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.
Construction Materials Department Manager
$100K - $120K *
Lead and inspire a team in managing construction materials testing operations, ensuring quality and safety standards while driving business growth and fostering a positive work culture...
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Construction Project Manager (Pharma) (3004)
$95K - $115K *
Drive the success of pharmaceutical construction projects by leading planning, execution, and management. Ensure compliance and optimal performance across all phases, from budgeting to execution, whil...
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Construction Materials Department Manager
$95K - $115K *
Lead and inspire a team in managing construction materials testing operations, ensuring quality and safety standards while driving business growth and fostering a positive work culture...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Construction Materials Department Manager
$95K - $115K *
Lead and inspire a dynamic team in managing construction materials testing operations, ensuring quality control and project success while driving business growth and fostering staff development in a c...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Construction Materials Department Manager
$100K - $120K *
Transform the construction materials testing landscape by leading a dynamic team, ensuring quality and safety in project execution, and driving business growth through strategic initiatives and commun...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$92K - $152K *
Join a team that's driving energy efficiency projects across multiple locations. As a Project Manager, you'll lead initiatives, manage budgets, and collaborate with diverse teams to deliver impactful...
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Champion energy services projects by leading teams in commercial construction. Drive project success through effective communication, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration while travel...
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Concrete Civil Estimator/Project Manager - Michels Construction, Inc.
$115K - $173K *
Lead the charge in delivering heavy civil construction projects by preparing precise estimates, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships. Your expertise will drive project success from pre...
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Partner with us to drive financial strategy and insights across business units, enhancing decision-making through robust analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. Collaborate with leadership to optimize p...
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Unlock your potential as a strategic financial partner, driving insights and analyses across business units. Collaborate with leaders to enhance performance, manage budgets, and support informed decis...
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$80K - $95K *
Oversee all construction activities from inception to move-in, ensuring quality control, cost management, and adherence to schedules while collaborating with trade partners and internal teams to optim...
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Make your mark at a leading construction firm by overseeing home builds, ensuring quality, managing costs, and adhering to schedules. Drive project success through effective team collaboration and con...
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$88K - $105K *
Manage all aspects of home construction projects, ensuring quality, cost control, and timely completion. Collaborate with trade partners and internal teams to uphold safety standards and optimize effi...
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Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis
$95K - $115K *
Lead financial planning and analysis efforts, guiding strategic initiatives and enhancing reporting processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive profitability and streamline budgeting w...
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Manage and oversee telecommunications construction projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and compliance with safety and quality standards. Lead teams, coordinate resources, and serve...
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Commercial Manager, Americas Private Equity
$110K - $130K *
Champion growth by building strategic relationships with private equity clients, driving business development, and delivering tailored solutions that enhance value throughout the deal cycle while ensu...
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Electrical Construction Project Manager Industrial
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Optimize project outcomes by managing electrical initiatives from planning to closure. Leverage your expertise in project management, customer relations, and fiscal oversight to drive profitability an...
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Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional construction projects. Oversee project management, coordinate with subcontractors, and ensure timelines and budgets are met while providing outst...
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Lead the transformation of accounting processes by enhancing workflows and systems. Collaborate with teams to drive efficiency, accuracy, and scalability in financial operations while overseeing core...
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Pioneer the management of petroleum construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance. Collaborate with teams from pre-construction to project completion, overseeing budgets, schedules...
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Lead project execution by coordinating logistics, managing costs, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. Drive efficiency and ensure project success through effective oversight and strategic p...
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Optimize M&A integration processes by leading acquisitions and separations, ensuring value capture through structured planning and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive measurabl...
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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.