Director of Facilities

Company: Blue Castle Agency
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Director of Facilities New York, NY (Manhattan & Bronx Portfolio) ? $140,000 – $160,000 / year OVERVIEW A mission-driven organization is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Facilities to oversee a large, complex portfolio of 2,400 units across 32 properties throughout Manhattan and the Bronx. This portfolio includes a mix of affordable, senior (55), SRO, and multifamily housing , with assets ranging from small 3–5 unit buildings to larger communities of 200 units , including walk-ups, brownstones, mid-large apartment buildings and mixed-use assets. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on oversight, compliance, team development, and long-term capital planning, not day-to-day maintenance. The ideal candidate brings deep NYC experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to lead through complexity while supporting a growing portfolio that includes active rehabs and new construction projects . WHAT YOU’LL DO Oversee facilities operations across a 32-building, 2,400 unit portfolio Lead and support a team of Facilities Managers across multiple sites Ensure portfolio-wide compliance with NYC agencies including HPD, DOB, DEP, and FDNY Develop and execute preventative maintenance and capital improvement strategies Oversee vendor relationships, contracts, and performance standards Conduct site audits to ensure quality, safety, and operational consistency Identify issues proactively and implement scalable solutions across properties Support budgeting, capital planning, and cost control initiatives Partner with leadership on gut rehab and new construction projects Serve as the escalation point for complex facilities and infrastructure issues Establish best practices, SOPs, and training across the facilities team WHY YOU MATTER This role is critical to maintaining and improving a diverse and aging housing portfolio that serves vulnerable populations. Your leadership ensures buildings remain safe, compliant, and well-maintained while positioning the organization for continued growth and modernization. WHAT IT TAKES 10–15 years of facilities or property maintenance leadership experience Extensive experience with NYC building systems and pre-war properties Strong knowledge of NYC regulatory agencies and Local Laws (LL97, LL11, etc.) Proven ability to manage large, multi-site portfolios Experience overseeing vendors, contracts, and capital projects Strong leadership, training, and team development skills Ability to operate at a strategic level while solving complex building challenges ? IDEAL CANDIDATE TRAITS Deep understanding of older NYC buildings and infrastructure Proactive and solutions-oriented (“sees problems before they happen”) Strong auditor and team mentor—not just a doer Skilled negotiator with vendors and contractors Calm, steady leader who can manage high-level escalations High integrity and accountability THE PERKS! $140,000 – $160,000 annual salary Medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance Generous PTO (vacation, sick, and holidays) Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, transit, childcare) 403(b) retirement plan Opportunity to lead a large, mission-driven NYC portfolio with growth and development projects underway

Keywords: Blue Castle Agency, Cherry Hill , Director of Facilities, Construction , New York City, New Jersey