Manager, Construction & Facilities
About AFLALO
AFLALO is a modern luxury house defined by elegance, craftsmanship, and bold femininity. With our Soho studio, upcoming flagship, new atelier / workshop, and expanding portfolio of offices and residential properties, we are seeking a Manager of Construction & Facilities to support our next phase of growth.
This role is hands-on, fast-paced, and ideal for someone who thrives in a founder-led, start-up environment.
Role Summary
The Manager, Construction & Facilities will oversee day-to-day facilities operations and coordinate construction and renovation projects across AFLALO’s portfolio — including the Soho flagship store, office spaces, workshop / atelier, warehouse, and select private properties.
This individual will directly manage vendors, track budgets and schedules, ensure quality standards, and support a seamless, elevated experience across all AFLALO spaces.
This role is tactical, execution-driven, and requires someone who enjoys being in the details while coordinating multiple projects simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities
Construction & Renovations
- Support planning and execution of construction and renovation projects (retail, office, workshop, warehouse, private).
- Serve as the owner’s representative with architects, engineers, general contractors, and consultants.
- Coordinate permitting, inspections, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain project schedules, budgets, punchlists, and documentation.
- Ensure all spaces meet AFLALO’s standard of craftsmanship and finish.
Facilities & Property Management
Oversee daily facilities operations across all properties.Manage service providers (cleaning, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security, waste, etc.).Maintain preventative maintenance programs.Conduct regular property walkthroughs and track repairs and improvements.Manage work orders, emergencies, and escalation paths.Support upkeep of select private / residential properties with discretion and professionalism.Vendor & Budget Oversight
Source, negotiate, and manage contractors and service providers.Maintain vendor performance, SLAs, and quality expectations.Track budgets, change orders, invoices, and overall project financials.Cross-Functional Support
Partner with Operations, Retail, Production, and Leadership teams to align construction and facilities with business needs.Coordinate logistics around openings, installations, moves, and maintenance activities.Ensure all AFLALO environments reflect the brand’s aesthetic and operational standards.Qualifications
5–8+ years of experience in construction project management, facilities management, or owner’s representative roles.Experience with retail, commercial, workshop / industrial, or high-end residential projects.Strong vendor and contractor management skills.Knowledge of NYC permitting, inspections, and building operations is strongly preferred.Hands-on, solutions-oriented, highly organized, and detail-driven.Professional, discreet, and comfortable in evolving, start-up environments.Proficient with project management and collaboration tools (Procore, Asana, Monday, MS Project, or similar).Why Join AFLALO
This is a unique opportunity to help build and maintain the physical foundation of a fast-growing luxury brand. You will contribute to flagship retail, offices, ateliers, and private properties and play a key hands-on role in shaping AFLALO’s next chapter.