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 *

Unlock project potential by managing cost controls and forecasting for downstream construction projects, ensuring optimal budgeting and risk management while collaborating with teams to enhance profit...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Unlock potential by managing cost controls for complex construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate financial insights, mitigate risks, and support informed decis...

4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing cost controls for complex construction projects. Leverage your expertise to deliver financial insights, mitigate risks, and support decision-making in a dynami...

4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Accelerate your career by managing cost controls for complex construction projects. Leverage your expertise to deliver financial insights, mitigate risks, and support decision-making in a dynamic, rem...

4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Drive financial accuracy and risk management in construction cost controls for data center projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure effective budget management and reporting in a fast-paced...

4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing cost controls for complex construction projects, ensuring accurate financial insights and risk identification. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data cente...

4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of construction cost management. In this role, you'll oversee financial controls for critical projects, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting while collaborating...

4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing cost controls for complex construction projects, ensuring accurate financial insights and risk identification. Collaborate with diverse teams to support informed decision-m...

4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Elevate project success by managing comprehensive cost controls for data center and mission-critical capital programs, ensuring accurate financial insights and proactive risk management in a dynamic e...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the cost accounting function, establishing strategies and controls for accurate inventory and COGS visibility while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $112K *

Transform project outcomes by managing cost and contract issues, ensuring transparency in settlements, and fostering strong client relationships through effective communication and documentation...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $145K *

Unlock potential by managing cost reports and client interactions across Canada. Collaborate on feasibility studies, ensure quality control, and support business development while driving efficiency i...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$125K - $175K *

Shape the future of cost management by leading financial oversight on large-scale projects. Drive strategic decision-making through accurate cost intelligence, risk assessment, and team mentorship in...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $165K *

Unlock potential by managing comprehensive cost management services for high-profile hospitality and entertainment projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure cost certainty and drive value thr...

1 week ago

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

$81K - $112K *

Shape the future of project delivery by collaborating with diverse teams to manage contracts, improve processes, and drive consistency across impactful infrastructure projects while enhancing your com...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $112K *

Elevate your career by driving commercial excellence in project delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage contracts, improve processes, and support informed decision-making across impactful i...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $127K *

Champion commercial management across transportation projects, driving contract negotiations, risk assessments, and financial oversight. Collaborate with teams and clients to enhance project performan...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $127K *

Join a team that's driving commercial excellence in transportation projects, managing contracts, negotiations, and risk while collaborating with clients and stakeholders to enhance project performance...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by managing cost planning and commercial strategies for real estate projects. Collaborate across teams to drive project success and optimize budgets while fostering innovative an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing financial integrity of inventory and COGS. Oversee key accounting processes, collaborate with teams, and drive improvements in workflows and reporting to ensure accuracy a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $140K *

Lead the charge in managing construction cost services for large-scale projects. Collaborate with clients and vendors to deliver accurate estimates, cost reports, and risk assessments while ensuring e...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$73K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing insulation and sheet metal projects across industrial and energy sectors. Ensure safety, quality, and budget adherence while fostering team development and client relations...

1 week ago

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

$73K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at construction projects by leading planning, execution, and delivery. Ensure safety, quality, and budget adherence while managing teams and liaising with clients and subcontractor...

1 week ago

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

$73K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in construction management for industrial projects. Oversee planning, execution, and delivery while ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction across diver...

1 week ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in commercial management, ensuring compliance and effective contract administration across multiple projects while collaborating with diverse teams to drive success and mitigate risks...

2 weeks 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.