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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Optimize project outcomes by leading cost control, scheduling, and estimating efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure best value for clients while managing risks and fostering strong relatio...
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Lead project controls initiatives, ensuring cost management and schedule adherence while fostering strong client relationships and delivering excellence in the execution of construction projects...
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Lead the charge in project controls by managing costs, schedules, and stakeholder communications effectively while fostering a collaborative team environment for optimal project success...
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Capacity Manager (Facilities Management) - Downers Grover, IL
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Manage a dynamic team to deliver client commitments, ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment. Drive performance, mentor staff, and foster client relationships while identifying growth...
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Manage and lead diverse projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Foster collaboration and continuous improvement while empowering teams to achieve...
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Manager - Real Estate Transactions (Real Estate Development and Facilities)
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Champion the management of real estate transactions, overseeing leasing and acquisitions to meet the health system's space needs. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive strategic initiatives and ensu...
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Maintenance Manager- General/Multi-site
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What does a Location Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.