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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$88K - $105K *

Drive strategic pricing initiatives by analyzing market data and cost structures. Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Finance to optimize pricing models and enhance profitability across residentia...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of business operations by optimizing processes across sales and customer success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency, enhance tool adoption, and leverage AI f...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to our financial success by managing accounting operations, leading month-end close processes, and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate across departments to deliver insights tha...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and management of program reporting, translating complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance reporting standards and deliver impactful visualiz...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in financial oversight and strategic decision-making for client accounts, ensuring accuracy and transparency in a dynamic digital agency environment. Collaborate across teams to drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive preconstruction efforts by managing cost estimation, bidding, and client relationships. Oversee multiple functions to ensure project readiness and profitability while leading a team to maximize...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leading construction activities for mission-critical facilities. This role involves project oversight, financial tracking, and stakeholder coordination, ensuring timely delivery an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Transform your career by managing cost engineering for major construction projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy in budgeting, reporting, and change orders while driving project success t...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $140K *

Analyze project costs and estimates to ensure accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with teams to develop scopes of work, manage budgets, and support change order negotiations on large-scale constructi...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Transform enterprise software delivery by leading complex implementations for retailers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet timelines and budgets while enhancing customer...

Florida, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead complex enterprise software projects, ensuring timely delivery and high customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance implementation methodologies and drive project su...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $204K *

Drive mission success by delivering expert contractual strategy and execution. Lead cross-functional teams in managing complex, high-stakes contracts, ensuring alignment with institutional goals while...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $210K *

Oversee the coordination and management of major transportation construction projects, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders while maintaining compliance with engineeri...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Inspire financial excellence by leading accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and driving improvements. Collaborate with teams to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency while managing a skille...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver expert cost management services across diverse commercial real estate projects. Leverage your leadership skills to drive best practices, mentor junior staff, and ensure...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive cost management services for complex commercial real estate projects, ensuring proactive planning, financial oversight, and stakeholder collaboration throug...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $175K *

Transform your career by leading the bid process for complex projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and optimize resources while driving excellence in estimating and project management...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Drive the successful execution of a $100M data center project, overseeing core-and-shell construction and office upfit. Collaborate with teams, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure proactive commu...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing a diverse portfolio of affordable multi-family properties, ensuring operational excellence and strategic growth while fostering strong community relationships and enhancing...

4 days ago

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

$150K - $170K *

Lead strategic contracts management, overseeing development and negotiation of federal contracts. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and risk management while driving organizational g...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee financial aid planning and accounting processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and enhance financial operations while providing exceptional service...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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

$78K - $90K *

Lead the charge in managing digital and AI projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional client solutions while enhancing your project management and consulting skills in...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the financial future of a luxury private members club. Oversee financial operations, budgeting, and compliance while driving performance and profitability during the pre-ope...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$126K - $166K *

Lead the charge in transforming financial strategies as a Finance Manager, overseeing $10B in compensation and benefits. Drive process improvements, deliver insights, and collaborate globally to enhan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving project execution from feasibility to completion, ensuring alignment across finance, design, and construction. Lead complex mixed-use developments while managing budgets, sc...

6 days ago

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

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.