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 *

Champion program success by leading cross-functional teams in new product development and cost-out projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals while fostering growth into seni...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Innovate and lead multidisciplinary facility design for pharmaceutical projects. Provide technical expertise in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural systems while ensuring compliance with indust...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $150K *

Elevate your career by managing complex projects, ensuring safety, and driving financial success while collaborating with clients and teams to achieve project objectives and deliver exceptional result...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing complex projects, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving financial success while fostering a safe work environment and leading a dedicated team to achieve project go...

1 month ago

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

$120K - $190K *

Take ownership of a government program in aerospace; manage contracts, customer relations, and execution across various integrated workstreams, tackling complexities in cost, schedule, and deliverable...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $145K *

Analyze and coordinate complex construction projects, ensuring effective management of subcontractors and compliance with client standards while maintaining communication with all stakeholders for suc...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive comprehensive commissioning activities for data center systems, ensuring compliance with operational standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate and document system performanc...

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2 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading complex, cross-functional projects from planning to closeout. Drive accountability, manage risks, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives while fostering collaborati...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Champion project success by managing MEP engineering for complex construction initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality, safety, and timely delivery across key sectors li...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $141K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, leading project execution and coordinating diverse teams to achieve mission objectives. Utilize your expertise to manage resources, resolve issues, and suppor...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $179K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering mission-critical projects by leading diverse teams, managing resources, and ensuring timely execution while supporting customer KPIs and resolving operationa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize electrical commissioning processes, ensuring safe equipment energization and functional testing. Lead field execution and manage stakeholders to maintain project schedules and uphold safety s...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $110K *

Partner with us to enhance customer experiences through innovative marketing strategies in the hospitality sector. Collaborate with leadership to drive growth, manage regional campaigns, and ensure br...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of electrical commissioning by leading projects, ensuring safety and efficiency in energization and functional testing while managing schedules and collaborating with stakeholders acr...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in electrical commissioning for diverse projects, ensuring safe energization and functional testing while managing schedules and collaborating with teams to achieve operational excelle...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in driving global technology and process improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AI solutions and enhance workflows, ensuring measurable results a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $126K *

Drive project success by managing financials, stakeholder communication, and team collaboration for diverse HVAC and BAS controls projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and effective risk mitigation...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple commercial construction projects, overseeing the full lifecycle from preconstruction to closeout. Ensure timely, budget-friendly delivery while fostering a safe an...

3 weeks ago

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

$91K - $138K *

Lead the charge in integrating safety and health into project planning and operations. Conduct risk assessments, enhance safety procedures, and collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and improve...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy infrastructure by leading high-impact data center projects. Drive project planning, execution, and client relationships while managing multi-disciplinar...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of engineering by leading multidisciplinary projects, managing teams, and driving business development while ensuring quality and safety standards are met throughout the project lifec...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading procurement for high-voltage and BESS equipment. Drive sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$98K - $105K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic team to ensure seamless site operations. Drive service excellence, manage vendor relationships, and enhance employee engagement while achieving operational goa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $100K *

Empower your career by managing diverse healthcare construction projects. Lead teams, ensure quality, and drive successful outcomes in a dynamic environment where your organizational skills and proble...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive the preconstruction process for multifamily commercial projects, ensuring coordination of design, estimating, and procurement for effective project outcomes and cost accuracy, supporting seamles...

Reposted 2 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.