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.

Find Cost Manager Jobs on Ladders

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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$85K - $110K *

Champion the negotiation and management of diverse publishing contracts, focusing on children's and adult trade sectors. Collaborate with editorial teams to ensure compliance and clarity in agreements...

3 weeks ago

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

$121K - $182K *

Lead the charge in managing contracts and procurement processes, ensuring compliance and effective coordination among stakeholders while evaluating contractor proposals and administering changes throu...

5 days ago

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

$120K - $141K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee construction projects, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance while managing client relationships and documentation across various public sector initiatives...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to enhance financial performance through cost controlling, SAP CO leadership, and data integrity. Drive strategic insights and process improvements while collaborating across functions...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion logistics excellence by managing complex project shipments across diverse transportation modes. Drive strategic development, enhance vendor relations, and meet operational and customer satisf...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $170K *

Drive strategic sourcing and supplier management for aerospace materials, focusing on energetics and composites. Lead cross-functional initiatives to ensure supply continuity, quality, and cost-effect...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading contract management for diverse infrastructure projects. Oversee contract lifecycle, ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive successfu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing asset recovery operations across California, managing repossession activities, and ensuring compliance with legal standards while collaborating with various teams to opti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $170K *

Elevate sourcing strategies for aerospace materials, ensuring supply continuity and quality. Lead supplier negotiations and partnerships while driving innovation and efficiency in a fast-paced, regula...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Drive brand integrity by overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance with design standards, and facilitating communication between stakeholders. Manage timelines and quality across franchise...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $170K *

Contribute to financial management by analyzing budgets, preparing executive briefs, and supporting compliance with DoD policies. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance reporting and internal contro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Transform project delivery by leading teams, managing budgets, and mitigating risks while fostering client relationships and driving future opportunities in the construction industry...

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the future of municipal water/wastewater projects by leading proposal development, fostering client relationships, and ensuring project success through collaboration and strategic planning...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $185K *

Pioneer complex mechanical projects with a focus on commercial renovations. Oversee all phases of project management, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure successful execution and financial mana...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $185K *

Elevate your career by managing complex mechanical projects with autonomy and support. Join a collaborative team delivering high-quality laboratory and office renovations across multiple sites, drivin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Lead complex construction projects in critical utility environments, ensuring safety, coordination, and operational continuity while minimizing disruption. Manage teams and subcontractors to deliver h...

Texas, USRemote

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion the development and validation of business cases, driving strategic decision-making through financial analysis and forecasting. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $125K *

Transform document management processes by ensuring compliance and effective communication across stakeholders. Leverage your expertise to enhance workflows and support contract obligations in a dynam...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform revenue operations by leading forecasting, governance, and KPI reporting. Manage a diverse team to ensure data integrity and support sales growth, while collaborating across functions to dri...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by leading data center construction initiatives, ensuring safety, quality, and timely execution. Collaborate with diverse teams to meet client expectations and maintain project a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and client satisfaction. Oversee project execution from initiation to completion, coordinating teams and resourc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $135K *

Empower our resource management efforts by coordinating staffing and deployment activities, ensuring optimal talent alignment for projects. Drive operational efficiency and enhance client delivery thr...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $135K *

Optimize resource management processes to enhance onboarding and transitions across consulting operations. Collaborate with leaders to align talent with project needs, ensuring operational efficiency...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $135K *

Champion resource management by coordinating staffing and deployment activities, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring optimal talent alignment for project success across the Consulting servi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $135K *

Drive operational efficiency by managing resource deployment and onboarding across consulting projects. Collaborate with leaders to align talent with project needs, ensuring optimal utilization and en...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.