructure projects, collaborating on design, planning, and construction oversight. Engage with diverse teams to enhance community development and ensure project s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Oversee strategic leadership in Project Management and Quality Control, driving execution aligned with standards and client expectations. Manage team development, financial performance, and process im...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead transformative municipal engineering projects, guiding teams to success while managing budgets, client relationships, and ensuring top-tier deliverables and compliance with standards. Your expert...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead project teams to deliver high-quality municipal engineering solutions. Ensure project budgets, schedules, and client communications are effectively managed while fostering team development and st...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$191K - $285K *

Help us drive strategic growth and operational excellence in our practice. Lead high-performing teams, align business objectives, and ensure client satisfaction through innovative solutions and collab...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $135K *

Champion innovative municipal projects by leading design and delivery efforts. Leverage your expertise to mentor teams, manage client relationships, and drive successful outcomes in transportation, dr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize cross-functional project management by leading a global team, enhancing NPD processes, and driving innovation. Collaborate with diverse teams to improve visibility, resolve execution barriers...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and enhance global project management for new product development, ensuring disciplined execution across platforms. Drive innovation, improve visibility, and build a high-performing team to meet...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize geotechnical and construction materials projects, ensuring quality and compliance from proposal to execution. Leverage technical expertise and client relationships to deliver effective soluti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing geotechnical and construction materials projects, ensuring quality and compliance from proposal to execution. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $115K *

Lead the charge in driving cross-functional manufacturing projects, improving operational performance and product quality while ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution. Collaborate with various...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $104K *

Lead the charge in overseeing the city's stormwater utility program, ensuring compliance with regulations while managing technical aspects and public outreach initiatives within designated watersheds...

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex transportation design-build projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery while fostering growth in our...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform site development projects by leading a dynamic team, managing client relationships, and ensuring quality design and compliance across diverse markets. Drive innovation and excellence in engi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize engineering processes by ensuring compliance with SCADA standards, leading project development, and providing technical support for reliable operations across capital projects in electrical a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$102K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leading water resource projects, analyzing data, and guiding teams. Collaborate on design, planning, and quality control to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring compliance w...

3 weeks ago

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

$102K - $125K *

Lead impactful water resource projects by analyzing data, preparing specifications, and guiding junior staff. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring co...

3 weeks ago

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

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.