Land Manager

Ridge Oil & Gas; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Ridge Energy in the Dallas–Fort Worth area seeks a Land Manager to lead all land functions across operated and non-operated properties. The role is on-site in Plano, TX, handling lease acquisition, maintenance, DOI administration, and owner relations, reporting to the SVP of Acquisitions and supporting development programs.

The ideal candidate will manage a team of Land Analysts, ensure accurate title and contract administration, and assist with land due diligence for acquisitions while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; petroleum land management, business, or related field preferred.
• Registered Landman (RL) or CPL designation preferred.
• Minimum 4–7 years oil and gas land experience across lease management, DOI, and title.
• Proficiency with land administration software and MS Office (Excel & Word).

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all oil and gas leases, tracking terms, rentals, and Pugh clauses.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate lease agreements and extensions.
• Coordinate with brokers and attorneys on lease acquisitions for active drilling programs.
• Prepare division of interest schedules for operated wells and review title opinions.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Quorum

WolfePak

OGsys

Job description

Ridge Energy is a privately held oil and gas operating company headquartered in Plano, Texas. We are actively engaged in the acquisition and development of oil and gas assets across multiple basins, with a focus on disciplined growth, strong operator relationships, and sound asset management. As we continue to expand our portfolio, we are seeking a talented and experienced Land Manager to join our team and lead all land-related functions across our operated and non-operated properties.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Land Manager located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The individual will serve as the primary land professional for the company, owning all land functions from lease acquisition and maintenance through division of interest administration and owner relations. This is a critical, high-visibility role working directly with the SVP of Acquisitions and providing land support across active development programs and new acquisition opportunities. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong technical land skills, an eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lease Management & Acquisition

• Manage and maintain all oil and gas leases in the company’s portfolio, including tracking primary terms, continuous development provisions, Pugh clauses, and rental obligations
• Prepare, review, and negotiate lease agreements, amendments, ratifications, and extensions
• Coordinate with brokers and attorneys on new lease acquisition efforts supporting active drilling programs and acquisition targets
• Maintain a current and accurate lease database, ensuring timely identification of lease expirations and required actions

Division of Interest (DOI) & Title

• Prepare and maintain all division of interest schedules for operated wells, ensuring accuracy from title opinions through first sales and ongoing production
• Review and analyze title opinions; identify and resolve title defects and curative requirements in coordination with outside counsel
• Manage curative title matters including affidavits, quitclaims, probate documents, and other instruments
• Coordinate with accounting on owner setup, revenue disbursements, and suspense resolution

Owner Relations

• Manage the Land Analysts who will be the contact for royalty owners, working interest partners, and other interest holders on land and revenue-related matters
• Manage owner inquiries regarding lease terms, division orders, payment inquiries, and regulatory notices
• Manage division orders and coordinate owner executions
• Manage professional, responsive communication standards with all interest owners

Acquisitions & Due Diligence Support

• Provide land due diligence support on asset acquisitions, including review of leasehold, title, and contracts
• Assist in the preparation of conveyance documents, assignments, and purchase and sale agreement exhibits
• Evaluate acreage positions and identify leasehold risks and opportunities in target areas

General Land Administration

• Draft, review, and manage operating agreements, farmouts, surface use agreements, and other contracts
• Maintain organized and complete land files for all company assets
• Support regulatory filings and permit applications requiring land information
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, accounting, and legal teams as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; degree in petroleum land management, business, or a related field preferred
• Registered Landman (RL) or Certified Professional Landman (CPL) designation preferred
• Minimum 4–7 years of experience in oil and gas land, with demonstrated experience across lease management, DOI, and title
• Strong working knowledge of oil and gas contracts, title concepts, and conveyance documents
• Experience with land administration software (Quorum, WolfePak, OGsys, or similar)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable interfacing with operators, attorneys, and interest owners
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Experience supporting acquisition due diligence is a plus
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Full-time, in-office position based in Plano, TX