Explore Unit Manager Jobs

Unit Managers lead teams and oversee the day-to-day performance of a defined department, facility unit, or operating area. Depending on the industry, the role may focus on patient care, production, customer service, or business operations. Browse vetted Unit Manager opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Unit Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and field, but commonly include setting team priorities, managing staffing and schedules, monitoring budgets and performance, maintaining quality and safety standards, and improving processes. Unit Managers also communicate goals, coach employees, resolve operational issues, and report results to senior leadership.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience leading teams, strong communication and organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to use data to guide decisions. Requirements may include a relevant degree, professional credentials, or industry-specific experience. Healthcare, manufacturing, and other regulated environments may require specialized training or licenses.

Unit Manager Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation depends on industry, location, organization size, scope of responsibility, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional positions paying $100,000 or more, offering a place to explore senior Unit Manager roles and related leadership opportunities. Compare job requirements and responsibilities to find positions aligned with your experience and career goals.

Find Your Next Unit Manager Role

Search current Unit Manager openings on Ladders and review each listing for salary, location, qualifications, and job scope. Set up a profile and explore opportunities that match your leadership background and preferred industry.

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$110K - $130K *

Elevate project performance by leading underground mining operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and financial success. Drive team collaboration and operational excellence to meet client expectation...

Dease Lake, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Serve as a strategic leader in facilities management, overseeing operations, ensuring compliance, and driving innovation across multiple sites. Lead teams to achieve safety, financial, and service exc...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$92K - $115K *

Oversee the Mechanical Department, leading a team to ensure optimal performance of all mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems while driving energy-saving initiatives and maintaining high stan...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$97K - $110K *

Support a dynamic maintenance team by leveraging leadership and technical skills to ensure safety, efficiency, and operational excellence across multiple sites while managing projects and fostering te...

Today

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

$97K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic maintenance team, ensuring safety and efficiency while managing projects and contractor relations. Drive operational excellence across multiple sites, fostering skill development and ma...

6 days ago

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

$97K - $143K *

Unlock potential by leading value stream operations, optimizing production, and driving continuous improvement initiatives while managing a diverse team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading complex enterprise implementations, driving customer adoption, and ensuring measurable value realization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to operationalize solut...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative facilities operations and space management, leading a dynamic team to create safe, efficient, and employee-focused workplaces. Drive strategic initiatives, oversee project managemen...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Help us shape the future of learning by developing and executing training strategies for contractor clients and internal teams, ensuring effective onboarding and ongoing skills development as we expan...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex projects, ensuring quality delivery, and managing integrated teams. Oversee contract services, report on progress, and coordinate activities to achieve strategic go...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality standards for aerospace systems. Directly manage experienced professionals, interpret technical directions, conduct audits, and drive compliance with aviation regul...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing MEP and facilities projects, ensuring seamless delivery from planning to closeout. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance infrastructure while maintaining bu...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $110K *

Elevate your career by managing MEP and facilities projects, ensuring seamless delivery and compliance. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders while overseeing budgets and timelines for impactful impro...

5 days ago

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

$87K - $112K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse technology and business projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment. Collaborate with teams to drive initiatives that fulfill organizational goals...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $95K *

Empower teams to implement innovative projects, streamline processes, and deliver quality solutions that meet clients' needs on time and budget, while fostering collaborative environments and driving...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize business operations by enhancing end-to-end processes and driving adoption of cutting-edge tools. Collaborate cross-functionally to facilitate growth and improve efficiency, ensuring data-dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical projects by leading cross-functional teams to deliver safe, compliant, and cost-effective capital initiatives on time and within budget. Bring your expertise to driv...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion efficient property management by overseeing a diverse portfolio, ensuring budget adherence, enhancing occupancy rates, and fostering resident engagement while leading a team dedicated to serv...

3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead maintenance and reliability programs for production equipment. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, enhance team development, and ensure optimal equipment performance...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine the digital landscape by managing product strategies that enhance the Guest and Team Member experiences across platforms. Drive product lifecycle from definition to delivery, ensuring operat...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in safe and efficient facility maintenance within a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment, overseeing a union workforce and driving operational excellence in a 24/7 production s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence by leading assurance and control initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and compliance wi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $219K *

Drive operational transformation by leading cross-functional teams to implement Lean methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring best-in-class practices in a regulated manufacturing...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by developing and maintaining standards, ensuring consistency across markets, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and documentation for opti...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Manage diverse construction projects by leading teams, ensuring client satisfaction, and navigating budgets, schedules, and risks. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver exceptional results while fo...

1 week ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Unit Manager?question toggle

    A Unit Manager oversees a specific department, facility unit, or operating area, guiding its team and managing day-to-day performance. The exact scope depends on the employer and industry.

  • What does a Unit Manager do?question toggle

    Typical duties include managing staff and schedules, setting priorities, monitoring budgets and performance, maintaining quality and safety standards, and communicating results to leadership.

  • What qualifications are needed for Unit Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary. Employers commonly value leadership experience, communication and organizational skills, and relevant industry knowledge. Some roles require a degree, professional credential, license, or specialized training.

  • How much do Unit Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on industry, location, experience, and the role's scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Unit Manager opportunities.

  • Where can I find Unit Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Unit Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Check each posting for compensation details and qualifications.