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.
$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
Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor
$84K - $112K *
Transform your career by managing costs for diverse construction projects. Collaborate with dynamic teams to resolve disputes, create estimates, and ensure client satisfaction while enhancing your ski...
6 days ago
Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor
$84K - $112K *
Champion cost management excellence by resolving disputes, preparing estimates, and overseeing project spend. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure client satisfaction and deliver value through eff...
6 days ago
$105K - $137K *
Optimize project delivery by leveraging your expertise in cost control and management. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking for...
1 week ago
$97K - $129K *
Lead the charge in managing and analyzing construction project costs, ensuring budget accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to track financial performance and enhance reporting effici...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion cost management excellence by guiding teams through complex forecasting and change decisions, enhancing project clarity and consistency across diverse construction projects...
4 days ago
Cost Engineer / Certified Estimating Professional (CEP/CCP)
$72K - $93K *
Drive comprehensive cost management and estimating for airport infrastructure projects. Utilize AACE standards to ensure budget integrity, evaluate contractor claims, and deliver independent cost esti...
Today
$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by leading retail construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to brand standards. Collaborate with design and operations teams to create engaging consumer environmen...
5 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the execution of retail construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to brand standards. Collaborate with design and operations teams to create engaging consumer environments whi...
5 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's redefining retail construction by leading innovative projects. Oversee the planning and execution of high-quality store buildouts, ensuring brand standards and customer experiences...
5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing retail construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to brand standards. Collaborate with design and operations teams to create engaging consumer environmen...
5 days ago
$99K - $149K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing project costs and controls. Leverage your expertise in cost management to support construction and estimating teams, ensuring compliance and enhancing projec...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform project outcomes by leveraging your cost management expertise. Collaborate with diverse teams to monitor progress, prepare detailed estimates, and maintain accurate change logs, ensuring suc...
1 week ago
Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor- Data Center Construction
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by managing cost services for a large-scale data center program. Collaborate with clients and vendors, oversee estimating and reporting, and drive continuous improvement in a dynam...
5 days ago
Associate Director of Cost Management
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of commercial real estate by leading cost management teams, enhancing client relationships, and driving strategic growth across diverse projects. Your expertise will ensure successful...
Today
$152K - $213K *
Grow your career by leading a dynamic team in Cost & Commercial Management, overseeing project strategies, fostering client relationships, and driving revenue growth while ensuring quality assurance a...
Reposted 2 days ago
$104K - $139K *
Transform project performance by leading analytics and reporting for a multi-billion-dollar capital program. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate, actionable insights and drive continuous...
2 weeks ago
Cost Control Manager, Mission Critical
$90K - $110K *
Join us to oversee project cost management and financial controls for complex construction projects. Collaborate with teams to establish budgets, monitor performance, and support decision-making from...
4 weeks ago
Cost Control Manager, Mission Critical
$95K - $115K *
Drive project cost management and financial controls for complex construction projects, collaborating with teams to establish budgets, monitor performance, and support decision-making from preconstruc...
4 weeks ago
Cost Control Manager, Mission Critical
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in project cost management for complex construction initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to establish budgets, monitor performance, and support financial decision-making from pr...
4 weeks ago
Cost Control Manager, Mission Critical
$95K - $115K *
Unlock your potential as a Cost Manager, overseeing financial controls and project cost management for complex construction projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to establish budgets, monitor perfo...
4 weeks ago
Cost Control Manager, Mission Critical
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in overseeing project cost management and financial controls for complex construction projects, collaborating with teams to establish budgets, monitor performance, and support informed...
4 weeks ago
$151K - $176K *
Join a dynamic team to manage project costs, enhance client relationships, and drive successful tender processes. Empower your career through collaboration and transparency while navigating diverse co...
6 days ago
$85K - $115K *
Elevate project success by managing scheduling and cost control for impactful energy initiatives. Collaborate across departments to ensure adherence to standards while producing critical reports and f...
2 weeks ago
Accounting Manager - Construction
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in building robust inventory processes while managing full-cycle accounting functions. Collaborate across teams to ensure financial integrity and compliance, driving efficiency and acc...
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.