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How much do environment analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for environment analyst in Virginia is $72,633.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $86,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Environment Analysts?

Environment Analysts are professionals who assess environmental data, conduct research, and analyze the effects of human activities on the environment. They help organizations comply with environmental regulations, evaluate environmental risks, and recommend sustainable practices. Their work often involves field studies, lab analysis, and preparing reports to guide policy or corporate decisions. Environment Analysts play a crucial role in promoting environmental protection and sustainability.

What is the difference between Environment Analyst vs Environmental Technician?

AspectEnvironment AnalystEnvironmental Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in environmental science or related field; certifications like Certified Environmental Analyst (CEA) are commonAssociate's or bachelor's degree in environmental technology or related field; certifications like OSHA or EPA are common
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, fieldwork for data collection, environmental impact assessmentsFieldwork-focused, sampling, testing, and monitoring environmental conditions
Employer & Industry UsageConsulting firms, government agencies, environmental organizationsEnvironmental service companies, government agencies, industrial sites

Environment Analysts typically hold a higher level of education and focus on analyzing environmental data, policy development, and reporting. Environmental Technicians often perform field sampling and testing tasks. Both roles are essential in environmental management but differ mainly in responsibilities and qualifications.

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

To thrive as an Environment Analyst, you need a solid background in environmental science, data analysis, and report writing, often supported by a degree in environmental studies or a related field. Familiarity with GIS software, statistical analysis tools, and relevant regulatory frameworks is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help set professionals apart in this role. These skills are crucial for accurately assessing environmental impacts, ensuring regulatory compliance, and conveying complex findings to stakeholders.

What are some common challenges Environment Analysts face when working with cross-functional teams?

Environment Analysts often collaborate with departments such as engineering, compliance, and operations to assess and mitigate environmental impacts. A common challenge is translating complex environmental data into actionable insights for team members with varying levels of environmental expertise. Effective communication and adaptability are crucial for ensuring all stakeholders understand regulatory requirements and sustainability goals. Building strong working relationships and clearly defining roles can help facilitate smoother collaboration and successful project outcomes.
Infographic showing various Environment Analyst job openings in Virginia as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,633 per year, or $34.9 per hour.

Environmental Permitting Analyst

Tcenergy

Strasburg, VA

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

Determined, imaginative, curious-if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you!

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

The Opportunity

Our Environmental Planning and Permitting team is seeking an Environmental Permitting Analyst to support the development and execution of major infrastructure initiatives, including new pipeline construction, looping, compressor stations, and system expansions.

The Analyst will serve as a key technical resource for project teams, regulatory leadership, and legal counsel, with particular emphasis on NEPA compliance in support of FERC Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity, federal and state permitting strategy, and agency coordination for complex, multi-state projects. This individual has the proven skills, competencies and capacity to manage multiple large projects in various phases of development and geographic locations from pre-routing/siting phase into construction compliance phase.

What You'll Do

  • Lead and manage environmental permitting strategy for natural gas projects from early development through construction.
  • Serve as an environmental subject-matter expert on projects requiring FERC authorization under Section 7 of the Natural Gas Act and NEPA review.
  • Partner with legal counsel, project management, engineering, and construction teams to support regulatory strategy, risk management, and defensible permitting outcomes.
  • Develop and manage integrated permitting schedules, budgets, and scopes aligned with FERC certificates, permit timelines, construction sequencing, and capital delivery milestones
  • Oversee environmental field investigations, resource surveys, and monitoring programs, including management of consultants, contractors, and technical deliverables.
  • Coordinate preparation and review of environmental resource reports and technical inputs supporting FERC applications and data requests.
  • Lead permitting and agency coordination and support negotiations of permit conditions and compliance requirements under applicable federal and state programs, including CWA Sections 404 and 401, ESA Section 7, NHPA Section 106, and Rivers and Harbors Act Sections 10 and 408.
  • Represent the company at agency meetings, public hearings, and community engagements, effectively communicating environmental requirements and project commitments.
  • Track and manage environmental conditions and commitments associated with FERC certificates and agency permits.
  • Support post-certificate compliance and construction-phase environmental coordination.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resources Planning, or related field.
  • Seven or more years of experience supporting environmental permitting or compliance for interstate natural gas or linear infrastructure projects.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting FERC-regulated projects, including NEPA review and certificate proceedings.
  • Strong working knowledge of NGA, NEPA, CWA, ESA, and NHPA requirements.
  • Experience coordinating with federal and state agencies on complex permitting efforts.
  • Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical guidance for engineering and construction teams.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple high-profile capital projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience serving as an environmental lead on large-diameter pipeline projects.
  • Previous experience solving complex regulatory, permitting and compliance issues for major pipeline infrastructure and construction projects.
  • Expertise in assessing policy and regulatory issues to support development of corporate reporting and policy positions
  • Master's degree in related discipline.

This position requires candidates to:

  • Travel to project locations, agency inspections, and other field office locations within TC Energy's US Natural Gas footprint requiring overnight stays (estimated up to 20% of work schedule)
  • Have current, valid authorization to travel internationally (including but not limited to Canada, US and Mexico)
  • Successfully complete pre-employment medical screening including drug and alcohol testing
  • Have and maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract (record) for review

To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs-moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at careers@tcenergy.com for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

Learn more

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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.