Director, Engineering Program/Project Management

About the role

The Director, Program/Project Management is accountable for planning and directing design engineers and other technical engineers working on specific projects. They manage the development, implementation, and evaluation of complex designs. They are responsible for managing large projects with complex scope, multiple streams of work and inter-dependencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple high visibility programs (multiple projects per program) of high complexity (technology, organizationally) and/or business impact.
• Lead Cross-functional, global core team(s), kick off programs, establish schedules and drive meetings.
• Present to, communicate with and influence segment/LOB business leaders.
• Lead/develop company wide, cross functional or complex process initiatives or business strategy.
• Demonstrate ability to grow cross functional team members by identifying development opportunities and coaching Program Core Team members.
• Recognised expert (go to person) in 3 or more skills associated with PM role. May have industry recognition as an expert. Typically leads Skill Group.
• Present and communicate status to the business leaders and customers.
• Coordinate site-wide deployment efforts.
• Implement change as directed in the product lifecycle process and recommends process improvements.
• Plan the overall program and monitor the progress. Drive the creation, review, approval and update of the Program Plan/WBS including resources.
• Daily program management throughout the program life.
• Drive the program core team to meet or exceed program objectives (Cost, Quality, Schedule, Features, Fulfillment/Continuity of Supply, Solution delivery across products & service offerings, Customer Specific Needs).
• Define program governance (controls).
• Manage the program’s budget. Forecast actuals against plan/quote for income/revenue, cost/labour & expense.
• Manage risks and issues and taking corrective measurements.
• Coordinate the projects and their interdependencies.
• Manage and utilize resources across projects.
• Align the deliverables (outputs) to the program’s “outcome” with the aid of the business change manager.
• Manage the main program documentation, such as the Program Initiation document.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Technical Understanding: Good grasp of accelerated compute and AI technologies.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills.
• Domain Knowledge: Industry-specific knowledge.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication.
• Strategic Thinking: Strategic planning.
• Risk Management: Risk identification and mitigation.
• Team Leadership: Leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Adaptability: Staying updated with latest trends.
• Financial Acumen: Budgeting and financial analysis.

Physical Demands

• Extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
• Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.).

Salary

Salary Range: $162,577-$254,075 Annually

The salary range described in this posting is an estimate by the Company, and may change based on several factors, including by not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting, or the credentials, experience or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate. The stated range includes Base Salary and target Short-Term Incentive (STI) compensation only. A comprehensive benefits package is offered in addition to this range.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Company Overview

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages. Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC): ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions. CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth. Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.