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Paramount Field Services, LLC

Contract - In House NM HBP Landman

Paramount Field Services, LLC, Santa Fe, New Mexico, us, 87503

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Senior Landman – Held by Production (HBP) – New Mexico

Location:

New Mexico

(MUST live in Santa Fe or within 3.5 hours) Department:

Land / Title Employment Type:

Full-Time Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced

Landman

with strong

Held by Production (HBP)

expertise and in-depth knowledge of

New Mexico oil and gas operations . The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in title research, lease maintenance, ownership verification, and negotiations with mineral and working interest owners. This position requires a high level of technical skill, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex HBP acreage and leasehold positions efficiently. Key Responsibilities

Analyze and interpret

HBP leasehold positions

to ensure compliance with lease terms and operational requirements. Conduct

title research and ownership verification

through public records, courthouses, and state databases. Review and prepare

chain of title, division orders, and lease agreements . Work closely with internal teams (land administration, legal, operations, and accounting) to support ongoing drilling and production activities. Maintain accurate land files, maps, and records of leasehold status and acreage reports. Negotiate with mineral owners, working interest owners, and other stakeholders to secure lease extensions, curative instruments, or amendments. Assist in identifying and resolving

title defects

and

leasehold issues

impacting HBP acreage. Support

due diligence and acquisition efforts , ensuring accuracy in ownership and lease status verification. Stay current on

New Mexico oil and gas regulations , pooling/unitization laws, and lease maintenance requirements. Qualifications

Minimum

5+ years of experience

as a Landman in oil and gas, with a focus on

Held by Production

and

lease maintenance . Strong working knowledge of

New Mexico title and leasing laws

(experience in the Delaware and/or San Juan Basin preferred). Proven experience handling

complex title chains

and performing in-depth

mineral ownership research . Proficiency in

land management systems

and software such as iLand, Quorum, Enverus, or similar platforms. Excellent

communication, negotiation, and analytical skills . Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.

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