Landman - Water Sourcing - PRC Resources

INDUSTRY: Oil & Gas, Water Sourcing, Water Transfer Service Company

LOCATION: Midland, TX

CONTEXT: Seeking a Landman/Water Resource Specialist that has knowledge of Texas permitting requirements, as well as experience negotiating and securing contracts related to oil and gas water resource management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Frequent interaction and coordinate with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), State Land Office (SLO), and private landowners as required to support project requirements.
• Develop and maintain excellent landowner relationships.
• Coordinate with various local, state, and federal regulatory entities as required to support project requirements.
• Acquire and dispose of surface tracts as needed.
• Appraise and negotiate monetary settlements regarding surface damage.
• Apply appropriate company environmental, health and safety policies and principles when performing job duties.
• Manage complaints, and resolve grievances that may arise during surface related business activities.
• Research title and tax records as needed.
  
• Landowner negotiations for temporary access.
• Utilize Google Earth to map potential routes, clients and sources.
• Read and analyze USGS topographic maps.
• Record sales, transfer volumes, and other activities in an organized and efficient manner to meet internal and regulatory requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• 5+ years of relevant experience as a surface landman, right of way agent, or similar role.
• Water resource education, related field experience or landman background.
• 1-2 years of experience in water related operations.
• Proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work well with peers, surface owners, governmental entities, and other inside and outside stakeholders.
• Ability to anticipate project needs and proactively meet them.
• Strong organization, task prioritizing, and record keeping skills/habits.
• Advanced knowledge of Surface Use, Water Use, and Easement agreements.
• Ability to understand and analyze contract provisions.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.