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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Unlock your potential by overseeing redevelopment projects in senior housing. Manage budgets, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure project success while traveling within Northern California. This...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$63K - $111K *

Manage day-to-day Facilities operations to ensure a safe, welcoming, and efficient workplace. Collaborate with teams and vendors to enhance employee experience, maintain standards, and support sustain...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in multi-family property management. Oversee a diverse portfolio, drive operational performance, and implement turnaround strategies while fostering strong r...

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

$90K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing multifamily communities, enhancing performance, and implementing turnaround strategies. Collaborate with teams to achieve financial goals and ensure resident...

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

$103K - $118K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing maintenance teams, ensuring efficient equipment performance, and implementing safety protocols. Collaborate with vendors and manage budgets to enhance servic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$112K - $140K *

Lead the charge in optimizing maintenance operations, ensuring safety and compliance while managing a skilled team. Drive efficiency through preventive maintenance and budget management, fostering a c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $105K *

Shape the future of property management by overseeing financial performance, leading teams, and enhancing resident satisfaction across a diverse portfolio. Drive operational excellence and strategic g...

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

$81K - $98K *

Champion efficient building operations across 30 locations, enhancing customer service and resource allocation while collaborating with support departments to ensure quality and effectiveness in Denve...

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

$130K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading multifamily properties, driving financial performance, and enhancing resident satisfaction. Partner with diverse teams to implement strategies that foster operational ex...

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

$74K - $89K *

Support day-to-day facilities operations by coordinating vendors, overseeing maintenance, and ensuring a positive client experience in a corporate office environment. Engage with stakeholders to maint...

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

$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by supporting facility operations and maintenance, ensuring quality service delivery, managing vendor relationships, and assisting in budget preparation while fostering client satisfa...

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead manufacturing operations, driving safety, quality, and efficiency while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and team development in a fast-paced environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing maintenance operations across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with standards and laws. Oversee team development, vendor relationships, and service performance to delive...

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

$115K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales and enhancing client experiences. As a key leader, you'll manage operations, coach your team, and implement strategies to achieve performance goals in a d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career by leading facility service operations, managing budgets, and enhancing client satisfaction while overseeing diverse trades and fostering a positive workplace culture...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Empower operational excellence across a diverse property portfolio. Drive team performance, enhance client relationships, and execute strategic business plans while ensuring financial growth and compl...

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

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by overseeing operational and financial performance across multiple properties. Drive team success, maintain client relationships, and execute strategic business plans to achieve c...

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by overseeing operational and financial performance across multiple properties. Drive team success, maintain client relationships, and implement strategic business plans to achieve...

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform property management by driving operational success across multiple sites. Foster team growth, enhance client relations, and implement strategic business plans to ensure financial performance...

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the management of facility projects, ensuring life safety compliance and documentation. Oversee planning, implementation, and testing while supporting strategic goals and fostering collaboration...

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

$79K - $85K *

Shape the future of laboratory asset management by overseeing the entire lifecycle of lab equipment, ensuring accurate data entry, and facilitating communication between research staff and vendors to...

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

$90K - $128K *

Champion operational excellence by leading transportation initiatives that enhance service, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impact. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery and resolv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing mechanical and electrical system installations, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to quality specifications through effective team collaboration a...

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

$157K - $192K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in airport property management, overseeing complex negotiations and development projects while ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a collab...

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing commercial construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while collaborating with diverse project teams and stakeho...

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

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.