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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$100K - $120K *

Elevate the standard of pediatric care by leading operations in a non-profit facility, ensuring compliance, financial health, and a nurturing environment for children with complex medical needs while...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate customer relationships by managing account health, driving revenue growth, and executing sales strategies. Leverage your expertise in consultative selling and strategic planning to expand exis...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of environmental planning, leading complex energy projects while managing teams and client relationships. Drive compliance with CEQA and NEPA regulations, contribu...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive comprehensive homelessness prevention initiatives by collaborating with community partners and overseeing support programs, ensuring effective case management and adherence to contractual goals...

1 month ago

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

$148K - $205K *

Join a team that's redefining occupancy planning by delivering strategic solutions and fostering strong client relationships. This role combines hands-on execution with leadership to enhance team capa...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion diversity and inclusion by leading recruitment efforts, managing a dynamic team, and fostering community partnerships to enhance equitable hiring practices across diverse NYC populations...

3 weeks ago

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

$103K *

Lead the oversight of maintenance for up to 150 locations, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with operations to enhance facility performance while managing budgets and resources effectiv...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$103K *

Optimize facility operations by overseeing maintenance for up to 150 locations. Collaborate with leadership, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with safety standards while fostering positive relati...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Lead and inspire teams by overseeing MEP systems from design to installation, ensuring project alignment with client goals. Manage procurement, budgets, and safety while fostering relationships with s...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of energy projects by leading environmental planning and compliance efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to prepare essential documents, manage client relationships, and drive busi...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform project outcomes by leveraging scheduling expertise and collaboration. Support multiple electric utility projects by developing, maintaining, and analyzing complex schedules while ensuring a...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $164K *

Empower a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional care, ensuring operational excellence and fostering a collaborative culture while aligning with strategic goals and managing site performance ef...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $164K *

Transform operations and culture by leading a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional care, ensuring clinical excellence and strategic alignment while fostering a collaborative environment that...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to lead CAD governance activities, drive spatial data management, and oversee complex projects across multiple regions. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, implement advanced standa...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales role focused on converting leads, building client relationships, and driving revenue growth through consultative selling and collaboration with internal teams...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform project management by overseeing construction from inception to completion, ensuring financial accuracy, client communication, and adherence to timelines. Collaborate with teams to deliver h...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Oversee the comprehensive management of construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring financial accuracy, client communication, and adherence to schedules and safety standards while fos...

1 week ago

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

$104K - $114K *

Optimize operational excellence and financial growth as a strategic leader, driving guest satisfaction and innovative dining solutions across multiple locations while fostering a culture of safety and...

1 week ago

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

$104K - $114K *

Accelerate operational excellence as a strategic leader, driving P&L ownership and enhancing guest satisfaction across diverse dining environments. Collaborate with teams to innovate and optimize work...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Transform operations as a General Manager, leading day-to-day activities, managing budgets, and ensuring exceptional food quality and customer service while fostering strong team dynamics and client r...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading diverse foodservice operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and driving financial performance. Collaborate with teams to innovate menus and foster a culture...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $110K *

Oversee the efficient management of multiple dining service departments, ensuring financial goals are met while delivering exceptional service to residents and customers. Lead a diverse team and maint...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $120K *

Elevate guest experiences by leading a premier hospitality operation, overseeing diverse dining and event services while fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. Drive financial performanc...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to transforming school facilities management. You will oversee maintenance operations, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with safety standards, while mentoring a team...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading landscape architecture projects, overseeing design and permitting processes, and managing a collaborative team to create innovative urban spaces and sustainable environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.