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.
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Lead the charge in building and managing a robust contracts function, overseeing negotiations, and ensuring compliance while collaborating with leadership to enhance contract processes and standards a...
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$117K - $176K *
Drive your career forward by leading project teams, ensuring safety, and enhancing customer satisfaction in a dynamic construction environment. Leverage your expertise to mentor staff and optimize ope...
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$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic Supply Chain team to enhance inventory control and food cost efficiency. Collaborate across departments, lead audits, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize material u...
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Drive innovative cost estimating solutions by leveraging advanced analytics and data management techniques to support program decision-making and enhance operational efficiency in a dynamic educationa...
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Multi-Family Construction Estimator
$80K - $95K *
Join our team to produce detailed estimates and assist in negotiations with insurance adjusters. Stay current on industry trends and technologies while traveling nationwide to evaluate properties and...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Analyze contractor cost proposals and pricing data to establish negotiation positions. Evaluate procurement actions and negotiate final expenses on contracts, grants, and agreements, ensuring complian...
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Manage financial reporting and strategic support, ensuring accuracy and compliance while driving process improvements and collaboration with operating managers to maximize business performance and ach...
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Project Manager - Retail Construction
$75K - $100K *
Lead the charge in managing multiple retail construction projects nationwide, overseeing scope, budget, and timelines while coordinating with clients and contractors to ensure successful project deliv...
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Lead project oversight and financial management, ensuring successful execution within scope, budget, and timeline. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive compliance, enhance customer experience, and a...
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$90K - $150K *
Lead the charge in managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering strong client relationships and team collaboration...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering projects safely and on time. Lead from preconstruction to closeout, managing schedules, budgets, and client relationships while ensuring quality and safety s...
4 weeks ago
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Manage and lead materials operations, ensuring efficient supply chain processes. Drive team performance, optimize inventory strategies, and enhance supplier relationships to support production needs a...
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$140K - $200K *
Drive financial excellence by partnering with product leadership to enhance FP&A capabilities, improve reporting, and support strategic initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver actionabl...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead cross-functional project execution in Medication Contracting, translating strategic priorities into actionable plans. Drive improvements, manage risks, and enhance collaboration across teams to e...
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$90K - $110K *
Champion cost analysis for complex projects, ensuring accurate reports, effective cost control, and communication with stakeholders, while leading and mentoring a team to achieve project objectives an...
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Document Controller IV.Information Management . Indirect Cost
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Lead a team of document controllers to ensure efficient management of project documentation, compliance with standards, and timely transmission to clients. Drive best practices in document control and...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Manage field program performance across all Northern California projects, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and schedule standards. Lead self-perform crews and subcontractors while setting accoun...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $200K *
Join us to lead the Finance & Insurance processes, enhancing customer satisfaction while maximizing profitability through effective loan processing and compliance management in a dynamic dealership en...
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$88K - $105K *
Drive project success by managing all phases from preconstruction to completion. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment on scope, budget, and timelines while optimizing project pr...
1 week ago
$135K - $166K *
Champion accurate electrical cost estimates and negotiate change orders for major infrastructure projects. Collaborate with contractors and project teams to ensure compliance with NYCDEP standards and...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $166K *
Optimize project outcomes by delivering precise electrical cost estimates, evaluating contractor proposals, and leading negotiations for change orders. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensu...
3 weeks ago
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Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and procurement activities to ensure efficient operations and cost control at our energy facility. Collaborate with management and corporate teams to deliver ac...
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Preconstruction Manager - Commercial Construction
$100K - $125K *
Join us to lead preconstruction efforts, transforming project concepts into actionable plans. You'll manage budgeting, estimating, and client coordination, ensuring successful execution across diverse...
3 days ago
Preconstruction Manager - Commercial Construction
$100K - $125K *
Lead the charge in transforming project concepts into actionable plans, overseeing budgeting, estimating, and coordination for diverse construction projects. Your expertise will guide clients and team...
3 days ago
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Lead the charge in optimizing accounting processes as we expand our market reach. Collaborate with leadership to provide financial insights, ensuring compliance and accuracy in operations, while growi...
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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.