Director of Facilities & Construction
Location : New York City (based in Soho)
About AFLALO
AFLALO is a modern house defined by elegance, opulence, and bold femininity. Alongside our
Soho studio and upcoming flagship, we are expanding our footprint with a new atelier / workshop
and additional retail and office spaces. We are seeking a Director of Facilities & Construction to
oversee both personal and business properties, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on
budget, and to the highest standard of finish.
Role Summary
The Director of Facilities & Construction will manage all ongoing maintenance and capital
projects across AFLALO’s portfolio of properties : high-end residences, the Soho studio, retail
stores, and a new Long Island workshop. This individual will also oversee the upkeep and
service of private homes, ensuring they operate seamlessly and meet the highest standards of
comfort. The role requires excellence in project management, construction oversight, and
estate-level facilities operations delivering every project on time, on budget, and with meticulous
attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
- Construction Oversight → Manage store buildouts, office renovations, factory
- development, and major capital projects (façade, elevator upgrades,
- infrastructure).
- Estate & Property Maintenance → Ensure flawless operation and upkeep of
- prestige properties, coordinating repairs, preventative maintenance, and
- trusted service providers.
- Facilities Management → Oversee daily operations for Soho studio, retail, and
- warehouse spaces; enforce standards of order, discretion, and quality.
- Vendor & Contractor Management → Source, negotiate, and supervise
- architects, engineers, contractors, and household service providers; hold all
- accountable for excellence.
- Budget & Timeline Management → Own project budgets, track progress, and
- deliver work within deadlines and cost parameters.
- Quality Control → Uphold world-class standards in finishes, materials, and
- maintenance.
- Discretion & Confidentiality → Operate seamlessly across personal and
- professional environments with sensitivity and absolute discretion.
- Cross-Functional Support → Partner with Operations, Retail, and Leadership
- to align construction and facilities with business and lifestyle needs.
Qualifications
7–10+ years in construction project management, facilities / estate management, or high-end retail buildouts.Proven record of delivering high-profile projects on time and on budget.Experience managing prestige properties, with a strong understanding of maintenancestandards.Familiarity with permitting, contractors, and trusted service networks.Strong vendor relationships across construction, trades, and estate services.Hands-on, detail-driven, and able to manage both large capital projects and dailyproperty needs.Highly discreet, professional, and comfortable working across private and businessspheres.Why Join AFLALO
This is a unique opportunity to oversee a portfolio that blends private estates and brand-defining spaces from residences to flagship retail and a new workshop. You will be entrusted with both construction and ongoing maintenance, ensuring every property reflects the same elegance, discretion, and uncompromising standards that define AFLALO