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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$115K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leading risk management initiatives across diverse property portfolios. Collaborate with senior leadership to develop strategies that ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and enhance...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead cost control operations across diverse infrastructure and construction projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure financial discipline, oversee project budgets, and mentor teams while driv...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $155K *

Shape the future of healthcare construction by managing projects that enhance facility infrastructure and technology. Oversee compliance, coordinate stakeholders, and ensure quality in a dynamic medic...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $90K *

Drive the successful delivery of diverse capital and improvement projects across commercial properties, ensuring compliance with scope, budget, and quality standards while collaborating with stakehold...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$137K - $170K *

Shape the future of financial leadership by overseeing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and driving team development. Collaborate with leadership to deliver insights and enhance operational...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $100K *

Manage financial workflows for a key beauty brand, overseeing budgets, reporting, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate billing and financial processes, while prov...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Champion efficient project execution while fostering high-level client relationships. Collaborate with management to design cost-effective solutions for construction projects, ensuring safety and qual...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Help us shape the future of commercial construction by managing capital improvement and renovation projects. Lead from the field, ensuring quality execution, budget adherence, and effective communicat...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive credit management excellence by overseeing collections, evaluating creditworthiness, and leading a team to minimize financial risk while fostering strong customer relationships and achieving per...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $105K *

Shape project success by collaborating with teams, managing schedules, and ensuring compliance. Lead execution and communication efforts while fostering relationships with stakeholders to drive qualit...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Lead multiple construction projects from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring schedules, budgets, and owner relationships are managed effectively. Drive project success through strong organization an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $93K *

Help shape the commercial success of transformative transportation projects across North America by leveraging financial expertise and collaborative skills to drive project performance and manage cont...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Engage in dynamic project management and estimating for ceiling division projects, overseeing all phases from budgeting to completion. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure accuracy, efficiency...

3 weeks ago

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

$83K - $106K *

Unlock potential by managing financial accounting activities, ensuring compliance, and leading a team to maintain accurate records. Collaborate with senior management to provide insightful financial a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing costing strategies and pricing governance for our General Industry Business Unit. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance profitability analysis and drive continuous im...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by managing controls for a large-scale data center construction. Oversee cost management, forecasting, risk analysis, and reporting to ensure timely, budget-compliant project del...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by managing controls for a large-scale data center construction. Oversee cost management, forecasting, risk analysis, and reporting to ensure timely, budget-compliant project del...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$133K - $150K *

Champion innovative finance solutions by owning core accounting operations, driving automation, and enhancing financial reporting. Collaborate across teams to build a scalable finance function that su...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Lead impactful reconstruction projects across Texas, ensuring quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. Manage teams, budgets, and timelines while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Manage reconstruction projects from planning to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and budget adherence. Lead teams, coordinate subcontractors, and maintain customer communication for successful pr...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing on-site construction phases, ensuring timely project delivery and budget compliance. Collaborate with subcontractors and internal teams to drive project success while e...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $213K *

Tackle complex B2B opportunities by driving accurate quotes and proposals. Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline processes, enhance visibility, and improve execution. Lead initiatives that tran...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading project controls for large-scale construction initiatives. Drive accuracy in cost and schedule management, interface with stakeholders, and deliver insightful reporting to...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential in cost management for large-scale Life Sciences projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure financial performance, reporting, and governance throughout complex construction pr...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic accounting team, overseeing financial reporting, audits, and month-end close processes. Drive improvements in accounting practices while collaborating across d...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.