Senior Project Manager, Robotics

About Certis

Certis is a leading outsourced services partner that designs, builds, and operates smart, integrated solutions across security, facilities management, and customer experience. Headquartered in Singapore with a growing presence in Australia and Qatar, we harness the power of technology from AI to Robotics, to deliver critical services that protect lives and enable communities to thrive. If you're ready to build the future, your journey starts here with us.

Life at Certis

• Power a Smarter, Safer World with Tech: We build purposeful solutions that serve, protect, and empower—driven by trust, powered by people.
• Shape the Future: Take charge of your development and offering diverse opportunities across roles, borders, and technologies. Work alongside leaders who invest in your potential, and a culture that will take you further.
• Where Purpose Meets Possibility: From safeguarding communities to shaping smarter, more sustainable futures, we’re committed to creating long-term value, not just for our customers, but for society and the environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

As Senior Project Manager, Robotics, you will be instrumental in delivering complex robotics initiatives with precision, safety, and operational excellence. You will manage multidisciplinary teams across engineering, software, and operations to execute projects from concept to deployment, ensuring all deliverables meet client requirements, regulatory standards, and industry best practices. This role is pivotal to Certis’ strategy to expand its robotics footprint across high-value contracts and government-linked tenders in Singapore and beyond.

What You’ll Do

• Lead end-to-end delivery of robotics projects, ensuring scope, timelines, budgets, and quality targets are met.
• Act as the primary client interface, providing assurance through structured governance, clear reporting, and proactive communication.
• Oversee all project documentation, testing protocols, risk assessments, and compliance activities, ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate internal engineering teams, subcontractors, and technology partners to ensure seamless integration of robotics systems into operational environments.
• Support tender preparation and project proposals with technical, scheduling, and cost insights.
• Manage overseas proof-of-concept (POC) and deployment projects, maintaining consistency in quality, documentation, and operational standards.
• Track and report project performance to senior management, identifying risks and driving mitigation strategies.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Robotics, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• 8–10 years of experience managing large-scale robotics, automation, or advanced technology projects.
• Strong expertise in project governance, documentation, testing, compliance, and risk management.
• Experience working with government, enterprise, or high-security clients.
• Solid understanding of robotics systems, AI, IoT, or autonomous platforms in operational environments.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Recognition & Reward

• Be part of a purpose-driven, values-led workplace that fosters collaboration, respect, and a culture of continuous growth.
• Enjoy a competitive remuneration package with performance-based incentives and eligibility for annual bonuses.
• Benefit from comprehensive medical and dental coverage, along with holistic wellness initiatives and dedicated mental health support.