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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$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

$128K - $171K *

Elevate energy efficiency by optimizing HVAC systems across multi-site projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure high-quality performance and achieve energy savings in complex environments li...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $171K *

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

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $155K *

Partner with us to optimize HVAC systems and drive energy performance across multi-site projects in higher education and healthcare. Leverage your technical expertise to ensure quality execution and c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $155K *

Accelerate your career by leading HVAC optimization projects in complex environments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure energy performance targets are met while enhancing system effic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $155K *

Lead energy optimization initiatives by managing HVAC system performance across multi-site projects. Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure quality execution and achieve energy sa...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $117K *

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...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $117K *

Empower your career by supporting Energy-as-a-Service projects focused on HVAC optimization and energy savings. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure system performance across complex, mu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $117K *

Lead a team focused on optimizing HVAC systems for Energy-as-a-Service projects, ensuring energy performance targets are met across complex multi-site portfolios in higher education and healthcare env...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $117K *

Unlock potential by optimizing HVAC systems and ensuring energy performance across multi-site projects in higher education and healthcare. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform the commissioning landscape by effectively leading teams and managing resources for projects. Drive safety and quality, ensuring timely execution while meeting budget constraints in the mini...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in commissioning renewable energy projects, managing teams and processes to ensure successful project execution. Collaborate with various stakeholders while overseeing technical activi...

2 weeks ago

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

$69K - $98K *

Empower the commissioning process by validating MEP systems' performance through hands-on training and documentation. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure efficient project execution and contribu...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage and oversee commissioning processes for electrical and mechanical systems in data center products. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, troubleshoot issues, and enhance vendor relations...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing electrical and mechanical integration in innovative products. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance, enhance processes, and drive successful pr...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you manage commissioning processes for electrical and mechanical systems in innovative data center products. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance, optimize supply cha...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of electrical and mechanical integration in dynamic environments. Lead commissioning efforts, collaborate across teams, and drive process improvements to meet customer needs while ens...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Manage the integration and testing of electrical and mechanical systems in our products. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services, while identifying process improveme...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $140K *

Transform the commissioning process by leading design reviews, functional testing, and site visits. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success and compliance, while managing documentation and tr...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in commissioning complex facility systems, ensuring seamless startup and performance verification. Collaborate with industry experts to drive technical excellence and resolve operation...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $170K *

Drive sustainable building solutions by managing commissioning services for diverse clients. Leverage your expertise to enhance project outcomes through design reviews, field testing, and client relat...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading commissioning services for sustainable buildings, managing client relationships, and ensuring project success through design reviews and field testing across North America...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $170K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative commissioning services across North America, enhancing client relationships and ensuring efficient, sustainable building solutions through expert design review...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Execute the commissioning and startup of the Power Block Unit, ensuring safety and efficiency. Collaborate with teams, manage system turnover, and support pre-commissioning activities while adhering t...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $190K *

Take ownership of mission-critical data center projects, leading commissioning from pre-construction to validation. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery while manag...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.