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 *

Join a team that inspires architectural innovation and leads project excellence. Oversee project lifecycles, collaborate with diverse teams, and deliver transformative designs while managing schedules...

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion affordable housing by leading a team to manage financing programs, ensuring timely project delivery and compliance while enhancing operational efficiencies. Collaborate across departments to...

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing facility operations across multiple health sites, managing custodial and clerical staff while ensuring compliance with health regulations and effective service delivery i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Oversee and manage facility operations across multiple health locations, ensuring effective maintenance, security, and compliance. Lead custodial and clerical teams while coordinating with contractors...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Optimize facility operations by overseeing custodial and clerical staff, managing maintenance needs, and ensuring compliance with health regulations across multiple locations. Drive efficiency and eff...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team to enhance Army education services, ensuring quality and efficiency in contract performance while managing large-scale projects and fostering collaboration a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$93K - $110K *

Lead facilities operations to ensure a well-maintained environment, aligning services with client goals. Oversee daily management, financials, vendor contracts, and tenant relations while ensuring com...

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence in foundry manufacturing by overseeing production, safety, and quality. Lead teams to achieve strategic goals while ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a cu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by managing a portfolio of 3 Class A residential buildings. Lead operations, enhance tenant satisfaction, and collaborate with ownership and teams to ensure efficient property mana...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Drive excellence in property management by overseeing 3 Class A residential buildings. Lead teams, enhance resident satisfaction, and ensure efficient operations while maintaining strong communication...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful facilities projects. Lead initiatives in site infrastructure, utilities, and equipment installations, ensuring safety and efficiency while collabor...

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

$90K - $130K *

Lead large-scale hyperscale data center construction projects, managing budgets, schedules, and teams across multiple sites. Drive project success through effective planning, procurement, and workforc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing MEP project resources, ensuring seamless coordination and execution throughout the project lifecycle. Oversee subcontractors, review documentation, and drive successful pro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $210K *

Lead large-scale heavy civil infrastructure projects, managing scope, budget, and schedule. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful delivery from planning through construction, while mitigating ri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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Manage community operations and financial processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering exceptional service. Lead a team while fostering relationships with residents and the Board, ad...

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

$78K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving innovative retail construction projects from inception to completion. You'll lead budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder management, ensuring alignment with client goals whi...

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

$78K - $110K *

Advance your career by leading retail construction projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and drive strategic solutions for a premier financial...

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

$78K - $110K *

Lead and manage retail construction projects, ensuring successful execution from inception to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive strategic solutions, and maintain strong client...

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

$80K - $85K *

Empower your career by joining our dynamic team, providing management support through interim leadership in custodial services, customer relations, and program implementation across various locations...

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

$75K - $91K *

Transform the workplace experience by leading facilities operations, ensuring optimal office environments, managing vendor relationships, and overseeing maintenance across multiple locations to suppor...

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing workplace operations and facilities management, ensuring a seamless experience for employees and clients. Oversee vendor relationships, manage budgets, and enhance safety...

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform workplace operations by leading facilities management initiatives, ensuring optimal office environments, and enhancing tenant experiences across multiple locations. Drive strategic vendor re...

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

$120K - $140K *

Oversee comprehensive operations and financial management for assigned portfolios, ensuring top-notch service delivery. Collaborate effectively with leadership teams to foster growth and meet strategi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$77K - $115K *

Join us to lead and optimize sort activities in a dynamic environment. You'll manage a team, drive improvements, and enhance operational outcomes while ensuring safety and efficiency in your assigned...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$93K - $140K *

Drive your career forward by leading maintenance strategies that enhance productivity and safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal facility operations and compliance while dev...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.