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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$89K - $121K *

Drive strategic initiatives as an Enterprise Portfolio Manager, leading cross-functional projects to align with organizational goals, enhance stakeholder engagement, and deliver measurable outcomes in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $180K *

Advance your career by leading diverse projects, ensuring alignment with customer contracts and industry standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive success and efficiency in pr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $126K *

Drive project success by leading diverse teams, managing budgets, and ensuring client satisfaction. Optimize resources and adapt to changes while delivering timely updates and fostering collaboration...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Drive strategic engineering leadership, oversee teams, and enhance fleet reliability while managing technical risk and developing engineering talent within a dynamic service environment...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$147K - $173K *

Empower project success by leading information management strategies across complex capital projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure accurate data and documents are available, enhancing proj...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale data center projects, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and quality control while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver mission-critical construction suc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Army training products through leadership and oversight. Leverage your operational expertise to manage personnel and ensure alignment with Army training doctr...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Army training products through leadership and oversight. This role involves managing personnel, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with Ar...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $183K *

Unlock potential by leading vendor oversight and client coordination for Building Automation Systems. Drive project success through effective management, technical guidance, and strategic alignment wi...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading high-stakes subcontract negotiations and administration. Collaborate across teams to enhance contract standards and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic construction e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $150K *

Champion project success by leading complex engineering initiatives from concept to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, budget-friendly delivery while maintaining high quality and saf...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $149K *

Champion project success by overseeing the delivery of unmanned systems projects, ensuring timely execution, quality standards, and effective communication across teams to meet client satisfaction and...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $103K *

Transform project delivery in municipal and transit infrastructure by leading diverse teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring project success through effective communication and stakeholder...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Help us lead large electric utility transmission projects through early planning, scoping, and delivery. Collaborate across teams to ensure project success while managing scope, schedule, and costs ef...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading large electric utility transmission projects. Drive early planning, manage complex challenges, and collaborate across teams to ensure successful project delivery while main...

Hartford, CTRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Manage construction projects from design to completion, ensuring compliance with specifications, overseeing documentation, and coordinating with contractors and inspectors to deliver successful outcom...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading mechanical construction projects, ensuring client satisfaction, managing schedules, and optimizing costs while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders. Your...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion mechanical project management by overseeing construction needs, coordinating schedules, and ensuring project specifications are met. Engage with contractors and clients to optimize costs and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Empower aircraft management by overseeing production and flight test phases, ensuring issue resolution and milestone tracking. Collaborate with teams to drive quality and efficiency in aircraft delive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Advance patient care quality by leading a dedicated team, ensuring effective clinical operations, and fostering staff development while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and organizat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $170K *

Shape the future of capital projects by leading multi-discipline teams to deliver complex design packages, ensuring quality and client satisfaction across diverse sectors including healthcare and gove...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team tasked with ensuring quality in mechanical systems for large-scale construction. Collaborate with stakeholders and manage multiple projects to deliver timely results, adhering to best prac...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$145K - $185K *

Lead MEP project delivery across multiple stations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and quality. Manage resources, budgets, and timelines while fostering client relationships and promoting safety sta...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$93K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing mental health services through strategic planning and executive support. Collaborate across departments to drive initiatives, prepare high-level documents, an...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team driving innovation in pharmaceutical engineering design. Provide leadership and oversight throughout the engineering lifecycle, ensuring compliance and collaboration across discipl...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.