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 *

Lead facilities management across multiple locations, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations while driving expansion and renovation projects to support organizational growth and compl...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing facility operations across multiple sites, ensuring safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness while leading projects and managing vendor relationships to s...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Lead the management of commercial construction projects, overseeing budgeting, scheduling, and compliance for timely and quality completion while collaborating with teams and stakeholders throughout a...

1 month ago

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

$130K - $220K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role overseeing project scheduling for diverse construction projects. Lead a team, develop baseline schedules, and ensure timely project execution while collaborating w...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $220K *

Drive project success by overseeing scheduling teams and managing complex construction timelines. Collaborate across departments to ensure timely project delivery while mitigating risks and enhancing...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's navigating complex and catastrophic casualty claims, influencing significant decisions and driving strategic resolutions in a flexible remote or hybrid environment that supports you...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Oversee complex auto and homeowner casualty claims, driving strategy and collaboration with legal teams. Leverage your expertise to influence outcomes, manage litigation, and deliver impactful solutio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team strategically resolving complex casualty claims with minimal oversight. Your expertise will shape significant decisions while collaborating with legal counsel to drive exceptional...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead outpatient therapy operations across two sites, managing experienced teams and ensuring compliance, quality service, and staff development to enhance patient care and organizational efficiency...

3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing construction engineering for Special Systems, ensuring compliance and quality across diverse projects. Collaborate with teams to optimize installation and support project d...

2 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Lead the management of construction engineering for Special Systems, ensuring compliance and quality in telecommunications and electrical safety for diverse projects, from inception to closeout, while...

2 weeks ago

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

$175K - $215K *

Accelerate progress at our Mid-Atlantic property management division by leading strategic growth, enhancing client relationships, and driving operational excellence. This role demands a strong commerc...

1 week ago

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

$175K - $215K *

Lead the charge in strategic growth and operational excellence for property management. Oversee teams, drive business development, and enhance client relationships to maximize real estate investment v...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering top-notch facilities management services. Lead a skilled team, optimize operations, and ensure client satisfaction while managing budgets and enhancing site...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Drive the management of Plant Operations & Maintenance in a healthcare setting. Oversee departmental functions, ensure compliance with regulations, and lead budget preparation while enhancing service...

3 weeks ago

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

$240K - $270K *

Transform facilities and security operations by managing projects, enhancing infrastructure, and leading teams. Collaborate across departments to ensure a safe and efficient workplace while adapting t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $95K *

Shape the future of our hospitality experience by leading a dynamic team, ensuring operational excellence, and driving business growth while fostering a culture of engagement and quality service...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $106K *

Lead high-impact operations by directing material handling and safety protocols. Collaborate with federal partners to ensure compliance and seamless inventory management during high-volume records mov...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Oversee all field operations on FDOT and Turnpike projects, ensuring safety, production, and budget goals are met. Lead a team of Superintendents and coordinate closely with stakeholders for smooth pr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Elevate our maintenance operations by overseeing all aspects of machine and facility upkeep. Lead a dedicated team to ensure production efficiency, safety compliance, and continuous improvement in a d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $150K *

Optimize facility operations by leading a team to manage projects, oversee maintenance, and enhance client relationships across multiple sites, ensuring successful delivery of infrastructure and opera...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading impactful projects in critical infrastructure. Drive timely execution, enhance sustainability, and collaborate with diverse teams to realize project goals while honing y...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of our facilities by leading the setup and management of a new headquarters, ensuring efficient operations and safety for all teams as we grow and innovate in R&D and manufacturing...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team focused on energy efficiency and emissions reduction. Play a key role in budget development, utility billing, and financial management to support NYC's sustainability goals and enh...

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $113K *

Elevate your career by leading interdisciplinary research initiatives, managing projects, and ensuring compliance within a dynamic research environment. Collaborate with faculty and stakeholders to dr...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.