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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$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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

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

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & 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

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

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

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

$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...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & 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

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$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...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$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

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

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$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

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

$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

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

$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...

Saint-bruno, QCIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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

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

$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

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

$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...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

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

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

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

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.