Senior Level Cost Manager Jobs

Senior level cost manager jobs place experienced professionals in charge of budget ownership, cost control strategy, and the project teams or programs that deliver results. Hiring concentrates across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with 33% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Turner & Townsend, Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, and Amcor hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles20
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTurner & Townsend
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type67% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Senior Manager, Inventory & Cost Accounting
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Senior Manager, Inventory & Cost Accounting
Amcor
Manchester, Michigan
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Master's degree in accounting
10,000+

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Senior Manager, Logistics — Cost & Speed
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Senior Manager, Logistics — Cost & Speed
Wonder
New York, New York
Business Development
Marketing
Sales
$149k - $165k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
501-1,000

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Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis - Cost Accounting
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Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis - Cost Accounting
Cardinal Health
El Paso, Texas
Accounting
Business Analysis
$93k - $146k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor
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Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Manassas, Virginia
Construction Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Manager, Inventory & Cost Accounting
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Manager, Inventory & Cost Accounting
Redwood Materials
Carson City, Nevada
Finance
Accounting
Business Analysis
Procurement & Supply Chain
Audit
Tax
Procurement & Purchasing
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Senior Level Cost Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

Turner & Townsend6 open roles
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited6 open roles
Amcor1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services12
  • Construction & Real Estate6
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2
  • Manufacturing1
  • Chemicals & Materials1

Senior Level Cost Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level cost manager job?

Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of cost baselines, earned value management, and risk mitigation on complex projects. Candidates who can show they have led cost functions independently, mentored junior estimators, and influenced project decisions at the program level stand out. Tailoring your resume to reflect scope, budget size, and team leadership gives you a clear edge.

Which companies hire senior level cost managers?

Companies hiring senior level cost managers right now include Turner & Townsend, Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, and Amcor, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large engineering and construction firms, defense contractors, infrastructure developers, and capital-intensive manufacturers that run multi-year project portfolios requiring experienced cost oversight.

Are there remote senior level cost manager jobs?

Yes, though many senior roles still require on-site or hybrid presence given the project coordination they involve. About 33% of senior level cost manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, concentrated in sectors where cost reporting and analysis can be performed without being tied to a physical project site.

What makes a cost manager role senior level?

Senior level cost manager roles are defined by independent ownership of cost management programs, not just execution of tasks. Responsibilities typically include setting cost control frameworks, leading estimates for major project phases, advising leadership on budget risk, and mentoring mid-level staff. The scope is broader, the accountability is higher, and the expectation is that you drive outcomes rather than support them.

Which industries hire the most senior level cost managers?

Senior Level cost manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they manage large capital programs, long project lifecycles, and complex cost structures that require experienced professionals to own financial performance from planning through closeout.