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 *

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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   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

$88K - $105K *

Optimize financial operations by leading the implementation of PeopleSoft modules. Collaborate with IT and finance teams to ensure seamless integration and ongoing support, while serving as the expert...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

$110K - $130K *

Champion engineering design excellence by leading cross-functional teams to deliver pharmaceutical capital projects on time and within budget. Ensure compliance with industry standards while fostering...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of solar project success by leading PV commissioning activities, ensuring safety and quality standards, and promoting effective communication among teams. Drive renewable energy product...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading BIM strategy and implementation for global clients. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions, manage project workflows, and ensure adherence to indust...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$77K - $133K *

Drive project success by managing multiple small to medium complexity projects, ensuring fiscal responsibility, customer satisfaction, and effective team coordination while adhering to safety standard...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's focused on innovative electrical engineering solutions. As a key leader, you’ll drive projects from concept to completion, ensuring excellence in design, compliance, and communicati...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $127K *

Engineer the technical development and coordination of architectural projects, ensuring quality and compliance from design through construction. Lead project teams, resolve complex issues, and collabo...

3 weeks ago

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

$134K - $241K *

Lead the charge in designing cutting-edge nuclear facilities by guiding a cross-functional team of experts. Oversee project management, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive quality improvements whi...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$134K - $241K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative nuclear facilities by managing a multidisciplinary team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and delivering high-quality construction documents for impactful...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$134K - $241K *

Shape the future of nuclear facilities by leading a team to design innovative fuel production and waste processing facilities. Drive compliance and efficiency while collaborating on large-scale projec...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$134K - $241K *

Lead a multidisciplinary design team to innovate cutting-edge nuclear facilities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while managing project timelines and budgets to deliver high-quality des...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$134K - $179K *

Lead a dynamic team in engineering design, ensuring project efficiency and quality from development to closeout while exceeding client expectations and fostering staff growth...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex heavy civil construction projects, ensuring safety and quality while managing budgets and schedules. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver speciali...

2 weeks ago

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

$145K - $185K *

Join our team to lead complex heavy civil construction projects, ensuring safety and quality while managing schedules, budgets, and client relationships. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver spec...

2 weeks ago

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

$145K - $185K *

Grow your career with a leading specialty contractor managing complex heavy civil projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure safety, quality, and client satisfaction while driving project succ...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$92K - $152K *

Join a team that's driving energy efficiency projects across multiple locations. As a Project Manager, you'll lead initiatives, manage budgets, and collaborate with diverse teams to deliver impactful...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$92K - $152K *

Champion energy services projects by leading teams in commercial construction. Drive project success through effective communication, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration while travel...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Transform procurement operations by leading strategy and team management in a regulated manufacturing environment. Drive supplier performance, cost efficiency, and material availability to support pro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing complex contracts for key suppliers and third parties. Collaborate across departments to structure negotiations, minimize risks, and drive growth objectives, ensuring compl...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.