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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$80K - $95K *

Transform billing and revenue management processes by leading cross-functional teams to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction while driving financial performance and reporting improv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $125K *

Elevate your career by managing finance and HR for a growing solar company. You'll oversee accounting, payroll, and administration while leading a small team to ensure smooth operations and compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading cost management for large-scale data center projects. Drive financial performance, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure successful project delivery while fosteri...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional cost management services for large-scale data center projects, ensuring financial performance and stakeholder engagement throughout all project phases while f...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading cost management for large-scale data center projects. Drive financial performance, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure successful project delivery while mentori...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Drive the integrity and accuracy of financial processes as a hands-on leader, overseeing month-end and year-end closes while developing your team and enhancing accounting practices across a multi-loca...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate financial operations as a strategic partner in reporting, budgeting, and analysis. Oversee financial governance, ensuring compliance while driving insights to optimize performance across diver...

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

$85K - $167K *

Transform project delivery by overseeing multiple construction initiatives, ensuring compliance with scope, schedule, and budget. Collaborate with contractors and clients to achieve quality outcomes a...

6 days ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Empower project success by analyzing control metrics and supporting project management to ensure completion on time and under budget. Collaborate with senior staff to provide valuable insights and enh...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Manage project data collection, analysis, and reporting to ensure timely completion and budget adherence. Collaborate with senior analysts to provide insights and track performance metrics for informe...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Engage in project planning and data analysis to ensure timely and budget-compliant project delivery. Collaborate with senior teams to produce insights and reports that drive project success. Be a key...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Shape project success by assisting in planning and analysis to ensure timely completion within budget. Collaborate with senior analysts and deliver insights that empower clients to make informed decis...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $141K *

Champion tax compliance and advisory services, guiding clients through complex challenges while mentoring staff and enhancing team capabilities. Drive business growth and foster meaningful client rela...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$101K - $139K *

Champion growth by delivering tax and advisory services to small businesses. Collaborate with leadership, mentor staff, and enhance client relationships while driving efficiency and compliance in a dy...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing large-scale construction projects, ensuring compliance with federal standards, and leveraging your design-build expertise to drive success in a dynamic environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$106K - $125K *

Transform project delivery by managing timelines, budgets, and teams to meet client objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality and compliance while driving continuous improvement in p...

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

$102K - $120K *

Transform your career by managing diverse projects, collaborating with clients and teams to ensure successful execution of tenant improvements and facility management services while adhering to qualit...

Markham, ONIn-Person

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

$93K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional project management for restaurant construction. Oversee projects from inception to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to time...

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

$127K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to manage diverse infrastructure and technical projects across the USA. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery, navigating regulatory requirements and...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive financial performance of multi-million engineering projects, ensuring efficient cost management, risk mitigation, and strategic cost reductions. Collaborate with project teams to enhance operati...

Saint-bruno, QCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Support cost management initiatives by analyzing, forecasting, and reporting project costs. Collaborate with teams to resolve cost issues and enhance project performance through effective application...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative total rewards strategies that enhance compensation structures and support organizational goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver data-driven insights and...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $220K *

Shape your career by leading global compensation strategies that enhance talent retention and align with business goals. Utilize data-driven insights to advise stakeholders and innovate compensation p...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $220K *

Shape the future of compensation strategies by leveraging data-driven insights and innovative solutions to enhance talent retention and organizational objectives in a dynamic global environment...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $220K *

Drive innovative total rewards strategies that enhance compensation structures, support talent retention, and align with organizational goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver data-driven insi...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.