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Manager Water Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

District Manager - Water

New Britain, CT ยท On-site

$142.10 - $213.20/hr

Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, is seeking a District Sales Manager to join our industry leading sales team. You'll be responsible for revenue and profit growth of programs and services in targeted ...

Job Summary The Planning Engineer reports to the Manager, Water Resources and Infrastructure Planning and is responsible for leadership and/or support roles in all aspects of water utility project ...

Job Summary The Planning Engineer reports to the Manager, Water Resources and Infrastructure Planning and is responsible for leadership and/or support roles in all aspects of water utility project ...

Water-Wastewater Project Manager

Rocky Hill, CT ยท On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

AECOM's Water Business Line is seeking a talented Water and Wastewater Project Manager with a passion for water, wastewater conveyance, treatment plant evaluation, design, and construction. The ideal ...

Wright-Pierce, an award-winning, multi-discipline environmental engineering firm specializing in water, wastewater and civil infrastructure, is seeking a licensed Water Resources Project Manager to ...

Water Resources Engineer

Glastonbury, CT ยท On-site

$79K - $108K/yr

Manage technical tasks, budgets, and schedules under the guidance of project managers. * Mentor junior staff as experience grows. * Contribute to continuous improvement of the firm's water resources ...

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$84.3K

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How much do manager water jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager water in Connecticut is $84,337.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,692.00 and $109,392.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Manager Water do?

A Manager Water is responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance of water supply systems within an organization or municipality. Their duties typically include managing teams, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations, budgeting, and coordinating water treatment and distribution processes. They also develop policies to improve efficiency and address water quality issues, and often serve as the main point of contact for regulatory agencies and the public. Strong leadership, technical knowledge, and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Water?

To thrive as a Manager Water, you typically need a degree in civil or environmental engineering, water resource management, or a related field, along with experience in water utility operations. Familiarity with water distribution systems, SCADA software, GIS, and regulatory compliance frameworks is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help manage teams and coordinate with stakeholders effectively. These competencies ensure the efficient, safe, and regulatory-compliant management of water resources and services.

What are some typical challenges a Manager Water faces in coordinating with multiple departments on water management projects?

As a Manager Water, one of the main challenges is ensuring clear communication and collaboration among various teams, such as engineering, environmental compliance, and operations. Projects often require input from multiple stakeholders, and aligning their goals and timelines can be complex. Additionally, navigating regulatory requirements while balancing budget constraints and resource availability adds to the challenge. Effective project management and strong interpersonal skills are essential to successfully coordinate these efforts and achieve project objectives.

What is the difference between Manager Water vs Water Treatment Plant Supervisor?

AspectManager WaterWater Treatment Plant Supervisor
CredentialsBachelor's in Environmental Engineering or related field; often requires management experienceTechnical diploma or degree in water treatment or environmental science; relevant certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple projects or facilities, manages teams, and develops policiesSupervises daily operations of a water treatment plant, ensuring compliance and safety
Employer & Industry UsageMunicipalities, water utilities, environmental firmsWater treatment facilities, municipal water departments
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Manager Water typically holds a broader leadership role, overseeing multiple projects or facilities and developing policies, often requiring management experience and higher-level credentials. In contrast, the Water Treatment Plant Supervisor focuses on daily operational supervision of a specific water treatment plant, ensuring safety and compliance. Both roles are essential in the water industry but differ mainly in scope and responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Water jobs in Connecticut?

The most popular types of Water jobs in Connecticut are:

Infographic showing various Manager Water job openings in Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,337 per year, or $40.5 per hour.

District Manager - Water

New Britain, CT โ€ข On-site

RXinsider LTD.
Marketingย โ€ขย 11 - 50 employees

$142.10 - $213.20/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

As the industry leader in water technology, weโ€™re growing and need talented people like you to help us continue to protect the worldโ€™s most vital resource. Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, is seeking a District Sales Manager to join our industry leading sales team. Youโ€™ll be responsible for revenue and profit growth of programs and services in targeted accounts in the Institutional Division. Using a consultative sales approach, youโ€™ll build relationships with existing customers by executing system assurance programs that meet their key business needs. With strong account leadership, youโ€™ll also convert strategic competitive accounts and sell new technologies to current customers.

Whatโ€™s In It For You
  • The opportunity to take on some of the worldโ€™s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
  • The ability to make an impact with a company that is passionate about your career development
  • Paid training held in the field and at Nalco Water Headquarters in Naperville, IL
  • Enjoy a flexible, independent work environment
  • Receive a non-decaled company vehicle for business and personal use
  • Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment โ€“ medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!
What You Will Do
  • Drive profit growth to meet defined district profit increase goals by developing and executing a district plan to maximize revenue
  • Regularly interact across functional areas with senior management or executives to ensure objectives are met
  • Generate sales forecasts and accurately predict revenue on a monthly basis
  • Participate in strategic & tactical planning for the district by leveraging, allocating, and maximizing ROI for all tools and resources
  • Construct business plans incorporating essential market drivers and all obtainable analytics, while monitoring and adjusting plan according to shifts, emerging conditions, and threats to the business
  • Demonstrate strong leadership by, championing corporate initiatives, and by planning and leading District Meetings
  • Provide continuous coaching and development team of sales engineers and technical service representatives to create and maintain value
  • Ensure all new hires achieve training standards that lead to expertise in discussing products & services
  • Take action quickly to address performance deficiencies. Maintain documentation and apprise appropriate others of the status of performance issues
  • Support team and internal partners in identifying trends, understanding market conditions, and sharing expertise and knowledge
  • Reinforce a clear vision for the team corresponding to strategic objectives
  • Work closely with large, strategic, current and prospective customers to understand business needs
Position Details

Candidate must reside within a commutable distance from New Britain, CTTerritory will include: Connecticut and Western Massachusetts <25% overnight travel required

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 5 years leading and developing teams
  • 5 years of successful technical sales or outside sales experience utilizing a consultative sales approach
  • Ability travel as required to support the district
  • Position requires a current and valid driver's license
  • No Immigration Sponsorship available for this opportunity
Physical Requirements
  • Drive a company vehicle as required to perform job duties (pre-employment and ongoing motor vehicle record checks will be performed to determine eligibility to drive a company vehicle)
  • Ability to perform essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelorโ€™s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial), or Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, etc.); MBA preferred
  • 10 years of successful technical sales or outside sales experience to include calling on multi-level plant or facilities management, and developing executive-level relationships
  • Extensive knowledge of boilers, cooling towers, and wastewater treatment systems highly preferred
About Nalco Water

In a world with increasing water shortage and contamination challenges, Nalco Water, an Ecolab company, helps customers conserve more than 161 billion gallons of water each year. We work with customers across the world in the light industry (institutional, food & beverage, manufacturing, transportation, textile care, and global high tech) and heavy industry (chemical, downstream, paper, mining, power and primary metals industries) to reduce, reuse, and recycle their water while protecting their systems and equipment. Nalco Water provides the unique opportunity to work with a broad suite of technologies to deliver automated monitoring systems, data analysis and deep technical expertise to increase efficiency, sustainability and performance for our customers.

Annual Or Hourly Compensation Range

The total Compensation range for this position is $142,100-$213,200 which includes base pay and target incentive based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.

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Potential Customer Requirements Notice
  • Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
  • Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran. In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affiantion Action (AA). We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angelesโ€™ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.

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