Technical Program Manager - Data Center Infrastructure

Technical Program Manager - Data Center Infrastructure

Celestica is seeking a Technical Program Manager – Data Center Infrastructure to lead the development and deployment of modular data center (DC) form factors. In this role, you will engage directly with our customers to configure product designs to order and work with cross-functional engineering and delivery teams to see projects through from design to manufacturing, final site assembly, and commissioning. You will use your engineering background, organizational skills, and leadership abilities to define major programs, build schedules, and drive cross-functional accountability. This role requires comfort with ambiguity, a fast-paced environment, and close collaboration with engineers, business executives, and skilled technicians to manage complex, multi-stream projects.

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Program Planning & Execution: Own the end-to-end program lifecycle (WBS, schedules, and deliverables) from kickoff through manufacturing to site commissioning.
• Coordinate project interdependencies, manage risks, and ensure programs meet cost, quality, and schedule targets.
• Customer & Technical Integration: Review and interpret customer specifications to configure custom designs. Serve as the primary technical point of contact, presenting status updates and aligning deliverables with customer expectations and business unit goals.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead global, cross-functional core teams (engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing). Establish governance, drive team accountability, and mentor team members by identifying growth opportunities.
• Financial & Resource Management: Manage program budgets, forecast actuals against plans (labor, materials, and expenses), and optimize resource allocation across projects.
• Process & Strategy Optimization: Proactively identify and remove bottlenecks, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and capture learning to carry on to future projects.

Typical Experience Required:

• 3+ years of relevant project/program management experience.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Microsoft Project) and standard business productivity software (e.g., Google Sheets, Slides, Docs).
• Strong financial acumen, including understanding business planning and profitability metrics (e.g., EBIAT, ROIC).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.