Commissioning Manager Jobs

Explore Commissioning Manager jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Commissioning Managers lead the planning, coordination, and execution of commissioning activities to confirm that facilities, equipment, and systems are installed, tested, and ready for safe, reliable operation.

What Does a Commissioning Manager Do?

Commissioning Managers oversee projects from design review and construction through testing, startup, and handover. They coordinate owners, engineering teams, contractors, vendors, and operations staff; develop commissioning plans and schedules; manage documentation and issue resolution; and verify that systems meet specifications, performance targets, and applicable safety and quality requirements.

Industries and Projects

These roles are found across sectors that rely on complex facilities and infrastructure, including energy, utilities, data centers, manufacturing, commercial construction, healthcare, and building systems. Project scope may include electrical, mechanical, HVAC, controls, process, or renewable energy systems.

Qualifications and Skills

Employers commonly seek a degree or equivalent experience in engineering, construction management, or a related field, along with substantial experience in commissioning, construction, operations, or project delivery. Valuable skills include technical leadership, schedule and budget management, commissioning procedures, testing and troubleshooting, contract coordination, safety practices, and clear communication. Requirements vary by employer and project.

Find Commissioning Manager Opportunities

Search Ladders for Commissioning Manager openings and compare roles by industry, location, and responsibilities. Review each listing for compensation and experience requirements, then tailor your resume to highlight project scale, systems expertise, team leadership, and measurable commissioning outcomes.

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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing safety culture by implementing robust health and safety programs across multiple sites, ensuring compliance, mentoring teams, and driving continuous improvement in safety...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion safety excellence by overseeing daily operations, implementing compliance programs, and mentoring staff. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety culture, conduct assessments, and drive conti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower safety excellence by overseeing daily operations, implementing compliance programs, and mentoring teams. Collaborate across departments to enhance safety culture and drive continuous improveme...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the implementation of safety programs, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to identify hazards, conduct training, and enhance safety perf...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee safety operations, implement compliance programs, and mentor staff. Collaborate with various departments to enhance safety performance and drive continuous improveme...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize construction management for a data center project, ensuring site safety, coordinating trades, and maintaining schedules. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues and uphold project sta...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Inspire excellence in commissioning and ramp-up of gas and process plants. Lead a dynamic team across North America, ensuring safe, efficient operations while achieving performance targets and fosteri...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse public-sector projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering strong client relationships and innovative solutions for community development...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $225K *

Engage in complex federal construction projects, overseeing planning, execution, and closeout phases. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success while managing scope, budget, and quality...

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing complex construction projects from pre-planning to completion. Oversee budgets, schedules, and subcontractor negotiations while ensuring adherence to safety standards and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $146K *

Drive success by overseeing tenant improvement projects and facilities maintenance across a diverse portfolio. Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence whil...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead cross-functional teams in the development of innovative cardiorespiratory diagnostic devices, ensuring compliance with global regulations from concept to commercialization while managing project...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $160K *

Join us to lead complex mission-critical projects, drive operational excellence, and influence outcomes across large-scale data center developments while mentoring teams and ensuring quality delivery...

3 weeks ago

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

$170K - $250K *

Drive the end-to-end commissioning processes for advanced technology projects, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and operational standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance proje...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage diverse construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating with engineering and facilities teams to enhance infrastructure across multiple sites...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to manage procurement activities, ensuring timely delivery of products and services while maintaining compliance with corporate policies. Lead vendor relationships and drive proces...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality control in MEP systems design and construction, overseeing contractors and managing project milestones to deliver high-quality outcomes within...

Reposted today

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead complex commercial construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring financial performance, schedule management, and team alignment. Drive value and quality while developing future lea...

1 month ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of energy projects by managing estimates, schedules, and quality control while collaborating with design teams and clients to deliver exceptional results and exceed expectations in a...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$166K *

Transform electrical commissioning processes as a subject matter expert, leading inspection, testing, and energization of systems. Mentor team members while ensuring compliance with safety standards a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $125K *

Champion project success by managing diverse workstreams and collaborating with teams to deliver impactful outcomes. Drive project planning, governance, and commercial management from inception to com...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $186K *

Innovate construction management for data centers, overseeing project scope, quality, and budget. Lead teams through bidding, execution, and closeout phases while ensuring compliance with building cod...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$111K - $186K *

Lead the charge in managing construction projects for innovative data centers, ensuring quality, cost, and schedule adherence while collaborating with diverse teams and contractors to deliver cutting...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing contract administration for a major infrastructure program. This role involves ensuring compliance, managing contractor performance, and collaborating with v...

3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Launch your career as a Project Manager overseeing all stages of cryogenic carbon capture projects. Lead teams to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery while coordinating technical discipli...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Commissioning Manager do?question toggle

    A Commissioning Manager plans and leads the activities that verify facilities, equipment, and systems are installed correctly, tested against requirements, and ready for operation. The role typically involves coordinating project teams, schedules, documentation, testing, and issue resolution.

  • What qualifications are common for Commissioning Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for an engineering, construction management, or related background, or equivalent practical experience, plus a strong record in commissioning or project delivery. Specific education, certifications, and technical requirements depend on the employer and project.

  • Which industries hire Commissioning Managers?question toggle

    Commissioning Managers work in industries such as energy, utilities, data centers, manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and renewable energy, among others.

  • What skills are important for a Commissioning Manager?question toggle

    Key skills include technical leadership, project scheduling, commissioning and testing, troubleshooting, safety and quality oversight, contractor and vendor coordination, documentation, and communication.

  • How can I find Commissioning Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted Commissioning Manager listings on Ladders and review each job’s stated compensation, location, industry, and experience requirements. Tailor your application to show relevant systems expertise and project results.