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.
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.
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 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.
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.
$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
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$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
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$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
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$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
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$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
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$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
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$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
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$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
Project Controls Manager (Cost)
$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
$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
Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor
$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
Cost Consulting Manager - Retail Projects
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
2 weeks ago
Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Hospitality
$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
$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...
Reposted 1 week ago
$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...
Reposted 1 week ago
$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...
2 weeks ago
$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...
2 weeks ago
$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
$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
Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction
$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
$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
$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
$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
$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
What does a Cost Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
Search Ladders for vetted professional Cost Manager openings. Ladders features roles paying $100,000 or more, with opportunities across industries and experience levels.