Explore Cost Manager Jobs

Cost Managers help organizations plan, monitor, and control project or operating costs. They analyze budgets, forecast spending, identify financial risks, and work with teams to keep projects on track. Explore vetted Cost Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Cost Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer, but often include preparing cost estimates and budgets, tracking actual costs against plans, analyzing variances, developing forecasts, and communicating financial insights to project leaders and executives. In construction and infrastructure, Cost Managers may also oversee cost planning, change control, procurement estimates, and commercial reporting.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience in cost control, budgeting, financial analysis, forecasting, and project reporting. Strong candidates combine analytical judgment with clear communication and stakeholder management. Depending on the role, employers may value a degree in finance, accounting, construction management, engineering, or a related field, along with proficiency in spreadsheets, enterprise systems, or project controls software.

Cost Manager Career Opportunities

Cost Managers work across sectors such as construction, engineering, energy, technology, manufacturing, and professional services. Career paths may lead to senior cost management, project controls leadership, commercial management, or finance leadership roles. Browse Ladders for Cost Manager jobs and related professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

Find Cost Manager Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional roles paying at least $100,000. Search current Cost Manager openings, compare opportunities, and find positions that match your experience, industry, and career goals.

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$200K - $300K *

Champion strategic bank capital relationships, driving coverage and capital formation across diverse financial products. Collaborate with teams to enhance bank participation and manage relationships...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $112K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$106K - $146K *

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$80K - $95K *

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $155K *

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2 weeks ago

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

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

$95K - $115K *

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1 week ago

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

$170K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $100K *

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$125K - $156K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $106K *

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Utah, USRemote

2 days ago

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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2 weeks ago

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

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

$200K - $225K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $193K *

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$84K - $100K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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Bethesda, MDRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

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Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $90K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Cost Manager do?question toggle

    A Cost Manager develops and manages budgets, estimates costs, tracks spending, forecasts financial outcomes, and reports variances and risks to help organizations or project teams control costs.

  • What qualifications are needed for Cost Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and industry. Many roles call for experience in cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. A relevant degree and familiarity with project controls or enterprise software may also be preferred.

  • Where do Cost Managers work?question toggle

    Cost Managers work in industries including construction, engineering, energy, technology, manufacturing, and professional services. Their responsibilities may focus on projects, business operations, or both.

  • How can I find Cost Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted professional Cost Manager openings. Ladders features roles paying $100,000 or more, with opportunities across industries and experience levels.