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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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality in federal healthcare construction. Oversee quality control programs, inspections, and documentation for projects that support veterans, while collabor...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion financial excellence by leading budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for a $150M global industrial services organization. Collaborate with operations to drive performance and identify improv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's transforming financial operations by providing strategic support and insights to drive growth in a global industrial services organization. Collaborate with leaders to enhance effic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$195K - $220K *

Lead transformative healthcare projects by overseeing cost management and estimating activities. Collaborate with teams to drive strategic growth and deliver impactful solutions across multiple sites...

3 weeks ago

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

$74K - $130K *

Join our team to oversee budget management and financial forecasting for major civil infrastructure projects, ensuring successful delivery within financial parameters while managing complex scope chan...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence in a leading manufacturing facility. Oversee accounting operations, enhance processes, and develop a high-performing team while ensuring compliance and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional project controls for major construction initiatives. Leverage your expertise in cost management and scheduling to drive project success and colla...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $105K *

Engage in cost analysis for large-scale construction projects, providing insights through data analytics and reporting. Collaborate with teams to enhance decision-making and support project controls t...

2 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee contract management and compliance for large-scale infrastructure projects, ensuring effective collaboration and risk mitigation throughout the design and construction p...

Today

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

$90K - $125K *

Join our team to optimize financial strategies during the Preconstruction Phase. Collaborate closely with Project Executives to monitor costs, develop reports, and implement quality control processes...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$97K - $129K *

Lead the charge in project execution by providing field leadership, ensuring safety, and coordinating all construction activities to meet project goals and timelines while fostering collaboration amon...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $172K *

Lead the charge in pricing strategy by managing a team to analyze data, develop actionable insights, and implement innovative pricing models that enhance business outcomes and drive competitive advant...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $172K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic pricing team to analyze data, develop strategies, and implement innovative pricing models that drive business success and enhance competitive advantage across the...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Advance your career by guiding the financial health of large construction projects. Collaborate with project teams to ensure accurate forecasting, risk management, and timely billing, while fostering...

4 weeks ago

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

$146K - $219K *

Drive the future of pricing strategy by managing proposal pricing teams, ensuring compliance, and delivering accurate cost proposals in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with senior leaders...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead project cost control and risk management for large-scale data center projects, ensuring financial transparency and proactive risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with cro...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $165K *

Join us to lead lease accounting operations, ensuring compliance with ASC 842. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor staff, and drive process improvements in a dynamic environment as we scal...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $164K *

Drive impactful financial management and cost control for community rebuilding initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance, develop rebate programs, and maintain audit-ready recor...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project controls across complex design and construction projects, ensuring cost, schedule, and performance visibility throughout the lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to drive data-driven insi...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive comprehensive project estimates by evaluating bid specifications and collaborating with teams to ensure timely submissions and accurate proposals. Cultivate client relationships and support proj...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading comprehensive project estimates and proposals. Leverage your expertise in construction management to evaluate bid specifications, manage subcontractor relationships, a...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Oversee global financial planning and analysis, driving insights and strategic decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, manage deliverables, and lead a finance team i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $110K *

Contribute to accurate cost estimates for aerospace and defense products, managing multiple requests and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure competitive proposals and maintain cost int...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $110K *

Shape the future of aerospace cost analysis by developing precise estimates, managing multiple projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure competitive proposals and cost integrit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Transform project delivery by leading cost management services, providing strategic advice, and mentoring teams. Drive excellence in cost estimation, risk management, and procurement processes across...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

5 days ago

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

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.