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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$130K - $160K *

Transform risk management strategies by leading quantitative analyses, developing tailored frameworks, and guiding project teams to enhance decision-making and optimize outcomes across diverse project...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Drive risk management excellence by developing frameworks and strategies, facilitating workshops, and conducting quantitative analyses to support project success and informed decision-making across di...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $150K *

Manage commercial drywall and metal framing projects from planning to closeout. Collaborate with field teams and clients to ensure project success, maintain budgets, and uphold quality standards while...

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $115K *

Advance construction projects by leading teams, managing budgets, and ensuring safety standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality results on cellular tower installations and more...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$63K - $108K *

Manage and coordinate construction projects across various company locations, ensuring compliance with all regulations and standards. Oversee budgets, schedules, and contractor performance to deliver...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Drive your career by managing risks in large construction projects. Utilize analytical skills to monitor exposure, develop strategies, and produce timely risk reports, enhancing project delivery throu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive project excellence by supporting scheduling and cost control for multiple initiatives. Collaborate with industry leaders to ensure projects meet quality standards, timelines, and budgets while e...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $140K *

Lead and deliver key client projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and alignment with project scope. Oversee operations, coordinate teams, and enforce safety compliance while fosterin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing electrical construction projects, overseeing cost estimates, schedules, and operational activities while ensuring effective communication with clients and stakeholders thro...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $120K *

Elevate client success by leading end-to-end product rollouts, ensuring seamless coordination across teams. Drive project visibility and accountability while fostering strong stakeholder relationships...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $145K *

Champion the tender process across multiple contracts, managing all phases from prequalification to post-contract administration. Collaborate with project and commercial teams to ensure effective cont...

2 weeks ago

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

$108K - $145K *

Unlock potential by managing the tender process across multiple contracts, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with project teams to provide expert contract administration and negotiation...

Plainfield, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $127K *

Drive strategic cost initiatives and lead complex contract negotiations, enhancing supplier agreements and cost performance while fostering collaboration across Engineering, Finance, and Management fo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $127K *

Transform supplier relationships by leading cost initiatives and strategic negotiations while collaborating across functions to drive financial performance and optimally manage contracts. Engage with...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to drive cost management on large-scale industrial construction projects, ensuring client satisfaction through effective collaboration and value-engineering solutions that optimize...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$77K - $85K *

Drive financial success through data analytics by partnering with sales teams. Analyze performance, build dashboards, and optimize ROI while ensuring accurate commission tracking and payments. Leverag...

Reposted yesterday

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

$70K - $95K *

Lead and shape financial strategies by managing client relations and projects of moderate complexity while mentoring junior staff to ensure successful program execution and delivery...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to finance excellence, collaborating across functions to drive financial strategies and insights, ensuring the fiscal health and growth of our organization through innovat...

New Jersey, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, owning budgets and forecasts while collaborating with executives. Utilize AI tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency in modeling and reporting, dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative solutions by leveraging data analytics and strategic counsel to enhance client performance. Collaborate with high-performing teams to deliver tailored insights for transformational ev...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize program cost management by developing budgets, forecasting, and tracking financial performance for a high-priority aerospace project. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decisi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing complex real estate projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while collaborating with clients and guiding project teams to delive...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Manage and drive the successful delivery of network infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, budget, and quality standards while leading a dynamic team and fostering strong custo...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading financial operations and strategic analysis. Drive accuracy in reporting, enhance processes, and collaborate across teams to support informed decision-making while managing...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $195K *

Join us to define and standardize logistics and asset management processes across multiple global sites, ensuring efficient operations and reliable support for our expanding production footprint...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.