Implementation Manager

Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year.

The Implementation Manager will manage the deployment of mobile imaging units (MRI, CT, PET/CT, LINAC, Etc.) across healthcare sites. In this role, you will plan, coordinate, and execute the full life cycle of mobile imaging deployments. You will drive projects from pre-planning through launch, balancing timelines, budgets, compliance requirements, and stakeholder expectations to deliver critical healthcare services

Project Management:
Lead mobile imaging deployment projects from site assessment through full operational startup. Develop detailed project plans, schedules, resource allocations, and risk management strategies. Coordinate with cross-functional internal teams (Engineering, Operations, Regulatory) and external vendors (transport, construction, utilities). Track project budgets, timelines, milestones, and deliverables with regular reporting to leadership. Apply structured project management processes, including stage-gate approvals, scope control, and change management.

Customer Interaction:
Identify and mitigate risks early; resolve project issues and escapecritical concerns. Ensure all projects meet Building and healthcare regulations Support in site preparation activities as needed. Support in site audits and readiness assessments to ensure regulatory, mechanical, and operational compliance before deployment. Travel to client sites regionally or nationally to support project execution.

Continuous Improvement:
Analyze project performance across deployments to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities. Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing deployment cycle time, controlling costs, and improving quality outcomes. Develop and maintain standardized processes, checklists, templates, and best practices. Facilitate "lessons learned" meetings post-project and implement corrective actions into future deployments. Support to Streamline site preparation, equipment setup, regulatory processing, and client training workflows.

Monitor key project metrics (on-time delivery, budget adherence, client satisfaction) and drive targeted improvement efforts. Other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree.
• 2–5 years of experience in project management for facility operations, industrial deployments, or construction management
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Lean, Stage-Gate)
• Experience coordinating site readiness, equipment installations, and operational startups.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to deadlines and budget constraints.
• Proven ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects in dynamic, high-paced environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., ).
• Technical aptitude for reading site plans, mechanical layouts, and operational checklists.

• International Building Code (IBC) Knowledge.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

At Akumin, we invest in the well-being of our employees, so you can bring your best self to work each day. You can expect to see the following benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Cross training opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA accounts with employer contributions
• 401(k) eligibility with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Defined PTO and sick time programs
• Eligibility for benefits will vary based on role type and hours worked.

Eligibility for benefits will vary based on role type and hours worked.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer, and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal…