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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$125K - $200K *

Lead the charge in managing change control for large-scale civil infrastructure projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate scope, cost, and schedule management while supporting program leader...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $200K *

Unlock potential by managing complex change control processes for large civil infrastructure projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate scope, cost, and schedule management while supporting p...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in project financial management, ensuring cost control, budget development, and performance reporting while collaborating with teams to achieve operational and contractual goals...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Drive the evolution of our compensation strategy by evaluating and redesigning structures to align with performance and business goals. Collaborate with leadership to create a transparent, equitable p...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$200K - $330K *

Drive efficiency and innovation as you manage global vendor contracts, collaborating with legal and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and alignment with industry standards while enhancing in...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate to manage real estate operations and construction projects across multiple offices, ensuring seamless communication among stakeholders while driving analysis and compliance for optimal por...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $128K *

Lead the charge in managing global supplier strategies and performance, driving cost reduction initiatives, and enhancing inventory levels across multiple categories to align with business goals and o...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Lead preconstruction efforts by collaborating with diverse teams to develop comprehensive estimates and strategies, ensuring successful project delivery from design to Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) w...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Champion financial integrity by overseeing daily accounting functions, ensuring compliance and accuracy in reporting, and supervising a dedicated team to drive efficiency and excellence in financial o...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform the preconstruction landscape by leading project evaluations, developing precise estimates, and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure successful execution of commercial construction pro...

6 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Shape your future by leading comprehensive building estimates from concept to submission. Collaborate with diverse teams on innovative projects across commercial, institutional, and healthcare sectors...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by supporting project teams in preconstruction processes, including budgeting, estimating, and scheduling. Collaborate with design teams and clients to ensure project success and a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $129K *

Empower your career by driving strategic sales and client engagement in a dynamic hybrid role. Collaborate with retiree benefit leaders to enhance client satisfaction and expand business opportunities...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $129K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing retiree benefits through strategic sales and client engagement. Leverage your expertise to manage complex accounts, drive growth, and foster strong relationsh...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $128K *

Join a team that's driving procurement excellence by developing and executing sourcing strategies for integrated material handling systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational value a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Develop impactful data center projects from concept to completion, emphasizing efficient execution and collaboration with diverse teams while managing budget and timeline across all development stages...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing Commercial Building Automation System projects, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction while driving profitability through effective team collaboration and atte...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $90K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse renovation projects from inception to completion. Oversee planning, budgeting, and client communication while ensuring quality and timely delivery in a dynamic...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $140K *

Transform the museum experience by managing a high-profile exhibit project. Collaborate with a dynamic team to oversee planning, deinstallation, and reinstallation, ensuring excellence in cultural pro...

2 weeks ago

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

$102K - $163K *

Shape the future of provider agreements by managing negotiations, ensuring compliance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Lead a team to enhance operational efficiency and maintain member a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to drive cost-optimized design decisions throughout vehicle development, ensuring alignment of cost targets and functional value while enhancing performance and qual...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $134K *

Champion Gartner's U.S. indirect tax function, driving compliance, audit defense, and process improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance tax strategies and support global...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $205K *

Champion the integration of cost, schedule, and risk management for large-scale heavy civil infrastructure projects, ensuring accurate forecasting and performance reporting while collaborating across...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $200K *

Shape the financial strategy and operations to drive profitable growth. Lead FP&A, budgeting, and performance reporting while partnering with executives to connect financial insights to business objec...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $95K *

Lead the charge in driving impactful paid social campaigns, leveraging strategic insights and team mentorship to exceed client expectations while ensuring flawless execution and performance optimizati...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.