Landman II/III

infinitynr; Canonsburg (Washington County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Infinity Natural Resources is seeking a Landman II/III to lead land acquisition efforts from our Canonsburg, PA office in a hybrid role, three days onsite weekly. The role emphasizes negotiating with third-party operators, coordinating with drill schedules, and managing field staff across ongoing projects and prospects in the Appalachian Basin.

The candidate should have 8+ years of oil & gas land experience, a Bachelor’s in a related field, and preferably an AAPL Land Certification, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in land management or related field.
• AAPL Land Certification preferred.
• 8+ years of land acquisition experience in oil and gas.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and land software.

Responsibilities

• Manage field staff involved in land acquisition and research for projects and prospects.
• Coordinate with internal departments to support evolving drill schedules and well clearances.
• Negotiate with 3rd party operators and JV partners using JOAs and related agreements.
• Oversee land unitization processes and regulatory coordination with ODNR and permitting.
• Prepare reports using land software and support division orders and land administration.

Skills

Land negotiation

JOA & 3rd party contracts

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Negotiation & communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Land Management

AAPL Land Certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Infinity Natural Resources (NYSE: INR), is an oil and gas exploration and production company deeply rooted in the Appalachian Basin. Headquartered in Morgantown, WV, we are committed to responsible energy development, operational excellence, and strong environmental stewardship across our growing operations in Ohio and Pennsylvania. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work environment, a team dedicated to innovation and safety, and our strong connection to the Appalachian Basin, the region we proudly call home and operate within.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a skilled Landman II/III ready to make a pivotal impact. This position will be based out of our Canonsburg, PA office, where you’ll manage field staff, orchestrate internal departmental coordination for drill schedules, and expertly negotiate with third-party operators. If you’re eager to drive critical projects, navigate complex agreements, and ensure the seamless execution of land transactions, this is your opportunity to directly contribute to our exploration and production success in the Appalachian Basin. Your specific level and title will be tailored to best fit your skills and experience.

Location

This role is a hybrid position based out of our office in Canonsburg, PA and will be expected to work onsite in the office three days per week.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Manage field staff involved in land acquisition and research efforts for ongoing projects and potential prospect areas.
• Coordinate with internal departments to support evolving drill schedule by clearing wells.
• Approve wells and create production units inclusive of allocation units.
• Facilitate the acquisition of 3rd parties within units.
• Execute Unit Declarations and proposals in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Negotiate with 3rd Party Operators and Joint Venture partners utilizing Joint Operating Agreements, Assignments, Well Proposals, COPAS, Acquisitions, Trades, and all other pertinent land and business agreements.
• Manage land acquisition projects and conduct research on potential prospects.
• Coordinate with Regulatory and Operations departments to provide needed data for permitting and drilling process.
• Manage internal Statutory Unitization application process and represent the company during ODNR Unitization processes.
• Coordinate internal efforts for surface land acquisition.
• Provide general support on processes related to Land Administration and Curative efforts.
• Provide support and guidance for division order process.
• Utilize land software program to prepare reports.

Your Background:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Land Management, Business or related field strongly preferred.
• AAPL Land Certification preferred and experience in Ohio and Pennsylvania.
• 8+ years of experience with land acquisition or similar role in the oil and gas industry.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
• Project management experience within the Appalachian basin
• Must have proficiency in negotiating and executing various agreements, including JOA and 3rd party contracts.
• Knowledge of regulatory processes and requirements related to land acquisitions in the energy sector.
• Ability to meet specific deadlines based on department needs and work with minimal supervision.
• Must be detail oriented with strong analytical and communication skills and have the ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Extremely team-oriented with strong oral and written skills to convey information clearly and persuasively.
• Results-oriented with a sense of urgency.

Infinity Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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