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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$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful cost analysis for government clients. Leverage your expertise to support critical decision-making processes and contribute to significant studies w...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to lead financial reporting and optimize accounting processes across multiple entities. Mentor a skilled accounting team, ensure compliance, and support business growth through strategic...

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading projects and building relationships in commercial construction. Drive growth in Calgary by managing estimates and client interactions, ensuring quality and profitabili...

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6 days ago

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

$100K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing financial operations by managing AP/AR functions, developing a high-performing team, and enhancing internal controls across multiple locations for a dynamic manufacturing...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $195K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering large-scale utility projects. As a Construction Manager, you'll oversee construction phases, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating with diverse...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee construction phase services for large utility projects. Collaborate with diverse professionals to ensure quality, cost, and schedule standards are met while managing...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $195K *

Elevate infrastructure projects by overseeing construction phases, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver successful outcomes across multiple sites, while managing...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $195K *

Join us to oversee construction phase services for large utility projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensuring quality, cost, and schedule standards are met while managing multiple projects acros...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform project cost management by overseeing financial controls for Data Center projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate tracking of expenditures and forecasts, driving...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $175K *

Drive impactful business outcomes by leading application management for next-gen AI data center supply chain solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance systems and strategies, ensur...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Advance your career by leading accounting integrations and transformations. Collaborate across functions to enhance financial processes, ensuring smooth transitions for newly acquired businesses while...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform financial operations by developing budgets, monitoring spending, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance reporting and streamline processes while managing multiple project...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Optimize financial operations by managing budgets, forecasts, and compliance. Engage with stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting and effective cost allocation while maintaining organizational integ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$63K - $109K *

Shape financial success by managing budgets and reporting for key academic initiatives. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and provide strategic guidance in a dynamic, fast-paced environment...

6 days ago

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

$70K - $96K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by managing key operational processes for licensing, ensuring compliance and efficiency through collaboration with cross-functional groups, enabling product and d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Manage billing operations and lead a high-performing team to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and client service. Drive process improvements and foster collaboration across departments to support revenue...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing construction project finances and processes. You'll handle subcontractor invoices, change orders, and budget adjustments while collaborating with various stake...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $170K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to draft, negotiate, and manage complex commercial contracts, enhancing efficiency and supporting technology transactions while driving continuous improvement i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Empower a dynamic team while driving tax strategy and compliance. Lead complex tax return preparation for diverse entities, ensuring high-quality outcomes and exceptional Member experiences through me...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $105K *

Elevate your career by transforming data into actionable insights as you monitor and analyze financial outcomes for construction projects, collaborating with experts to enhance performance and efficie...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $115K *

Help us drive financial success by analyzing project costs and forecasts. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency on major construction projects, ensuring accurate reporting and insights that sup...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $125K *

Transform project outcomes by managing complex scheduling and cost control processes. Collaborate with experts to ensure timely delivery and budget adherence across multiple projects, driving efficien...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$95K - $118K *

Join us to analyze and forecast financial outcomes for construction projects. Collaborate with experts to enhance efficiency and performance, ensuring accurate reporting and cost control throughout pr...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading contract negotiations and managing risks in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives in the retail and restaurant se...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate client accounting operations by leading full cycle accounting, ensuring GAAP compliance, and mentoring teams. Drive financial impact through process improvements and effective management repor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.