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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$101K - $135K *

Shape the future of energy efficiency by optimizing HVAC systems across multi-site projects in higher education and healthcare. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality performance and achieve...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$111K - $149K *

Drive energy efficiency and optimization in HVAC systems across multi-site projects, ensuring quality performance and compliance with energy targets. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operatio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $135K *

Lead the charge in optimizing HVAC systems for Energy-as-a-Service projects, ensuring operational performance and energy savings across complex multi-site portfolios in higher education and healthcare...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize HVAC systems and enhance energy performance across multi-site projects in higher education and healthcare. Collaborate with engineering and operations to ensure quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $135K *

Champion energy optimization initiatives by supporting EaaS projects, focusing on HVAC system performance and energy savings verification across complex multi-site portfolios in higher education and h...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading multidisciplinary pre-commissioning activities to ensure safe and efficient transition from construction to operational readiness in complex industrial facilities, influenc...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $144K *

Lead the charge in coordinating on-site commissioning activities, ensuring alignment among stakeholders and successful project delivery. This senior role requires strong technical expertise and leader...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing all commissioning and startup activities for power generation projects, ensuring safe and efficient transitions from construction to commercial operation while coordinati...

2 days ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Champion the commissioning of complex electrical systems in high-performance facilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure installations meet design intent, while managing projects from plannin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engineer comprehensive commissioning strategies for complex projects, overseeing scope, schedule, and budget while fostering client relationships and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Lead...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $170K *

Optimize project success by leading comprehensive commissioning efforts across critical facilities, managing all phases from planning to turnover, ensuring compliance, quality, and client satisfaction...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by collaborating on energy-efficient building solutions to enhance project delivery, engage in performance testing, and support sustainable practices in a dynamic team environment...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee commissioning activities, ensuring electrical systems meet safety standards and project requirements. Collaborate with technicians and vendors to document testing proces...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading commissioning activities to ensure systems and equipment meet project specifications and safety standards, while collaborating with diverse teams to drive successful p...

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

$96K - $145K *

Transform your career by leading innovative commissioning projects, ensuring quality execution within budgets and timelines, and mentoring diverse teams to achieve project success and customer satisfa...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $150K *

Advance the commissioning process for diverse capital projects, ensuring alignment with schedule, scope, and budget. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and drive project p...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $200K *

Champion the commissioning of hyperscale data centers by leading project teams, managing schedules, and ensuring compliance with technical standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver successfu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $181K *

Manage and oversee all startup, commissioning, and testing activities, ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to project schedules while coordinating between teams and stakeholders for successful pro...

6 days ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Empower a diverse team in providing top-tier commissioning and qualification services across the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors, ensuring compliance, driving innovation, and fostering busin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $200K *

Lead a team in delivering commissioning, qualification, and validation services. Oversee project management, regulatory compliance, and business development across the pharmaceutical, medical device...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead C&Q efforts within pharmaceutical, medical device, and advanced industries. Drive compliance, guide diverse projects, and enhance client relationships while fostering a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower the commissioning of mechanical systems in data centers, overseeing design reviews, developing test procedures, and leading field teams to ensure compliance with project specifications and own...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform project execution by leading commissioning efforts, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Oversee planning, budgeting, and coordination of commissioning activities while collaborating wi...

2 weeks ago

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

$87K - $115K *

Transform critical facilities by providing technical leadership in commissioning projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance, manage schedules, and execute testing for complex electr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform data center commissioning by leading planning, execution, and testing. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational readiness and manage transitions from construction to operations, enhancin...

3 weeks ago

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

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.