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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$108K - $201K *

Partner with us to lead high-impact CAPEX projects in pharmaceutical manufacturing, driving execution from concept to commissioning while ensuring compliance and operational excellence through collabo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $120K *

Elevate property management excellence by leading a dynamic team, enhancing client satisfaction, and driving operational efficiency across a diverse industrial portfolio while maximizing asset value a...

3 days ago

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

$105K - $120K *

Transform property management operations by leading a dynamic team, enhancing client satisfaction, and driving financial performance across an industrial portfolio while ensuring compliance and operat...

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing energy solution projects, ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication, coordination, and timely delivery while maintaining quality and cost objectives acr...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $100K *

Drive impactful facilities projects and initiatives across 800,000 sq. ft. of library space. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance building operations, manage renovations, and ensure effective com...

1 week ago

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

$77K - $90K *

Lead the charge in enhancing patient food operations and environmental services. Drive compliance, mentor teams, and ensure high standards in service delivery across multiple locations while fostering...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee construction projects from inception to completion. Drive project success by coordinating with stakeholders, ensuring compliance, and managing budgets and schedules for...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $170K *

Elevate your career by leading enterprise technology operations, overseeing application development, and driving modernization initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance the Sout...

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

$112K - $140K *

Shape the future of brand growth by leading a dynamic team, managing distributor relationships, and driving market execution to achieve exceptional P&L results and long-term brand value in a competiti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$165K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading integrated facilities management for a pharmaceutical portfolio. Drive operational excellence, manage budgets, and foster strong client relationships while overseeing...

Raynham, MARemote

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

$165K - $185K *

Discover the opportunity to lead integrated facilities management for a pharmaceutical portfolio, overseeing operations, compliance, and financial performance while fostering strong stakeholder relati...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive full-cycle accounting for senior living communities while leading an offshore team. Manage month-end close, financial reporting, and compliance, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in a dynamic env...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $90K *

Elevate maintenance operations by leading a team focused on reliability, safety, and continuous improvement. Utilize data-driven strategies to enhance equipment performance and drive operational excel...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $130K *

Shape the future of workplace experience by leading a dynamic team, enhancing service delivery, and fostering client relationships to ensure exceptional support and operational efficiency...

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

$100K *

Transform wellness operations across communities by providing guidance, oversight, and support. Ensure quality standards are met while fostering collaboration and effective communication among care te...

2 days ago

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

$107K - $177K *

Drive a culture of safety by managing and enhancing safety programs across multiple plants. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance, conduct audits, and mentor safety professionals, aiming fo...

Illinois, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Architect and manage Building Automation System projects from concept to completion, driving departmental growth and ensuring successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects while supporting sales...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $204K *

Lead and oversee a dynamic team of Project Managers and Coordinators to ensure successful execution of a diverse project portfolio, fostering communication and adherence to PMO practices for optimal p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by ensuring safety and compliance across multiple sites. Drive a culture of safety, conduct audits, and provide training to minimize risks and enhance operational efficiency in a d...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $85K *

Partner with us to enhance asset management and work planning, ensuring efficient operations and safety in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise to support a leading online retailer and drive...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$81K - $85K *

Tackle asset management and work planning as a Maintenance Planner, ensuring efficient operations and safety. Collaborate with teams to optimize inventory and enhance processes using EAM software, whi...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the execution of large utility-scale construction projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining quality and safety standards. Collaborate with teams and manage vendor relations...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability and safety while managing a skilled team. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet production goals and enh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Elevate operational excellence by coordinating facilities and engineering support. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure efficient property management, track maintenance, and uphold safety standard...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing facility strategies to ensure operational efficiency and compliance in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, while driving sustainability initiatives and managi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.