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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$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring safe and efficient mechanical commissioning for mining projects. Oversee installation verification, conduct inspections, and lead start-up activities while pri...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine the commissioning landscape by leading complex Mission Critical projects. Drive planning, coordination, and execution while ensuring quality and compliance across multi-project assignments...

3 weeks ago

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

$101K - $140K *

Drive the commissioning process by overseeing MEP systems, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with senior staff to enhance project outcomes while developing expertise in engineering design guideli...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $140K *

Develop expertise in engineering design while overseeing commissioning efforts. Collaborate with senior staff to ensure compliance and quality in MEP systems. Engage in documentation, site walkthrough...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

The Senior Commissioning and Qualification Specialist at Arcadis will serve as a technical subject matter expert for qualifying new class B2 systems and ensuring compliance for existing systems. This...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's managing SCADA commissioning for DER projects, ensuring seamless integration and energization. Oversee activities, coordinate teams, and enhance processes to drive efficiency and su...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Lead commissioning activities across multiple systems, ensuring quality and compliance from testing to documentation. Collaborate with trades and stakeholders to drive project success and maintain sch...

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $195K *

Lead the charge in managing end-to-end Commissioning processes for new and retrofit facilities, ensuring compliance with project requirements and quality standards while fostering collaboration among...

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $195K *

Lead the charge in managing comprehensive Commissioning processes for new and retrofit facilities, ensuring compliance with project requirements while fostering collaboration among architects, enginee...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage all aspects of commissioning activities from pre-commissioning to stable operations, ensuring safety and compliance. Lead multi-discipline teams, oversee vendor interfaces, and drive project sc...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$98K - $148K *

Lead the charge in managing commissioning and QA/QC projects, ensuring successful execution through collaboration with electrical and mechanical teams, while overseeing budgets, schedules, and documen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Empower our clients’ projects through expert commissioning oversight, ensuring mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems perform to design intent while delivering exceptional service and quality ac...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$101K - $135K *

Join a team that's optimizing HVAC systems for Energy-as-a-Service projects, ensuring operational performance and energy savings across complex multi-site portfolios in higher education and healthcare...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $160K *

Lead the charge in commissioning critical infrastructure for data centers, ensuring quality and compliance through testing and validation. Collaborate with diverse teams to tackle challenges and drive...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate with project teams to ensure successful commissioning of MEP systems. Manage quality assurance, issue tracking, and risk mitigation while supporting third-party agents and contractors to m...

Oklahoma, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality and reliability in mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to manage commissioning processes, drive improvements, and uphold...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $165K *

Optimize commissioning processes by collaborating with teams to ensure quality and adherence to standards. Drive issue resolution and continuous improvement in mission-critical environments, enhancing...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading commissioning efforts in mission-critical environments. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality assurance, risk mitigation, and successful project delivery whil...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $165K *

Join us to drive excellence in commissioning processes, ensuring quality and reliability in mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operational readiness and implement b...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the successful startup and commissioning of complex systems. You'll lead critical activities, collaborate with diverse teams, and uphold the highest standards...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's reshaping mechanical systems commissioning; manage projects across diverse sectors, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while leading technical teams and enhancing operational...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $166K *

Transform data center capacity delivery by managing project milestones, auditing, and commissioning for new construction and capital improvement projects, while developing your skills through a struct...

4 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Oversee commissioning for a data center campus, managing vendor contracts and project schedules while ensuring quality and safety standards are met throughout the commissioning process from start to f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse electrical projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with teams and clients to drive strategic success while mentoring others in a dynamic environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of multidisciplinary engineering projects, leading teams and driving business development. Leverage your expertise in geotechnical engineering to ensure quality, safety, and operational...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business 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.