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The Clinical Infrastructure Planner serves as a key liaison between clinical operations, facilities, vendors, consultants, and project teams to ensure successful space activation and transition ...

The Clinical Infrastructure Planner serves as a key liaison between clinical operations, facilities, vendors, consultants, and project teams to ensure successful space activation and transition ...

The Clinical Infrastructure Planner serves as a key liaison between clinical operations, facilities, vendors, consultants, and project teams to ensure successful space activation and transition ...

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How much do infrastructure planner jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for infrastructure planner in the United States is $69,591.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $81,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an infrastructure planner do?

An Infrastructure Planner is responsible for designing, coordinating, and overseeing the development of essential public systems such as transportation networks, utilities, and communication systems. They assess current and future needs of communities, analyze data, and collaborate with engineers, architects, and government officials to create strategic plans. Their goal is to ensure that infrastructure projects are sustainable, meet regulatory requirements, and support economic growth. Infrastructure Planners play a crucial role in urban development and the efficient functioning of cities and regions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an infrastructure planner, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Infrastructure Planner, you need expertise in urban planning, civil engineering principles, and project management, typically supported by a relevant degree in planning, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with GIS software, CAD tools, and regulatory compliance systems is typically required, and professional certifications like AICP or PE can be advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills set top candidates apart in this role. These competencies ensure infrastructure projects are strategically planned, efficiently executed, and aligned with community needs and regulatory standards.

What are some common challenges infrastructure planners face when balancing project timelines with regulatory requirements?

Infrastructure Planners often navigate complex regulatory landscapes while ensuring projects stay on schedule. Coordinating with multiple agencies, securing permits, and addressing environmental or community concerns can introduce delays. Proactive communication, thorough documentation, and staying updated on local regulations are essential strategies to manage these challenges effectively and keep projects moving forward. Team collaboration and stakeholder engagement play a key role in overcoming obstacles and maintaining realistic timelines.

What is the difference between Infrastructure Planner vs Civil Engineer?

AspectInfrastructure PlannerCivil Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in urban planning, civil engineering, or related field; often certifications in planning or project managementBachelor's degree in civil engineering; licensure or PE certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice-based with site visits; focuses on planning, design, and project coordinationFieldwork and office work; involved in design, construction, and testing of infrastructure
Employer & Industry UsageMunicipalities, urban planning firms, government agenciesConstruction companies, engineering firms, government departments

While both roles involve infrastructure development, Infrastructure Planners primarily focus on planning, designing, and coordinating projects, whereas Civil Engineers are more involved in the technical design, construction, and testing of infrastructure systems. Both roles require related educational backgrounds and often collaborate on projects.

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Infographic showing various Infrastructure Planner job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 91% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,591 per year, or $33.5 per hour.

Clinical Infrastructure Planner

Houston, TX • On-site

MD Anderson
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

$106K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


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Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 172 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is dedicated to eliminating cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research, prevention, and education. Within Ambulatory Logistics & Infrastructure, the Clinical Infrastructure Planner supports activation planning, equipment coordination, move management, and operational readiness activities for clinical spaces impacted by capital and non-capital projects. The Clinical Infrastructure Planner serves as a key liaison between clinical operations, facilities, vendors, consultants, and project teams to ensure successful space activation and transition efforts.
UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Clinical Infrastructure Planner coordinates activities related to medical equipment planning, vendor installation, inventory management, budgeting, contract administration, move coordination, and site decommissioning. The Clinical Infrastructure Planner plays a critical role in transitioning newly completed clinical environments from construction to full operational use while supporting continuity of patient care and clinical operations.
The ideal candidate will possess experience coordinating healthcare, facilities, construction, activation, or transition projects, along with strong organizational, communication, documentation, budgeting, and project coordination skills. Experience supporting medical equipment planning, move management, vendor coordination, contract administration, regulatory compliance activities, and operational readiness initiatives is highly desirable.
Salary range: min $106,500 - mid $133,000 - max $159,500
Why Us?
This role provides the opportunity to directly support UT MD Anderson's mission by ensuring clinical environments are fully prepared, equipped, and operational for the delivery of exceptional patient care. The position offers exposure to multidisciplinary healthcare infrastructure projects, collaboration with a variety of stakeholders, professional development opportunities, and meaningful work that supports both operational excellence and work-life balance.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Key Responsibilities
• Coordination with project team
• Facilitation of Medical equipment installation and support
• Equipment planning coordination
• Move management procurement
• Vendor installation coordination
• Coordinating inventory management
• Scheduling and move coordination
• Transitioning space after construction to operations
• Budgeting and contract management
• Site decommissioning
Related project communications
Medical Equipment/FFE Planning
Work alongside Equipment Planning services either directly with MEQ firm or through A/E for projects. Liaison for overall process for the procurement and installation of equipment, including documenting inventories, review of floor plans, supporting requisition packages. Facilitates and maintains schedule review of specifications, drawings, submittals, and milestones. Liaison between client departments, consultants, regulatory agencies, clinical engineering, and other stakeholders. Coordinate with IT, Clinical Engineering, and asset management on the commissioning and decommissioning of equipment.
Move Coordination/Activation/Deactivation
Facilitates coordination with project team and is primary liaison to clinical partners to communicate of all move coordination and site deactivation strategies and plans. Where needed, provides oversight to the move management vendor. Work may include site inspections, site walks, punch-lists, asset transfers, work orders, safety clearances, regulatory compliance, maintenance of all deactivation and move schedules, tracking of issues and dissemination of communications as required. Work with all stakeholders to coordinate orientation and training for staff and building occupants.
Documentation
Assist with sourcing and contract management including related RFQ/RFP's, ensuring that standards for needs are followed. Works with invoicing allocations and budget tracking reports, and schedules. Document Management including project reports, schedules, space reports, meeting minutes, and project file organization. Is the primary liaison with the clinical team to transition space after construction to full clinical operations.
Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION
  • Required: Bachelor's Degree
  • Preferred: Master's Degree
WORK EXPERIENCE
  • Required: 5 years Healthcare planning, activation or transition experience or related experience to include two years project/program management. or
  • Required: 3 years Healthcare planning, activation or transition experience or related experience to include two years project/program management, with preferred degree.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
  • Requisition ID: 182823
  • Employment Status: Full-Time
  • Employee Status: Regular
  • Work Week: Days
  • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 106,500
  • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 133,000
  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 159,500
  • FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
  • Fund Type: Hard
  • Work Location: Onsite
  • Pivotal Position: Yes
  • Referral Bonus Available?: No
  • Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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