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.
$95K - $105K *
Collaborate with us to manage federal government contracts, ensuring compliance and effective execution throughout the contracting lifecycle. Support proposal development, contract administration, and...
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Project Manager, Variable Team
$120K - $145K *
Manage large-scale engineering and construction projects, ensuring successful delivery through effective planning, execution, and stakeholder collaboration in a complex environment...
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Accountant - Project Cost Accounting
$80K - $100K *
Unlock potential by managing project costs and financial reporting for construction projects. Collaborate with project managers and clients to ensure accurate tracking and visibility of budgets, cash...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Oversee military construction projects by providing expert leadership, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, and coordinating with stakeholders to achieve quality, schedule, and budget objec...
1 week ago
Accounting Manager - Path to Controller
$80K - $95K *
Reinforce and enhance the accounting function by owning month-end closes, implementing controls, and driving automation. Ideal for those eager to evolve into a Controller role while improving processe...
Reposted 1 week ago
Commercial Manager, Energy & Utilities
$120K - $145K *
Lead the development of utility contracting strategies, negotiating agreements for electricity, water, and gas. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess renewable options and manage utility spend acros...
3 weeks ago
Contract Manager (Commercial Law/Construction Law)
$74K - $128K *
Shape the future of contract management by ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and supporting transformative infrastructure projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiencies thro...
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$88K - $105K *
Provide strategic oversight of complex 3PL/4PL projects, driving efficiency and success from inception to delivery. Collaborate across functions to optimize freight management and meet ROI expectation...
Reposted yesterday
$180K - $220K *
Empower growth by leading the finance function from inception to IPO readiness. Collaborate with executives to develop financial strategies, build systems, and ensure sustainable growth in a dynamic s...
4 weeks ago
Construction Manager, Federal Programs
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing federal construction projects, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance while collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Drive project success from pre-construction through c...
Reposted 1 week ago
Construction Manager, Federal Programs
$100K - $120K *
Lead construction projects by managing risks, budgets, and schedules while ensuring quality and safety compliance. Collaborate with clients, architects, and contractors to deliver successful outcomes...
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Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Workplace Projects
$140K - $160K *
Drive effective cost management across diverse construction projects, ensuring accurate budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to optimize project del...
1 week ago
Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Workplace Projects
$140K - $160K *
Join a dynamic team as you oversee cost management for diverse construction projects. Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure successful p...
1 week ago
Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Workplace Projects
$140K - $160K *
Take ownership of cost management for diverse construction projects, ensuring accurate budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to drive effective proje...
1 week ago
Finance Manager, Profit Intellegence Finance
$95K - $163K *
Transform financial governance by owning Operations cost allocations, ensuring accuracy and integrity across global systems. Lead audits, validate methodologies, and partner cross-functionally to enha...
1 week ago
Actuarial Manager- Medicaid Consultant
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of Medicaid consulting by leading projects and mentoring talent. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on actuarial analysis, driving impactful decisi...
1 week ago
$75K - $115K *
Transform residential spaces as a Project Manager, overseeing remodeling projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure exceptional craftsmanship and timely delive...
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$90K - $95K *
Drive the development of compelling proposals for federal and commercial opportunities. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure high-quality submissions that meet client requirements and showcase o...
Reposted 4 days ago
$161K - $210K *
Drive project success by managing construction planning, safety, and cost control while fostering an inclusive culture. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize execution from design through construc...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Risk Manager - Centralized Exchange
$130K - $160K *
Transform the future of risk management by leading the independent Risk Management Unit, enhancing programs, monitoring exposures, and ensuring compliance while collaborating across departments to saf...
4 weeks ago
Project Manager, Variable Team
$125K - $140K *
Take ownership of project management for real estate initiatives, guiding projects from conception to completion. Collaborate with clients to develop plans, manage resources, and ensure quality delive...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Data Center Construction
$135K - $165K *
Empower project success by managing cost control and planning for critical infrastructure projects. Utilize expertise to lead negotiations, provide estimates, and enhance value management across large...
Reposted 1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing capital projects, ensuring timely and budget-friendly completion while fostering effective communication and collaboration with clients and stakeholders throug...
6 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in enhancing financial reporting and operations. Collaborate with senior leadership to develop strategic tools and models, leveraging AI and CBRE systems to improve visibility and effi...
4 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Help us enhance our financial strategy by building robust reporting tools and improving processes. Collaborate with leadership to drive efficiency and clarity across finance operations, leveraging AI...
4 days 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.