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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$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive sales and enhance brand visibility by leading a team of Area Sales Managers. Collaborate with distributor partners to execute strategies across major metropolitan areas, focusing on performance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Lead the maintenance and engineering team for a new pharmaceutical facility, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency while fostering a culture of integrity and collaboration. Drive project exec...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform campus operations by leading a dedicated team in maintaining safety, compliance, and efficiency across a large senior housing and healthcare facility. Drive project management and foster par...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction claims, focusing on high-exposure commercial liability issues. Utilize expertise in CGL and liability strategies to drive timely resolutions while guid...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Champion the daily operations of assisted living communities, ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and financial oversight while leading a dedicated team to enhance service exce...

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the living experience by managing daily operations of luxury residences, ensuring exceptional owner services, financial oversight, and compliance with HOA regulations while fostering strong re...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$83K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing community performance through strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a customer-focused approach. Inspire and develop a diverse team while ensuring reside...

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

$72K - $108K *

Join us to provide high-level administrative support to executives, managing complex calendars, travel, and communications. Your organizational skills will enhance operational effectiveness and ensure...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $95K *

Empower a dynamic team as you oversee operations, enhance resident satisfaction, and drive performance in a thriving apartment community. Lead training, manage budgets, and foster strong relationships...

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

$80K - $85K *

Elevate community living by managing operations, leading staff, and enhancing resident relations. Drive performance through effective marketing strategies and ensure compliance with regulations while...

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

$80K - $90K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in managing apartment community operations, enhancing resident satisfaction, and driving performance through effective training and strategic planning...

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

$85K - $95K *

Engage with us to lead operations at a vibrant apartment community, fostering resident satisfaction and team performance. Drive financial success while managing staff training, budget adherence, and e...

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

$120K - $140K *

Innovate vendor management strategies to enhance performance and compliance in critical environments. Collaborate with teams to optimize vendor relationships, drive accountability, and ensure operatio...

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse surveying projects, balancing office and field tasks. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality results across various market sectors while ensuring compliance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at our job site by overseeing daily operations, managing resources, and ensuring project completion. Collaborate with teams to maintain schedules, resolve issues, and uphold safety...

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

$92K - $110K *

Drive project success by overseeing daily operations, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Collaborate with teams to optimize construction processes and maint...

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career forward by managing a large-scale automotive facility, ensuring efficient operations, compliance, and cost control while leading maintenance and support teams to enhance equipment re...

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  •   5 - 7 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.