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.
$120K - $145K *
Advance financial operations by overseeing accounting, billing, payroll, and compliance. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate reporting and efficient processes while managing audits and vendor re...
Reposted 3 days ago
Pricing and Cost Accounting Manager
$100K - $120K *
Optimize cost proposals by ensuring compliance with government regulations and guidelines. Collaborate with teams to analyze, develop, and defend pricing strategies for federal projects. Support prici...
Reposted 2 days ago
$85K - $135K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering precise construction estimates, managing bids, and collaborating with subcontractors to ensure project success. Your expertise will drive accurate forecastin...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Drive project success by collaborating with engineers and clients, managing schedules, budgets, and construction processes from design to completion. Utilize strong organizational skills to handle mul...
3 weeks ago
Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor- Life Sciences Construction
$120K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive cost management for large-scale construction projects, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure effective budgeting, reporting, and risk assessment through...
3 weeks ago
Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor- Life Sciences Construction
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in delivering cost management for complex construction projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective budgeting, reporting, and risk assessment across multiple phases of a...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Partner with us to manage construction projects from design to completion, ensuring client satisfaction through effective scheduling, budgeting, and coordination. Leverage your expertise to enhance pr...
3 weeks ago
Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure / Transit
$88K - $105K *
Engage in comprehensive cost management for large-scale construction projects, overseeing budgeting, reporting, and vendor assessments. Collaborate with teams to ensure financial accuracy and strategi...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leading revenue operations and optimizing billing and collections. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial insights and drive strategic improvements, ensuring...
3 weeks ago
Director - Cost Management (Semiconductor Construction)
$125K - $150K *
Champion strategic cost management excellence across complex construction projects, leading a high-performing team to deliver exceptional client outcomes while driving operational efficiency and foste...
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Director - Cost Management (Semiconductor Construction)
$125K - $150K *
Drive excellence in cost management by leading a high-performing team, overseeing complex construction projects, and delivering strategic insights for optimal commercial outcomes in a fast-paced envir...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Cost Management
$97K - $142K *
Empower a dynamic team to enhance cost management strategies, driving efficiency and effectiveness through data-driven insights and collaboration across departments. Lead initiatives that support stra...
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Associate Director - Cost Manager - Commercial Real Estate Construction
$155K - $175K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional cost management services for major construction projects. Foster stakeholder relationships, drive strategic direction, and ensure high-quality project deliver...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $155K *
Shape the future of cost accounting by leading inventory controls and financial analysis in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and drive...
5 days ago
$120K - $135K *
Analyze financial data to provide insights and support operations. Collaborate with finance leadership to enhance processes and controls, ensuring effective budgeting and forecasting across the organi...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Champion financial excellence by partnering with operational leaders to manage a $64M portfolio, providing analysis, budgeting, and strategic guidance to enhance performance across multiple hospital a...
2 weeks ago
$95K *
Unlock potential by leading cost estimation and optimization efforts to ensure the competitiveness of bids. Collaborate with finance and project teams to analyze and support financial strategies throu...
Reposted 5 days ago
$115K - $174K *
Lead change order management for a billion-dollar public works project, overseeing cost controls, compliance, and reporting. Collaborate with a team to ensure effective project execution and financial...
4 weeks ago
$115K - $135K *
Unlock your potential by driving financial accuracy and cost control for diverse capital projects. Collaborate with project teams to ensure effective reporting and forecasting, enhancing decision-maki...
1 week ago
$94K - $175K *
Champion financial excellence by leading cost analysis and reporting, ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS, and supporting ERP transitions. Drive strategic financial planning and collaborate across depa...
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Costing and Finance Special Assignments Manager - Costing
$85K - $95K *
Unlock construction profitability by managing cost systems, ensuring accurate pricing, and supporting team collaboration. Play a key role in cost analysis, audits, and training to enhance financial ef...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Commercial Manager - Estimating and Contracts @ FabLogix
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by leading the estimating department and driving commercial development for large-scale proposals in the data center, life science, and semiconductor sectors. Own client relationsh...
3 weeks ago
$164K - $188K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing project costs and financial reporting for public infrastructure initiatives. This role involves tracking budgets, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with v...
3 weeks ago
$91K - $198K *
Transform your career by managing full life cycle contracts in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and drive strategic proposal development while adapting to evo...
2 weeks ago
$91K - $198K *
Lead the charge in comprehensive contract administration, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams while managing high-stakes federal contracts and proposals in a dynamic environment...
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.