**A Day In the Life:**

The primary mission of the Director, Planning and Design function is to oversee the managing of the planning and design for all airport construction projects across North America. This role is designed to work closely with stakeholders across North America on planning and design for all RAC projects

**What You'll Do:**

The Director, Planning and Design will provide overall management of planning and design for all RAC projects in North America.

The Director, Planning and Design will bid and will hire architects, designers, and engineers to ensure completion of projects.

The Director, Planning and Design will manage and oversee the complete design process for all construction projects to permit and will also direct the final design of all facilities

The Director, Planning and Design will organize and direct activities of design team and coordinate with construction on timelines.

Key stakeholders will include but are not limited to Hertz Operations, Architects and Engineers, Airport Authorities, RAC, Legal, Properties and Concessions and Construction Project Managers.

Manage and lead a team of Design Managers.

**What We're Looking For:**

Educational Background:

Bachelor’s degree in architecture or engineering requested. Advanced degree preferred.

Professional Experience:

Minimum of 10 years’ experience as a Director or Project Manager level as an owner’s representative of a major travel industry corporation.

Knowledge and skills:

Knowledge of Construction practices and terminology

Comprehensive knowledge of practices and ability to use in complex situations

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, standards regulation, and ordinances

Building codes background

Proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel

Proficient in Lotus Notes

Sage Timberline knowledge/background

Able to manage design staff and external vendors

Works within all defined timelines

Ability to use independent judgement in routine and non-routine situations

Ability to communicate effectively both oral and written

Proven leadership and management skills and change agent initiatives.

**What You'll get:**

+ Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental

+ Paid Time Off

+ Medical, Dental & Vision plan options

+ Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching

+ Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance

+ Employee Assistance Program for employees & family

+ Educational Reimbursement & Discounts

+ Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness

+ Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more

The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.

**US EEO STATEMENT**

At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our culture – and our success and reputation as a company.

Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics that make them unique.

EOE, including disability/veteran