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.

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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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$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering your career as you manage project costs, analyze bids, and foster strong client relationships. Collaborate with diverse experts while driving strategic initi...

4 days ago

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

$126K - $145K *

Transform project outcomes by managing costs, analyzing bids, and fostering team growth. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure client value and drive strategic initiatives while enhancing your care...

1 week ago

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

$126K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional cost management solutions. You'll engage in tender processes, oversee project budgets, and foster strong client relationships while driving your...

1 week ago

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

$126K - $145K *

Champion project success by managing costs, fostering relationships, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver value, oversee change management, and ensure client sa...

1 week ago

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

$108K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering your career as you manage cost strategies, oversee project budgets, and foster strong client relationships. Collaborate with diverse experts while driving im...

3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage project costs, drive strategic initiatives, and foster relationships. Leverage your expertise in cost management to deliver value and support growth while mentoring o...

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3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion your career by joining a dynamic team where you'll manage costs, analyze bids, and drive project success. Collaborate with industry leaders to enhance your skills and contribute to strategic...

3 weeks ago

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

$200K - $300K *

Join a team that's integral to shaping finance strategies and operations. Bring your expertise in corporate finance to lead, analyze, and optimize our financial health while collaborating across depar...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead a finance team to drive operational excellence and strategic financial planning. Provide insights and support across business segments, enhancing decision-making through analysis and improvement...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join us to oversee and drive construction projects from planning to execution, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate with diverse teams while applying your expertise in project ma...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career forward by leading estimating efforts for diverse projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution while managing a team of supervisors and fostering vendor relationships for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Help us shape the future of renewable energy by managing civil mechanical operations on utility-scale solar sites. Collaborate with contractors, ensure compliance, and enhance project quality while fo...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $200K *

Champion your career by managing cost controls for large-scale civil infrastructure projects. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to ensure successful project delivery and funding d...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Lead operations across multiple sites, driving performance and profitability while fostering strong customer relationships and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Manage teams effectively to...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$86K - $108K *

Elevate your career by managing strategic sourcing and supplier relationships. Drive procurement excellence through analysis, contract administration, and project support while collaborating with cros...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $145K *

Champion the future of financial reporting by ensuring compliance with GAAP, overseeing audits, and mentoring a high-performing team. Drive process improvements and technical accounting expertise to e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Lead day-to-day construction operations for Telecom projects, ensuring timely completion and quality control. Collaborate with contractors and stakeholders to manage budgets, schedules, and compliance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading construction operations for telecom projects. Oversee contractors, ensure quality, and manage schedules while collaborating with teams to deliver projects on time and withi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Optimize project estimates for heavy industrial electrical services, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Collaborate with teams to develop budgets, oversee cost analysis, and maintain estimating technol...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $156K *

Unlock potential by serving as the finance lead for dock equipment manufacturing, driving financial objectives through analysis, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $135K *

Champion the bid process by leading project estimations, coordinating teams, and ensuring compliance with RFPs. Drive efficiency and accuracy in deliverables while fostering strong relationships with...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $130K *

Champion project excellence by driving cost control initiatives, collaborating with industry leaders, and leveraging advanced AI tools to enhance forecasting and reporting across complex capital proje...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate estimating excellence by leading a team in developing accurate, competitive bids for complex nuclear projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and fostering collaboration across depa...

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead construction management initiatives by executing PMO standards, optimizing processes, and fostering client relationships to ensure project success and exceed performance targets while managing re...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Oversee financial reporting and compliance while guiding a team of accountants. Ensure adherence to GAAP and cost accounting principles, driving operational efficiency and accuracy in a fast-paced env...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.