Landman

Field Landman (Contract – 1099)

Location: Southeast New Mexico (Carlsbad/Hobbs area)

Work Arrangement: Field-based with limited work-from-home flexibility

Engagement Type: Contract (1099)

Our client, a well-established land and project services provider, supports large-scale oil and gas development projects across the United States. The organization partners closely with major operators to deliver end-to-end land, regulatory, and field coordination services. Their work spans surface and subsurface land management, right-of-way acquisition, regulatory compliance, and field development support—ensuring projects progress efficiently, safely, and in full regulatory compliance.

The Field Landman will play a critical role in supporting oil and gas development activities across Southeast New Mexico. This position requires a hands‑on professional who is comfortable working in the field, engaging directly with landowners, regulators, and construction teams, and independently managing land-related activities from planning through execution.

· The ideal candidate brings strong regional experience, practical regulatory knowledge, and the ability to navigate complex land and access challenges while maintaining positive stakeholder relationships.

• Conduct field-based land work in support of drilling, infrastructure, and facility development projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for surface owners, ranchers, and other stakeholders, maintaining positive and professional relationships.
• Negotiate and prepare land-related agreements, including surface use, subsurface access, rights-of-way, temporary access, and water-related agreements.
• Coordinate and support survey and construction crews in the field to ensure accurate staking, access, and adherence to land agreements.
• Work closely with internal project, environmental, and construction teams to address land access issues and resolve field-level challenges.
• Interface with federal, state, and local agencies to support permitting, right-of-way applications, and compliance requirements.
• Manage land records, documentation, and reporting to ensure accuracy and regulatory alignment.
• Support environmental response activities, including landowner coordination related to spills, remediation, and site restoration.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and operational standards, promoting a strong safety culture in the field.
• Identify and resolve title or documentation issues that could impact project timelines.

• Proven experience working as a Field Landman within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of surface and subsurface land practices, including ROW, curative work, and landowner relations.
• Demonstrated experience working with federal and state agencies, including BLM and state land offices.
• Familiarity with New Mexico land regulations, permitting processes, and county-level requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, plats, construction drawings, and survey data.
• Experience coordinating field activities with survey, construction, and environmental teams.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, particularly with rural landowners and agricultural stakeholders.
• High level of independence, organization, and accountability in a field-based environment.
• Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and ethical land practices.
• Professional land certifications (e.g., RPL, CPL, IRWA) are considered an asset but not required.

• High degree of autonomy and responsibility.
• Opportunity to work closely with major operators on impactful field development initiatives.
• Field-focused role suited for experienced Landmen who enjoy hands‑on project involvement.

• Seniority level:
  Associate
• Employment type:
  
  Contract
• Job function:
  Management and Strategy/Planning
• Industries:
  Oil and Gas, Oil, Gas, and Mining