Land Analyst- South Texas

Crescent Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Crescent Energy in Houston seeks a Land Analyst to support Landmen in managing South Texas oil and gas assets, analyzing agreements and coordinating land records.

The role involves drafting land agreements, tracking AFEs, and supporting acquisitions/divestitures while maintaining accurate land information and timely communications with field and corporate teams.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of relevant land, legal, or oil and gas industry experience.
• Working knowledge of oil and gas agreements and land practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, geographic information systems (GIS), and land information systems.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy in documents and data.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with field personnel, internal departments, and counterparts at other companies.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Landmen with reviewing and analyzing oil and gas agreements.
• Prepare drafts of land agreements, supporting documents, and correspondence for review by the Landmen and other appropriate teams.
• Receive and analyze authorizations for expenditure (AFEs) for wells operated by third parties, summarize relevant information, and communicate proposals and response deadlines to the appropriate team members.
• Track well and workover proposals, follow up on outstanding items, and provide status reports to the Land team.
• Coordinate document entry, internal review, signature routing, execution, and delivery, and maintain complete and accurate records.
• Support acquisitions and divestitures by gathering and organizing land records, reviewing agreements, and tracking requests and outstanding items.
• Coordinate the recording of land documents, process check requests and verify proper account coding for related payments and expenses.

Skills

Land industry experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Energy Management, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Enverus

LandVantage

Power BI

GIS software

Job description

Crescent is a differentiated U.S. energy company committed to delivering value through a disciplined, returns-driven growth through acquisition strategy and consistent return of capital. Our long-life, balanced portfolio combines significant cash flow from stable production with a deep, high-quality development inventory. Crescent is a top three producer in the Eagle Ford basin and a scaled operator in each of the Permian and Uinta basins. Crescent’s leadership is an experienced team of investment, financial and industry professionals that combines proven investment and operating expertise. For more than a decade, Crescent and our predecessors have executed on a consistent strategy focused on cash flow, risk management and returns. Through disciplined and accretive investments, we have successfully tripled the size of our company since going public in December 2021 while maintaining a strong balance sheet.

The Land Analyst supports the Landmen responsible for the company’s South Texas assets by analyzing oil and gas agreements, preparing and coordinating land documents, and tracking proposals and contractual obligations. The role works closely with field and corporate teams to maintain accurate land information and support ongoing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Landmen with reviewing and analyzing oil and gas agreements.
• Prepare drafts of land agreements, supporting documents, and correspondence for review by the Landmen and other appropriate teams.
• Receive and analyze authorizations for expenditure (AFEs) for wells operated by third parties, summarize relevant information, and communicate proposals and response deadlines to the appropriate team members.
• Track well and workover proposals, follow up on outstanding items, and provide status reports to the Land team.
• Coordinate document entry, internal review, signature routing, execution, and delivery, and maintain complete and accurate records.
• Support acquisitions and divestitures by gathering and organizing land records, reviewing agreements, and tracking requests and outstanding items.
• Coordinate the recording of land documents, process check requests and verify proper account coding for related payments and expenses.

Required Qualifications

• Two or more years of relevant land, legal, or oil and gas industry experience.

• Working knowledge of oil and gas agreements and land practices.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, geographic information systems (GIS), and land information systems.

• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy in documents and data.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with field personnel, internal departments, and counterparts at other companies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Energy Management, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience supporting South Texas oil and gas assets.
• Familiarity with title, curative, and ownership concepts.
• Experience with Enverus, LandVantage, Power BI, or similar industry platforms.

Crescent Energy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender/pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Crescent Energy is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please let us know by contacting [e-mail].