Explore Location Manager Jobs

Location Managers find, secure, and oversee the places where productions, events, and business operations happen. The role can span film and television, live events, retail, hospitality, and other industries that depend on well-managed sites. On Ladders, explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and identify roles that match your experience and career goals.

What Does a Location Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry, but often include researching and evaluating sites, negotiating access and agreements, coordinating permits and logistics, and communicating with property owners, local authorities, vendors, and internal teams. Location Managers may also manage schedules, budgets, safety requirements, site operations, and contingencies to keep projects on track.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly value strong project management, negotiation, communication, budgeting, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of permitting, contracts, local regulations, and health and safety practices can be important. Many roles favor candidates with relevant industry experience, a record of managing complex sites, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders under tight deadlines.

Where Location Managers Work

Location Manager titles appear across several fields. In film and television, they help productions secure and run filming locations. In events, they coordinate venues and site logistics. In retail, hospitality, and corporate operations, they may oversee facilities, locations, or site portfolios. Review each posting carefully, since scope, travel expectations, and required expertise differ by employer.

Find Location Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse Location Manager opportunities on Ladders to discover vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, and work arrangements, then focus your search on positions that align with your industry background and next career step.

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$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of safety management by leading initiatives that promote a culture of continuous improvement and compliance on construction sites, ensuring a safe environment for all stakeholders thr...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Deliver exceptional project execution by leading complex initiatives from kickoff to completion. Ensure timely delivery, manage resources, and maintain client satisfaction while collaborating across t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $125K *

Transform construction operations by leveraging your expertise as a leader overseeing site activities, ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to schedules while collaborating with various stakeholder...

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

$90K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence and compliance in transportation, ensuring safety and efficiency. Oversee vehicle maintenance, manage staff, and foster collaboration with clients and team members to achi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $95K *

Drive transportation excellence by ensuring compliance and safety while managing maintenance and training activities. Lead a skilled team and optimize operations to deliver top-tier service and effici...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $95K *

Lead the charge in transportation management by ensuring compliance, safety, and high standards in vehicle maintenance while fostering team growth and client relationships. Drive operational success t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Accelerate the success of a multifamily community through strategic property management, overseeing leasing, operations, and staff to achieve financial and customer service goals in a fast-paced envir...

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

$97K - $170K *

Transform client experiences by leading complex migrations, ensuring seamless transitions from legacy systems to innovative solutions while fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders and opt...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $110K *

Optimize the value of multifamily properties by managing facilities projects from assessment through completion, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and contractor performance while collaborating with...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $110K *

Manage diverse facilities projects from assessment to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance. Collaborate with contractors and teams to enhance multifamily community value while addressi...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $110K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional resident care services in Assisted Living and Memory Care. Oversee clinical operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a collaborative environment f...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing daily operations of a commercial property. Oversee budgets, leasing, and tenant relations while ensuring safety and maintenance standards are met. Drive succes...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower teams by leading facilities management across multiple locations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and alignment with standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize operations, manage budget...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform facilities management across multiple locations by leading teams, ensuring safety, and optimizing operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver efficient, cost-effective solutions tha...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading a diverse portfolio of properties. Drive team performance, enhance client relationships, and implement strategic business plans to achieve financial goals and...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing operational and financial performance across multiple properties. Drive team success, maintain client relationships, and execute strategic business plans to achieve compa...

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of electrical safety by leading risk management initiatives, ensuring compliance, and providing expert guidance to project teams. Drive safety training and audits while fostering a cu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $110K *

Help us ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of our property, focusing on asset preservation, tenant relations, and safety compliance while managing budgets and leading a dedicated team to a...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Manage project execution from inception to completion, ensuring quality, timeline, and budget adherence while building essential relationships within the team and clients to drive project success...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $205K *

Champion the integration of cost, schedule, and risk management for large-scale heavy civil infrastructure projects, ensuring accurate forecasting and performance reporting while collaborating across...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$175K - $225K *

Lead the charge in preconstruction activities, ensuring integrity and efficiency while driving project success through effective budgeting, estimating, and business development strategies. Collaborate...

1 week ago

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

$175K - $225K *

Drive preconstruction excellence by leading estimating, planning, and business development efforts. Ensure project success through effective budgeting, communication, and resource management while fos...

1 week ago

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

$145K - $150K *

Champion operational excellence in affordable housing communities, leading multiple sites to optimize performance, ensure compliance, and enhance resident satisfaction while partnering closely with re...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing residential properties, optimizing revenue, and leading a dedicated team. Collaborate with asset management to achieve performance goals while ensuring co...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance project execution and delivery reliability. Leverage your expertise in lean construction and collaborative planning to drive improvements across development projects, en...

2 weeks ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Location Manager do?question toggle

    A Location Manager identifies and oversees sites for productions, events, or business operations. Typical work can include site research, negotiations, permits, logistics, budgets, schedules, safety, and stakeholder coordination.

  • What industries hire Location Managers?question toggle

    Location Managers may work in film and television, live events, retail, hospitality, and corporate or facilities operations. Duties and job titles vary across industries.

  • What skills are important for Location Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often seek project management, communication, negotiation, budgeting, and problem-solving skills. Experience with permits, contracts, regulations, safety, or complex site operations may also be useful.

  • Do Location Manager jobs require travel?question toggle

    Travel requirements depend on the employer and role. Production and event positions may involve frequent travel or work across multiple sites, while other roles may be based at a particular location or office. Check each job description for details.

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

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse current listings and review each posting for compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications.