Landman
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Job ID#: 35040
Senior Landman – Surface Operations
Direct Hire; up to 200K + bonus
Midland | Houston
The Senior Landman will lead surface land operations in the Permian Basin, serving as a trusted advisor to support company growth. This role reports to the Vice President of Land and is based in Midland or Houston, TX. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and execute advanced surface land operations and agreements
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Negotiate and manage ROWs, easements, surface use and related contracts
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Build and maintain landowner and stakeholder relationships
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Support asset teams with land expertise for construction and commercial projects
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Manage surface title, due diligence, acquisitions/divestitures, and expansion projects
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Collaborate with Legal, Business Development, and internal teams
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Mentor and develop support staff; maintain accurate land records
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Conduct field visits and ensure compliance with company safety policies
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree; 10+ years of Landman experience (in-house preferred)
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Extensive Permian Basin experience, with emphasis on the Delaware Basin
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Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and project management skills
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Ability to work independently in a performance-driven environment
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Proficiency with Quorum ODL (or comparable system), Microsoft Office, and mapping software
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Ability to travel and visit field sites
Preferred Qualifications
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AAPL Certified Professional Landman (CPL)
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E&P small or start-up company experience
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