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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Manage facility infrastructure and building systems efficiently, ensuring compliance and safety. Supervise engineering and maintenance teams, oversee projects, and maintain operational excellence acro...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K *

Lead the charge in managing facility infrastructure and building systems, ensuring safety and efficiency. Supervise maintenance teams, oversee projects, and ensure compliance with regulations while en...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K *

Unlock potential by managing facility infrastructure and building systems efficiently. Supervise engineering and maintenance teams, ensuring compliance with regulations while enhancing operational per...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $165K *

Pioneer the construction process as a senior leader, ensuring project goals are met safely, on time, and within budget while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders...

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project outcomes by managing all phases of architectural projects. Collaborate with teams, ensure financial performance, and maintain client relationships while integrating sustainable design...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion the planning and execution of diverse construction projects, ensuring successful completion through effective coordination, budgeting, and stakeholder collaboration across all project phases...

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

$80K - $95K *

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

$90K - $105K *

Oversee and manage facilities operations, project planning, and budget management, ensuring compliance and optimal functionality of facilities to support high-quality services in a behavioral health e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by managing facilities planning and project execution. Lead initiatives to optimize space utilization, oversee maintenance, and ensure project success through effective communicati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $145K *

Optimize regional performance by driving sales, managing operations, and coaching District Managers. Ensure new store readiness and improve underperforming locations while implementing standards and f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $145K *

Empower regional performance by translating business objectives into actionable plans, driving sales and operational excellence through effective leadership and strategic oversight of District Manager...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Advance client success by serving as a strategic IT advisor, building strong relationships, and ensuring exceptional service delivery. Elevate client satisfaction through proactive engagement and effe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the facilities management landscape by leading a national team to optimize standards, enhance operational performance, and drive capital projects across 100+ locations, ensuring exceptional...

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading operational onboarding for new acquisitions and developments. This role blends project management with hands-on field assessments, driving accountability and ensuring...

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

$100K - $172K *

Optimize procurement strategies and supplier relationships to enhance supply chain efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive localization, sustainability, and complian...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Join a team that's building a new manufacturing facility by leading site-level procurement, establishing processes, and collaborating across functions to ensure successful capital project execution in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with customers and sales teams to engineer and deliver custom vehicle projects. Take charge of specifications, pricing, and seamless project coordination while ensuri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Drive excellence in facility operations by leading a skilled team, ensuring optimal maintenance and service across complex systems, and supporting a culture of reliability and cost control in a federa...

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

$120K - $130K *

Manage construction projects for new builds and remodels, overseeing vendors and maintaining quality standards while ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets. Foster collaboration with stakeh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to environmental excellence and project success. As a Project Manager, you'll lead diverse projects, mentor talent, and drive business development, all while fostering a c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Pioneer innovative housing strategies and partnerships to enhance youth access, retention, and housing outcomes within diverse support programs. Leverage industry expertise to navigate complex landlor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee MEP systems from design to installation, ensuring project alignment with client goals. Lead and develop staff while managing budgets, quality, and safety throughout the...

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

$90K - $150K *

Join a team that's pivotal in managing complex heavy civil infrastructure projects. You'll oversee construction documentation, ensuring compliance and accuracy while supporting decision-making process...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$70K - $90K *

Engage and lead a dynamic team to optimize safety, quality, and performance in a fast-paced warehouse environment, ensuring timely delivery and exceptional customer satisfaction while fostering a cult...

1 week ago

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

$106K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing design and construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate with affiliates and oversee project controls for small to moderate complexity i...

1 week 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.