Coterra Energy
Senior Landman- Subsurface/Mineral (New Mexico - Lea & Eddy Counties)
Coterra Energy, Midland, Texas, United States, 79709
Overview
Coterra is hiring a Senior Landman with at least 5 years of subsurface land experience in New Mexico, specifically in Lea and Eddy counties. This role focuses on Federal, State, and fee owned minerals, including lease negotiation, title examination, drilling unit preparation, communitization agreement preparation and land management. Federal and State regulatory compliance experience is required. The successful candidate will support asset development that directly impacts Coterras drilling schedule, leasehold interests, and subsurface land transactions. This position reports to the Land Manager and is located onsite at our Midland, Texas office. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manage all exploration subsurface land matters related to federal, state, and fee minerals within Lea and/or Eddy counties, excluding Production and OBO. Coordinate and maintain compliance with BLM, NMOCD, SLO applications, policies, and procedures. Analyze, negotiate, and manage oil and gas leases, assignments, joint operating agreements, farmouts, and other mineral-related agreements. Conduct and interpret mineral title work, including curative and chain-of-title analysis. Support drilling and development teams by verifying drill site control, drill site readiness, production readiness, and lease and contractual obligations. Monitor lease terms and drilling obligations to ensure timely extensions and rentals. Work to grow the asset via acquisitions, trades; along with SLO and BLM Land Sale. Ensure accurate land and leasehold records are maintained in internal systems. Skills and Experience
Subsurface experience in New Mexico, specifically Lea and Eddy counties. Experience preparing/completing land tasks to effectuate a rig line on a drilling schedule. Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and fee mineral leasing. Experience interpreting title opinions, unit agreements, and spacing regulations. Familiarity with HBP status, lease expiration tracking, and depth severances. Excellent analytical, documentation, and negotiation skills. Education Requirements
Bachelors degree in Energy Management, Land Administration, or related field preferred. RPL or CPL certification is a plus. Years of Experience
Minimum of five (5) years of subsurface land experience in New Mexico. Travel Requirements
10% - 15% travel will be required for mandatory meetings, training, and visits to field locations. Working Conditions and Physical Demand
Work is typically performed indoors in an office environment. Incumbents must be able to perform tasks such as typing, sitting, and standing. When visiting operations worksites, PPE including head protection, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety shoes, and flame-resistant clothing are required. Safety rules including OSHA and DOT requirements are strictly enforced. Employees must be willing to travel and work extended hours with short notice. About Coterra Energy
Coterra is a premier exploration and production company based in Houston, Texas with focused operations in the Permian Basin, Marcellus Shale, and Anadarko Basin. We strive to be a leading energy producer, delivering sustainable returns through the efficient and responsible development of our diversified asset base. EEO-1 Statement
Coterra Energy Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Coterra is hiring a Senior Landman with at least 5 years of subsurface land experience in New Mexico, specifically in Lea and Eddy counties. This role focuses on Federal, State, and fee owned minerals, including lease negotiation, title examination, drilling unit preparation, communitization agreement preparation and land management. Federal and State regulatory compliance experience is required. The successful candidate will support asset development that directly impacts Coterras drilling schedule, leasehold interests, and subsurface land transactions. This position reports to the Land Manager and is located onsite at our Midland, Texas office. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manage all exploration subsurface land matters related to federal, state, and fee minerals within Lea and/or Eddy counties, excluding Production and OBO. Coordinate and maintain compliance with BLM, NMOCD, SLO applications, policies, and procedures. Analyze, negotiate, and manage oil and gas leases, assignments, joint operating agreements, farmouts, and other mineral-related agreements. Conduct and interpret mineral title work, including curative and chain-of-title analysis. Support drilling and development teams by verifying drill site control, drill site readiness, production readiness, and lease and contractual obligations. Monitor lease terms and drilling obligations to ensure timely extensions and rentals. Work to grow the asset via acquisitions, trades; along with SLO and BLM Land Sale. Ensure accurate land and leasehold records are maintained in internal systems. Skills and Experience
Subsurface experience in New Mexico, specifically Lea and Eddy counties. Experience preparing/completing land tasks to effectuate a rig line on a drilling schedule. Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and fee mineral leasing. Experience interpreting title opinions, unit agreements, and spacing regulations. Familiarity with HBP status, lease expiration tracking, and depth severances. Excellent analytical, documentation, and negotiation skills. Education Requirements
Bachelors degree in Energy Management, Land Administration, or related field preferred. RPL or CPL certification is a plus. Years of Experience
Minimum of five (5) years of subsurface land experience in New Mexico. Travel Requirements
10% - 15% travel will be required for mandatory meetings, training, and visits to field locations. Working Conditions and Physical Demand
Work is typically performed indoors in an office environment. Incumbents must be able to perform tasks such as typing, sitting, and standing. When visiting operations worksites, PPE including head protection, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety shoes, and flame-resistant clothing are required. Safety rules including OSHA and DOT requirements are strictly enforced. Employees must be willing to travel and work extended hours with short notice. About Coterra Energy
Coterra is a premier exploration and production company based in Houston, Texas with focused operations in the Permian Basin, Marcellus Shale, and Anadarko Basin. We strive to be a leading energy producer, delivering sustainable returns through the efficient and responsible development of our diversified asset base. EEO-1 Statement
Coterra Energy Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. #J-18808-Ljbffr