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)

Company Overview

Our client, a well-established land and project services provider is supporting 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.

Position Summary

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.

Key Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications & Experience

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.

Why This Opportunity

Long-term contract potential supporting active development projects.
Competitive day-rate structure for qualified professionals.
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.

Job Type: Contract

Application Question(s):

This role requires candidates to be locally based in the Carlsbad/Hobbs, New Mexico area. Do you currently live within this region?

Do you have experience coordinating field activities with survey, construction, and environmental teams?

Do you have strong knowledge of surface and subsurface land practices, including ROW, curative work, and landowner relations?

How many years of Oil and Gas experience do you currently have?

Work Location: In person

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