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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$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading complex building automation and HVAC controls projects. Manage budgets, schedules, and teams to ensure successful execution and customer satisfaction while mentoring jun...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive project performance by leading controls delivery across complex programs. Ensure proactive management of cost, schedule, and risk, enabling informed decision-making and successful project outcom...

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower safety excellence by leading health and safety initiatives across multiple sites. Drive compliance, mentor teams, and foster a culture of continuous improvement to enhance operational safety a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $140K *

Elevate your career by leading industrial electrical engineering projects focused on power and automation. Drive project success through effective planning, resource management, and stakeholder alignm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading project management efforts for critical defense operations. Drive technical, cost, and schedule performance while ensuring compliance and fostering team collaboration in...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$91K - $198K *

Transform your career by managing full life cycle contracts in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and drive strategic proposal development while adapting to evo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $198K *

Lead the charge in comprehensive contract administration, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams while managing high-stakes federal contracts and proposals in a dynamic environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $105K *

Champion safety initiatives across multiple locations, enhancing EHS programs and training while collaborating with operations to ensure compliance and continuous improvement in a dynamic industrial e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in complex healthcare construction projects, ensuring precision and safety in environments where patient care is paramount. Drive field operations, manage multiple trades, and uphold r...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Drive your career by managing risks in large construction projects. Utilize analytical skills to monitor exposure, develop strategies, and produce timely risk reports, enhancing project delivery throu...

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

$90K - $100K *

Engage in dynamic project management for contract furniture, overseeing all phases from planning to installation. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure timely, accurate project delivery while m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$139K - $165K *

Join a team that's driving project excellence by managing integrated plans, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring quality deliverables in a dynamic healthcare environment. Your leadership will shape pro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $165K *

Drive project success by architecting integrated plans and managing stakeholder engagement, risk, and performance tracking in a dynamic healthcare environment. Lead teams to deliver quality results on...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $144K *

Empower your career by leading regulatory compliance and land use projects. Join a dynamic team focused on sustainable solutions, driving positive change through collaboration and innovative strategie...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $144K *

Engage in impactful environmental projects as a Managing Consultant, leading regulatory compliance and land use permitting efforts. Collaborate with a diverse team to drive sustainable solutions and f...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $144K *

Unlock potential by leading regulatory compliance and land use permitting projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle environmental challenges and drive sustainable solutions for clients acros...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $144K *

Drive sustainable change by leading regulatory compliance and land use permitting projects. Collaborate with a diverse team to tackle environmental challenges and deliver innovative solutions that ben...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $144K *

Transform your career by leading regulatory compliance and land use permitting projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle environmental challenges and drive sustainable solutions for clients...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $144K *

Lead and optimize regulatory compliance and land use permitting projects, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local laws. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver sustainable solutio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $160K *

Drive project success by leading medium-to-large initiatives, ensuring compliance with standards and delivering results through effective team collaboration and risk management. Your expertise will gu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform project execution by leading teams to achieve strategic goals, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations while managing risks and resources effectively for successful project delive...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Lead and develop HSSE initiatives for a new manufacturing facility, focusing on risk management, compliance, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with project teams to ensure safe operations from d...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $130K *

Shape the future of complex capital projects by delivering expert cost management services throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure successful outcomes in the Ene...

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead and drive HSE assurance programs across complex projects, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of Zero Harm. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to implement frameworks, conduct audits...

4 weeks ago

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

$84K - $105K *

Lead the charge in optimizing food service operations, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and compliance while fostering a collaborative team environment and enhancing patient dining experien...

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  •   Less than 5 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.