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.
$80K - $95K *
Manage and oversee property operations, ensuring compliance and optimal performance. Lead a team, handle budgets, and foster tenant relationships while coordinating construction and lease administrati...
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Lead strategic benefits communications projects, ensuring clarity and quality across teams. Manage timelines, budgets, and resources while adapting to client needs. Drive successful outcomes through e...
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Manufacturing Estimating and Precon Manager
$90K - $110K *
Drive your career with strategic oversight of preconstruction efforts, leading teams and implementing pricing strategies to ensure competitive project delivery and enhance client engagement within a c...
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$100K - $120K *
Optimize contracting processes as our first in-house legal hire, driving negotiations and compliance across sales, procurement, and partnerships. Shape strategies and systems to enhance efficiency and...
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$120K - $145K *
Lead the contracting process end-to-end, negotiating key agreements and shaping scalable systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency and compliance while driving revenue growth in a dynamic...
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$110K - $130K *
Transform contracting processes by owning end-to-end negotiations across sales, procurement, and partnerships. Shape playbooks and systems to enhance efficiency while collaborating with teams to drive...
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$87K - $134K *
Optimize department operations by leading a team in claims management. Drive compliance with regulations, enhance operational efficiency, and foster employee development while implementing best practi...
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Reporting and Data Manager - Enterprise
$75K - $120K *
Deliver impactful data insights by leading reporting and analytics functions. Oversee dashboard migration, ensure data integrity, and transform reporting into actionable analysis for executive decisio...
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$80K - $95K *
Manage and elevate construction projects from handoff to closeout, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and quality assurance. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver successful outcomes while leading...
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$88K - $105K *
Oversee luxury home builds and historic renovations, ensuring meticulous execution from planning to completion while fostering a supportive team environment that prioritizes client satisfaction and qu...
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Drive contract administration and risk management across projects, ensuring compliance and strategic execution. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and enhance project outcomes in a dynamic envir...
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$149K - $155K *
Lead the charge in optimizing project cost accounting and rebate program implementation. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and effective financial management for public sector initia...
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$95K - $115K *
Drive procurement strategy by optimizing costs, quality, and supplier reliability for assigned categories. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective execution of procurement processes and achieve f...
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$87K - $143K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing employee compensation costs through best practices in accounting and financial planning. Collaborate across functions to enhance processes, reporting, and in...
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Optimize financial operations by leading accounting activities, ensuring accurate reporting, and driving efficiency improvements. Collaborate with teams to support decision-making and maintain complia...
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$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of insurance products by leading strategic initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions grounded in user feedback and...
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Senior Cost Manager / Estimator - Data Center Construction
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by delivering comprehensive cost management services for major data center projects. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and procurement efforts while collaborating with stakeholders thro...
Yesterday
Senior Cost Manager / Estimator - Data Center Construction
$110K - $130K *
Engage in comprehensive cost management for major data center projects, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and procurement. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure financial performance and deliver su...
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$80K - $95K *
The Business Manager is responsible for developing and managing a business in alignment with the company's strategy and values. This role includes overseeing sales efforts, branch administration, and...
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Lead a high-performing claims team, driving operational excellence across multiple lines of business. Utilize technology and analytics to enhance efficiency, maintain compliance, and foster strong cli...
4 weeks ago
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Lead the charge in optimizing claims management by leveraging technology and analytics. Oversee a high-performing team, ensuring operational effectiveness and compliance across multiple lines of busin...
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Commercial, Pricing & Risk Manager (Industrial & Logistics)
$100K - $125K *
Transform your career by leading financial modeling for multi-million-dollar real estate projects. Drive client relationships, manage budgets, and create impactful proposals while collaborating with c...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of accounting operations across two organizations. Leverage your expertise in QuickBooks Online to manage financial reporting, accounts receivable, and payabl...
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Chief Financial Officer - Construction
$150K - $180K *
Join us to lead financial operations and strategy, partnering with executives to drive growth, ensure compliance, and enhance organizational performance through effective financial management and risk...
4 days ago
Project Manager - Construction
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Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful construction projects from planning to closeout. Manage budgets, schedules, and resources while ensuring safety and quality standards are met thro...
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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.