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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$121K - $160K *

Drive a high-performing software development team to create innovative solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality excellence by overseeing installation audits, facilitating communication between teams, and implementing corrective actions. This role requires frequent travel to ensure compliance with...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence by building a cutting-edge maintenance program from the ground up. Lead a dedicated team, design preventive strategies, and ensure optimal equipment performance in a state-of-the-art...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in strategic technology initiatives, enhancing project management practices across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects, ensuring align...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$78K - $125K *

Transform your career by managing and elevating a world-class photography collection. Oversee strategic collections management, enhance public access, and lead a dedicated team to connect diverse audi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Transform technology initiatives by leading complex projects and enhancing governance practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic value across infrastructure, cybersecurity...

North York, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$85K - $100K *

Manage construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget. Foster collaboration among teams and clients while maintaining high standards for quality and safety...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$67K - $105K *

Optimize project delivery by leading complex initiatives across business and technology teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to define scope and ensure alignment with goals, while fostering a high-per...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead multiple software implementation projects, enhancing customer efficiency and functionality. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage project lifecycles, and ensure timely communication and risk man...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $95K *

Transform the lives of residents as you lead a dedicated nursing team in a supportive environment. Oversee a skilled nursing unit, ensuring exceptional care and quality outcomes while fostering a posi...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of medical education by designing and implementing training programs for healthcare professionals, ensuring compliance and clinical relevance while collaborating with cross-functional...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Empower nursing talent by leading staff education and development initiatives. Drive clinical excellence and compliance while fostering a culture of continuous learning and teamwork in a supportive en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead maintenance operations in a dynamic, multi-shift production environment, ensuring equipment reliability and team development. Drive strategic planning and hands-on problem-solving to enhance perf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of project management by leading software implementations, enhancing efficiency, and collaborating with diverse teams. Drive success through strategic planning and effective communica...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance medical education by designing and implementing training programs for healthcare professionals, ensuring compliance and clinical relevance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to en...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Innovate medical education programs for healthcare professionals, ensuring effective training on cardiovascular devices. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance learning experiences and maintain hig...

Florida, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $97K *

Champion exceptional patient care by leading nursing teams, ensuring effective communication, and implementing best practices in a skilled nursing environment. Drive quality outcomes through oversight...

Today

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

$80K - $90K *

Empower your career by leading maintenance operations in a dynamic residential community. Oversee a skilled team, manage critical building systems, and ensure safety and reliability while fostering a...

6 days ago

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

$67K - $173K *

Join us to lead large-scale capital projects, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions in pharmaceutical manufacturing and facili...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $93K *

Optimize facility operations by leading maintenance, housekeeping, and safety initiatives. Ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a high-performing team culture and managing budgets for a...

Scarborough, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$79K - $93K *

Transform facility operations by leading housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance teams to ensure a safe, compliant, and welcoming environment for residents while driving continuous improvement and team...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$120K - $157K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by driving scrap reduction, optimizing processes, and enhancing inventory accuracy. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure production efficiency, uphold qua...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize operational efficiency and compliance while driving strategic initiatives across multiple functional areas for a high-stakes environment. Collaborate with leadership to lead teams, manage ris...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$78K - $165K *

Join a team that's committed to operational excellence in fund administration, leading a skilled team in managing complex fund accounting services for alternative investments while enhancing service d...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $165K *

Champion excellence in fund accounting by leading a dedicated team. Oversee comprehensive services for alternative investment clients, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while fostering client relations...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.