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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$100K - $120K *

Lead the strategy and optimization of Building Automation Systems across 55+ facilities, managing a team of engineers to enhance operational efficiency and implement cutting-edge technologies for impr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$97K - $143K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a dedicated maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and boost plant productivity. Implement preventive strategies while integrating advanced technologi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Advance patient care by leading nursing teams, ensuring quality management, and fostering collaboration in a skilled nursing environment. Drive compassionate support and efficient operations to enhanc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's committed to operational excellence and safety in chemical manufacturing. Lead the Ryton production unit, ensuring quality, efficiency, and environmental responsibility while foster...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform training programs across the DOE complex by leading curriculum design, development, and delivery. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance instructional quality and ensure operat...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$75K - $110K *

Take ownership of project execution from initiation to closure, ensuring financial success and timely delivery. Collaborate with teams, manage client expectations, control project scope, and communica...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$82K - $100K *

Lead the standardization and improvement of coordination practices across healthcare services. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows, optimize patient experiences, and drive operational excellen...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Pioneer project delivery excellence by managing digital health initiatives, ensuring adherence to standards, and fostering stakeholder relationships to achieve organizational goals within scope, timel...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead our dedicated nursing team by supervising care delivery, mentoring staff, and enhancing resident experiences. Collaborate with management to maintain high standards of health services in a suppor...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $135K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing property-level financial reporting and accounting operations. Drive accuracy, compliance, and efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional te...

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $122K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring operational excellence in facility management. Oversee maintenance, security, and logistics for a key military training center, ensuring readiness and complian...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $104K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring exceptional patient care in a supportive long-term care environment while upholding the highest standards and fostering a s...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional construction projects. Oversee project management, coordinate with subcontractors, and ensure timelines and budgets are met while providing outst...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $145K *

Lead the management of electric distribution projects, ensuring timely delivery and effective stakeholder coordination throughout all phases, from planning to closeout, while maintaining budgetary con...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Champion operational excellence by driving test process improvements and ensuring quality. Lead a dedicated team to optimize resources and enhance performance while maintaining a safe and efficient wo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery with robust planning and execution. Your expertise will drive communication and collaboration to ach...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead transformative initiatives to enhance youth care coordination and services. Manage projects from planning to implementation, collaborating across agencies to improve outcomes for youth with compl...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing patient care by managing operations, staffing, and quality initiatives at the Heart Failure Center. Collaborate with teams to foster a compassionate environment while ensu...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$83K - $127K *

Transform the service desk function by leading a dynamic team, optimizing technology support, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance member experience across multiple locations...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $127K *

Lead the charge in optimizing service desk operations, enhancing team member experience and technology support across global locations. Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives while de...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $127K *

Lead the charge in enhancing service desk operations, focusing on team development, strategy, and automation while ensuring a high-quality technology support experience for team members across various...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $127K *

Drive a service desk transformation by leading operations and enhancing the team member experience through strategic AI integration, performance management, and development across multiple locations f...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $127K *

Unlock your leadership potential by guiding a global service desk team, enhancing technology support strategies, and driving continuous improvements through automation and data insights for an excepti...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $127K *

Lead the charge in optimizing service desk operations, technology lifecycle, and team experience. Foster cross-functional collaboration while leveraging AI and automation to enhance service quality an...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K *

Lead the charge in promoting compassionate, person-centered care on our skilled nursing floor, overseeing staff, enhancing relationships, and ensuring compliance while maintaining high standards of re...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.