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.

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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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$95K - $115K *

Lead and enhance the accounts payable function, managing a small team to ensure accurate, timely payments while improving processes and cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic business environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping financial strategy and governance. As a senior leader, you'll oversee accounting functions, drive process improvements, and develop a high-performing team, ensuring accuracy...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career with a leadership role overseeing accounting functions, financial reporting, and team development. Collaborate with executives to drive insights and optimize operations while ens...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead cost management for complex commercial real estate projects. Drive financial performance, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure project success through expert cost...

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful pipeline and facility construction projects by overseeing compliance, quality standards, and cost management. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure effective project execution...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Manage accounting operations and credit management while performing monthly closing, financial reporting, and customer credit assessments. Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external part...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower financial performance through strategic analysis and reporting. Collaborate with leadership to enhance profitability and operational efficiency. Lead FP&A initiatives and support business vert...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing contract administration for a major infrastructure program. This role involves ensuring compliance, managing contractor performance, and collaborating with v...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead complex industrial and corporate projects, ensuring alignment with operational goals. Manage all phases from planning to occupancy while minimizing disruptions. Collaborate with diverse teams to...

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3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives and optimizing operations. As a Planning Manager, you'll lead cross-functional projects, enhance efficiency, and contribute to long-term growth while c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $140K *

Manage and lead estimating processes for construction projects, ensuring accurate analysis of bid documents and effective collaboration with stakeholders to deliver successful proposals and maintain p...

6 days ago

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

$150K - $220K *

Drive strategic project execution and delivery in construction, overseeing teams and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Lead risk management, budget oversight, and client relations to foste...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$104K - $166K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee daily accounting operations, manage financial reporting, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive efficiency in a fast-paced enviro...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in executing complex construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction while managing budgets, schedules, and subcontractor performance across multiple assignmen...

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

$87K - $105K *

Champion the management and optimization of equipment assets, ensuring cost efficiency and operational excellence across Central Texas. Collaborate with teams to drive safety, performance, and strateg...

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Army training products through leadership and oversight. Leverage your operational expertise to manage personnel and ensure alignment with Army training doctr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Army training products through leadership and oversight. This role involves managing personnel, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with Ar...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $118K *

Manage project costs and schedules for semiconductor construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate reporting and effective project delivery, utilizing industry best...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Advance project success by overseeing cost control and reporting for semiconductor construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and effecti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Elevate project success by managing cost controls for semiconductor construction projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate reporting and effective project delivery throughout all phases, fro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Elevate project delivery by managing cost and schedule reporting for semiconductor construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial tracking and effective co...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team to support semiconductor projects by managing cost and schedule reporting. Collaborate with engineering and procurement to ensure accurate project delivery and enhance organization...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Empower project success by managing cost and schedule reporting for semiconductor construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial tracking and effective pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Accelerate your career by supporting semiconductor construction projects. Collaborate with teams to manage project costs, schedules, and reporting, ensuring effective delivery and continuous improveme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Reimagine your career by joining a dynamic team as you support project cost management and reporting for semiconductor construction projects, ensuring seamless collaboration across disciplines for eff...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.