Surface Land Agent II/III

EQT Corporation; Canonsburg (Washington County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EQT Corporation in Canonsburg, PA is seeking a Surface Land Agent II/III to acquire and manage surface rights for midstream projects, including pipelines and facilities.

The role emphasizes title research, negotiation, and coordination across routing, surveying, permitting, engineering and construction. Occasional travel within the operating area is required; hybrid work between remote and field sites is supported.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a surface land role.
• Oil & gas midstream knowledge.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and highly organized, with multitasking ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and verify surface and gas estate ownership.
• Analyze, negotiate, prepare and acquire Midstream Agreements and Rights-of-Way.
• Review title and mapping to support project development.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to support project execution.

Skills

Surface Land

Contract negotiation

Title research

Written & verbal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

GIS

SmartSheet

Quorum

Salesforce

PowerBI

Job description

At EQT, you won't just do a job, you'll help shape our future. Through Transparent Leadership, you'll work alongside leaders who value collaboration and ensure every voice is heard. Through Connected Impact, you'll see how your work influences critical business decisions and drives value across our operations. Through Supported Growth, you'll have opportunities to expand your skills through cross-functional collaboration, development opportunities, and career advancement.

Join our Qrew!

The Surface Land Agent II/III is responsible for acquiring and managing surface rights necessary to support midstream infrastructure projects, including pipelines, facilities, and related assets. This role requires an advanced knowledge of all Surface Land related functions, including strong technical knowledge, title research, negotiation skills, and the ability to coordinate across multiple disciplines to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

The Surface Land Agent II/III responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Identify and verify surface and gas estate ownership.
• Analyze, interpret, negotiate, prepare and acquire Midstream Agreements, Rights-of-Way, and other surface-related contracts.
• Review and analyze title, oil and gas data, and mapping to support project development.
• Provide due diligence on identified potential pipeline routes, facility sites, and right-of-way locations.
• Manage contractors and external land agents to ensure projects progress efficiently, meet deadlines, and remain within budget.
• Collaborate closely with project teams including routing, surveying, permitting, engineering, and construction to support pre-construction investigations and planning activities.
• Prepare and facilitate the execution of specialized damage releases, settlement agreements, and other legal documents with required approvals.
• Coordinate with internal legal counsel and third-party companies to facilitate timely and cost-effective project execution.
• Support active construction and reclamation phases as needed.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a similar surface land role.
• Working knowledge of the oil and gas industry, with emphasis on midstream operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop practical solutions.
• Self-motivated and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat; ability to learn additional software systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage professionally and effectively at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated initiative and a drive to improve processes and performance.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience with GIS, SmartSheet, Quorum, Salesforce, PowerBI is preferred.

Work Location:

This position is hybrid, with work split between remote settings and in-person fieldwork. The role requires regular travel across our operating area, so candidates must reside within it.

Selected incumbent will be placed into the position that best suits their abilities and experience level.

EQT Corporation and its subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer -- Disabilities/Veterans.