.Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:- Work closely with IT business partners to ensure delivery of projects meet the approved scope/cost/schedule/quality for the project- Develop project plans; determine resource requirements and project deliverables; monitor project phases; and prioritize issues and assignments for the project team- Performs risk identification and mitigation activities, escalating unresolved issues to the Project team and business partners and where applicable, to the Executive and/or Steering Committee to secure their timely decisions/support- Provides effective and timely communication including status reporting, continual risk/issue assessment/management and escalation, and resolution of issues as they arise- Facilitates project governance and project gating for projects- Develop strong and effective working relationships with key areas within the company to ensure initiatives are successfully communicated and managed- Conduct communications with a high level of interpersonal and negotiation skills- Creates a positive work environment and ensures optimal individual and team performance by clearly identifying and getting agreement on project objectives, providing recognition and feedback, and motivating project team members- Supports the consolidation of project information for project summary review and analysis. Provides project planning support for project gating. Gathers information and provides project management metrics on IT projects**Knowledge/Skills/Competencies**:- Demonstrated success and a proven track record in managing multiple projects or delivering medium-scale projects ($200K to $1M, 3 to 9 months duration with medium risk and medium complexity)- Experienced in managing projects with 10 to 25 team members- Experienced in managing project deliverables of at least 2 third party vendors- Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills- Detail oriented- Expertise in conflict/problem resolution- Excellent project analysis, planning skills, project management skills- Change management skills- Strong customer focused orientation- Demonstrated ability to influence all levels of management and people across divisions to accomplish project objectives**Physical Demands**:Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.Duties may require 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.) are frequently required.Occasional overnight travel is required.**Typical Experience**:7 to 10 years of project management experience**Typical Education**:Post-secondary education or University degree in one of the following: ComputerProject Management Certification is an assetEducational requirements may vary by geography.**Notes**:Celestica is an equal opportunity employer