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.
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.
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.
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.
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$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of quality assurance by leading process improvement initiatives and managing a dedicated team to ensure high standards in production and compliance, while fostering a culture of safet...
5 days ago
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Deliver strategic management of affordable multi-family properties, ensuring optimal operations, budget development, and effective team leadership while maintaining high standards of tenant satisfacti...
3 weeks ago
Community Association Manager (onsite)
$85K *
Lead the management of a large residential community by overseeing operations, engaging with residents and Board members, and ensuring effective financial and vendor management while fostering strong...
2 weeks ago
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Champion the Electromechanical Production team by leading daily operations, prioritizing tasks, optimizing resources, and enhancing workflow efficiency while ensuring safety, quality, and continuous e...
3 weeks ago
$146K - $215K *
Join a team that's dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative quality management. Lead initiatives in digitization and AI analytics to achieve zero-defect performance and drive co...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Discovery Operations
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of discovery operations by leveraging your legal expertise and leadership skills to enhance service delivery and team performance, ensuring top-quality results and efficient workflows...
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$90K - $110K *
Drive operational excellence by managing QA resources, capacity planning, and governance for client services. Serve as the primary client liaison, ensuring quality delivery and continuous improvement...
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Senior Manager, People Operations
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of People Operations by leading strategic HR initiatives, enhancing employee experiences, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced tech environment while managing and developing a dedi...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Manager, Research Operations, Academic Affairs
$88K - $105K *
Empower the research enterprise by ensuring operational excellence, enhancing communication, and managing complex administrative processes within an academic health system. Collaborate with leaders to...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $160K *
Lead the establishment and sustainability of enterprise data governance practices, ensuring data quality and compliance across multiple functions. Collaborate with stakeholders to define standards and...
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$125K - $160K *
Drive enterprise data governance practices to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and processes that enable trusted data for...
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$125K - $160K *
Drive enterprise data governance practices to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and processes that enable trusted data for...
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$95K - $115K *
Champion operational excellence by leading training support for mission readiness. Oversee all aspects of training management, personnel coordination, and mission execution within a dynamic environmen...
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$85K - $135K *
Empower our resource management efforts by coordinating staffing and deployment activities, ensuring optimal talent alignment for projects. Drive operational efficiency and enhance client delivery thr...
6 days ago
$85K - $135K *
Champion resource management by coordinating staffing and deployment activities, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring optimal talent alignment for project success across the Consulting servi...
6 days ago
$85K - $135K *
Drive operational efficiency by managing resource deployment and onboarding across consulting projects. Collaborate with leaders to align talent with project needs, ensuring optimal utilization and en...
6 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Champion compliance initiatives by developing programs and training materials, collaborating across departments, and ensuring adherence to regulations. This role requires strategic planning and effect...
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$88K - $105K *
Oversee the development and implementation of compliance programs, ensuring adherence to regulations and ethical standards across all UPMC business units while fostering a culture of compliance and ed...
Yesterday
$90K - $110K *
Lead and manage complex projects with diverse stakeholders, ensuring alignment and success through effective planning, execution, and oversight of methodologies and deliverables while driving team eng...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead operational excellence by overseeing safety, sales, and project execution. Drive team performance and financial accountability while implementing best practices for high-quality results in a fast...
2 weeks ago
$90K *
Drive operational excellence by managing sales teams, optimizing client engagement, and enhancing performance metrics. Contribute to business growth through strategic initiatives and effective coachin...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion patient-centered care by overseeing operational and administrative aspects of mental health services. Lead, evaluate, and enhance direct care staff performance while ensuring compliance with...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading strategic programs for the Sales team, ensuring alignment between commercial strategy and system design. Drive impactful CPQ implementations and enhance customer-facing pro...
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$80K - $95K *
Drive financial performance of construction projects by analyzing costs, risks, and budgets. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate reporting and proactive decision-making. Elevate project outcomes...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock financial insights to drive project success. Collaborate with teams to ensure budget accuracy, manage risks, and deliver comprehensive cost reporting for construction projects, while maintainin...
4 weeks ago
What is a Unit Manager?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.