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.
$171K - $188K *
Support recovery initiatives by managing project costs, ensuring compliance, and implementing financial controls. Collaborate with teams to maintain budget integrity and facilitate rebate programs, dr...
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Construction Operations Manager
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Pioneer effective operations by leading teams in specialty construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate challenges and uphold company valu...
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$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading project controls for large-scale industrial construction. Collaborate with teams to manage costs, schedules, and risks while ensuring compliance and effective communication...
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$95K - $115K *
Join us to lead project cost and schedule management, fostering collaboration across teams to drive informed decisions and optimize project outcomes in the industrial construction sector...
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$110K - $130K *
Transform your career by leading the charge in our contracting operations. Manage the end-to-end process, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and streamline workflows to enhance efficiency in a f...
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$110K - $130K *
Manage and optimize the end-to-end contracting process, collaborating with Legal and cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and scalability in a fast-paced environment. Drive improvements in wor...
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Operational Accounting Manager
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Elevate your career by leading the Operational Accounting team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, enforcing policies, and driving process improvements while fostering a culture of excellence and...
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$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in construction management. Oversee high and low voltage distribution projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and timely execution while managing materials an...
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$110K - $125K *
Support on-site construction operations by managing field activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating with project teams for successful delivery of both new bui...
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$185K - $200K *
Drive cost management and estimating for complex healthcare projects, leading efforts from conceptual planning to construction. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure successful project delivery...
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$112K - $196K *
Empower project success by delivering precise cost estimates and analyses for federal construction initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate budgeting, risk management...
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$108K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance. Coordinate with diverse teams, drive change, and manage schedules and budgets on complex water/wastewater f...
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$80K - $95K *
Elevate financial operations by leading the accounting team, managing reporting, and implementing strategic improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial practices...
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$90K - $120K *
Advance your career as you shape construction estimates for diverse projects. Partner with teams nationwide to analyze costs, verify accuracy, and enhance efficiency, ensuring successful project deliv...
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$170K - $200K *
Elevate your career by leveraging your pricing expertise to drive client value and profitability in a dynamic, global environment. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to develop innovative pricing st...
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$132K - $182K *
Join a team that's driving financial excellence in manufacturing operations. Lead cost analysis and reporting, enhance financial controls, and partner with leadership to optimize strategies for the Ca...
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Commercial Construction Project Manager
$120K *
Drive success by managing commercial construction projects across our national portfolio. Oversee everything from budgeting to execution, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating with prope...
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Commercial Construction Project Manager
$120K *
Drive impactful commercial construction projects across a diverse national portfolio. Own the entire process from planning to execution, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborating with variou...
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$80K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial operations and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial management, streamline workflows, and support decisio...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Elevate your career as you prepare and coordinate comprehensive estimate packages for diverse transportation projects, tackling both conventional and complex mega-projects across multiple states...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Empower your career as you prepare and coordinate comprehensive estimate packages for diverse transportation projects, tackling both conventional and complex mega-projects across multiple states...
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$80K - $100K *
Create comprehensive estimate packages for transportation projects, coordinating with subcontractors and vendors. Engage in diverse contracting pursuits, from highway rehabilitation to complex mega-pr...
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Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring financial accuracy and efficiency. You'll manage client billing, accounts receivable/payable, and month-end activities while collaborating with various teams t...
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Lead financial planning and analysis for a $300M manufacturing business, driving operational efficiency and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights that enhance deci...
4 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Shape financial strategy and drive operational excellence by leading financial planning, analysis, and reporting for a $300M manufacturing business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...
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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.