Data Collection Planning & Execution

Lead end-to-end field data collection operations, ensuring timely and high-quality capture of real-world human activities across diverse environments (supermarkets, retail stores, butcher shops, restaurants, warehouses, offices, public spaces).
Develop daily collection schedules, location plans, and task assignments for field executives to meet project timelines and dataset coverage requirements.
Oversee participant recruitment strategies, ensuring informed consent, privacy compliance, and worker safety during video capture.
Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation plans for field operations.
Establish real-time quality assurance checks to ensure data integrity during collection.

Field Team Management

Manage, coach, and support field executives responsible for capturing first-person (egocentric) and environment-based video datasets.
Conduct regular training sessions on camera handling, capture techniques, safety protocols, participant instructions, and quality standards.
Foster strong relationships with participants and local stakeholders to build trust and ensure smooth collaboration.
Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and address issues promptly.
Implement motivational strategies such as recognition programs, clear career paths, and fair compensation schemes.
Handle conflict resolution and escalate field-level challenges when necessary.

Operational Coordination

Coordinate with AI data operations teams, client stakeholders, and internal project managers to align collection activities with evolving project requirements.
Manage logistics, equipment availability, permissions, and site readiness for successful field operations.
Ensure compliance with local labor laws, workplace safety standards, and data protection regulations.
Oversee project budgets, track expenses, and implement cost-control measures.
Develop contingency plans for technical or logistical disruptions, including equipment failures and connectivity issues.

Participant Engagement & Consent

Oversee the engagement with workers (butchers, waiters, cleaners, etc.) to explain project objectives and build trust.
Manage informed consent processes, ensuring participants understand privacy safeguards and data usage.
Address participant concerns proactively and provide clear communication channels for feedback.

Quality Assurance & Data Integrity

Implement real-time QA checks during field capture to minimize unusable data.
Establish audit processes to verify dataset accuracy and completeness.
Collaborate with technical teams to design rubrics and validation workflows tailored to egocentric video datasets.

Risk & Compliance Management

Identify and mitigate risks related to worker safety, privacy, and site operations.
Ensure adherence to local data protection laws, and ethical standards in wearable-camera projects.
Maintain incident response protocols and document compliance measures.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

Provide regular updates to stakeholders on progress, challenges, and solutions.
Use feedback loops from clients, participants, and field teams to refine processes.
Document lessons learned and propose improvements for future projects.

Project Manager - Robotics Data Collection