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 *

Champion the future of service planning by coordinating production schedules, managing inventory, and collaborating across teams to ensure efficient fulfillment and customer satisfaction in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional project outcomes while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. Empower teams to thrive and enhance client experiences through innovative project m...

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering successful construction projects. As a Project Manager, you'll oversee all phases of project execution, ensuring completion on time and within budget, while...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in student facilities management, overseeing maintenance, compliance, budgeting, and vendor partnerships to maintain high standards across multiple locations while ensuring the safety...

1 month ago

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

$116K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence as you oversee facilities management across multiple communities. Lead a skilled team, ensure compliance with safety standards, and enhance customer service while managing...

2 days ago

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

$116K - $120K *

Oversee daily operations and maintenance functions across multiple communities, ensuring compliance with safety standards and legal requirements. Manage contractor negotiations and foster a high-perfo...

2 days ago

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

$70K - $90K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance safety, quality, and performance while ensuring timely customer deliveries. Collaborate with support teams to meet business objectives and foster a motivated workforce i...

4 days ago

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

$105K - $115K *

Optimize document management and credentialing processes to ensure compliance and quality across departments. Lead initiatives for controlled content governance and maintain audit-ready records while...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead AV projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering client relationships and managing resources effectively for optimal project outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $125K *

Take ownership of critical facility operations, ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency. Lead a team in maintenance, vendor management, and emergency response while optimizing system performance a...

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $125K *

Lead the charge in managing critical facility operations, ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency. Oversee maintenance, vendor relations, and emergency responses while fostering a skilled team to...

2 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Shape your career by leading critical facility operations, ensuring optimal performance and compliance of data center systems. Oversee engineering teams, manage preventive maintenance, and enhance cli...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $117K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing energy strategies and operations. You will manage the Central Energy Plant, mentor staff, and ensure efficient facility operations while implementing best pr...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $195K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional engineering services for critical environments. Oversee operations, ensure compliance, and foster client relationships while driving financial su...

1 week ago

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

$175K - $195K *

Engage with us to lead critical engineering services for a major account. Oversee compliance, manage client relationships, and ensure operational excellence while driving financial performance and str...

1 week ago

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

$105K - $115K *

Lead the execution of complex construction projects within a vital agency, ensuring safety and compliance while managing resources and timelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance facilities th...

4 days ago

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

$105K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction projects for facilities serving vulnerable populations. Oversee repairs, maintenance, and capital upgrades while ensuring compliance with safety regula...

4 days ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Drive impactful cost consulting services on diverse construction projects, collaborating with clients and teams to ensure project success. Enhance your expertise while managing high-profile developmen...

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2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $115K *

Elevate facility management excellence by coordinating projects, managing operations, and collaborating with teams to optimize the Flex Ten Wall modular laboratory system. Ensure timely completion whi...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading operational excellence across a multi-state region. Drive safety, financial performance, and customer satisfaction while developing leadership capabilities and fostering a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead operational excellence across a multi-state region, driving safety, financial performance, and customer satisfaction while developing leadership capabilities and ensuring compliance with company...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Transform operations by leading a multi-state region, driving excellence in safety, financial performance, and customer satisfaction while developing talent and ensuring compliance with company standa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Advance operational excellence by leading multi-state teams, ensuring safety compliance, and driving financial performance while fostering strong customer relationships and developing leadership capab...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Join to enhance security protocols and manage teams ensuring safety for employees and tenants. You'll collaborate on strategy and oversee operations, including emergency responses, across portfolio pr...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $105K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse commercial construction projects. Lead teams, oversee budgets, and ensure project success while fostering client relationships and upholding company values in a...

1 week 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.