Commissioning Manager

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C., is hiring a Commissioning Manager in the Jackson, Mississippi area.

Job Location:

United States, Mississippi

Post Date:
Feb 17, 2026

The Commissioning Manager is responsible for coordinating the job site installation and startup of equipment while working closely with Project Managers at CMCo and customer locations. This includes site inspections and reports, contractor interfaces, start‑up of equipment and guiding CMCo technicians on site. The candidate should have a minimum of three years of experience in construction management and previous experience managing the installation of mechanical and electrical equipment.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Coordinating installation and startup of machinery at multiple sites.

Conducting site inspections and preparing reports.

Managing contractor interfaces and ensuring compliance with submittals and specifications.

Guiding CMCo technicians during equipment start‑up procedures.

Maintaining excellent time management and organizational skills in a fast‑paced environment.

• Thorough understanding of installation of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Ability to manage multiple start‑up sites simultaneously.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and layout drawings.
• Ability to understand and respond to questions related to submittals and specifications.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple competing tasks and demands in a fast‑paced environment.
• Detail oriented.
• Strong collaboration skills with project managers, contractors, engineers, and end users.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent driving record.
• Willingness to travel and work hours as required to meet customer needs.
• Demonstrated mediation and negotiation skills.
• Promote a positive customer experience.
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.

The position requires standing, walking, talking, hearing, sitting, using hands to finger, handle, or feel, reaching with arms, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.
• Life and disability insurance.
• In‑house training instructors/programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, tooling, cars and trucks.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/AA Employer. All qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug‑free workplace.

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