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 *

Shape the future of drinking water by leading impactful municipal projects, managing client relationships, and delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that ensure safe water access for communi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing municipal water and wastewater projects, overseeing design, planning, and execution while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure client satisfaction and proje...

2 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing municipal water and wastewater projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions from concept to completion while ensuring client satisfa...

2 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of municipal engineering by leading water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring client satisfaction from concept...

2 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the design and management of municipal water/wastewater projects, ensuring high-quality delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to innovate solutions while promoting safety and e...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer profitable water/wastewater engineering solutions, focusing on business development, project oversight, and client relationships in Texas. Lead teams, manage projects, and drive growth while e...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of water and wastewater engineering by driving business development, managing projects, and fostering client relationships in Texas. Lead a team to achieve growth and profitability wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Grow a thriving water/wastewater engineering business by leading client development, managing projects, and mentoring staff. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance market presence and foster strong re...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion impactful engineering solutions by leading wastewater projects. Drive design, manage budgets, and enhance client relationships while supporting business growth. Join a collaborative team dedi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing water infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to deliver impactful projects while mentoring junior...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform communities by leading innovative water and wastewater projects. Utilize advanced engineering principles to design, analyze, and deliver sustainable solutions while mentoring junior engineer...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by designing and delivering innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and quality while mentoring junio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful water and wastewater projects by applying advanced engineering principles. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and deliver innovative solutions that enhance c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage diverse water/wastewater projects to enhance community systems. Deliver innovative solutions, foster client relationships, and mentor emerging engineers, while ensuring high-quality outcomes th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing complex water/wastewater projects, leading teams, and ensuring client satisfaction. Utilize your expertise in project execution, budgeting, and design to deliver innova...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful water/wastewater projects by managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships while mentoring junior staff and ensuring high-quality design solutions...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career as a Senior Project Manager, leading municipal water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage budgets, and ensure quality deliverables while fostering client...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful municipal water/wastewater projects by managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality designs and solutions while mentoring juni...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $128K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water infrastructure. Lead high-profile projects, mentor engineers, and drive business growth in a collaborative environment focused on innovative water and wa...

3 weeks ago

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

$112K - $128K *

Lead the design and execution of water/wastewater projects, providing technical expertise and mentorship. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure project success while driving growth in the water...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in planning and executing water/wastewater projects, coordinating designs, and ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of water infrastructure by managing projects through planning, design, and construction phases, focusing on pump stations and pipelines to enhance community resou...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $160K *

Lead impactful water/wastewater projects, managing design and client relations while ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive team success and advance your career in a collaborative environment foc...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Drive impactful water and wastewater projects, managing design and client relations while ensuring compliance with regulations. Lead teams and enhance your career in a dynamic environment focused on i...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Unlock potential by managing diverse water/wastewater projects from planning to construction. Collaborate across disciplines, ensuring projects meet timelines and budgets while fostering client relati...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.