Surface Land Agent II/III/IV New Canonsburg, PA

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

Job summary

EQT Corporation is seeking a Surface Land Agent II/III/IV to acquire and manage surface rights for upstream infrastructure, including well sites and facilities. The role requires advanced knowledge of surface land functions, title research, and negotiation across disciplines.

You will coordinate with project teams, manage contractors, and support pre-construction investigations to keep projects on time and within budget. Remote work with field travel across the operating area is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant surface land experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Working knowledge of the oil and gas industry, with emphasis on midstream operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Identify and verify surface and gas estate ownership.
• Analyze, interpret, negotiate, prepare and acquire Upstream Agreements, Surface Use Agreements, Road 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 well sites, facility sites, and other Upstream locations.
• Manage contractors and external land agents to ensure projects progress efficiently, meet deadlines, and remain within budget.
• Collaborate closely with project teams including 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational abilities

Self-motivation

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

GIS

SmartSheet

Quorum

Salesforce

PowerBI

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

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.
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The Surface Land Agent II/III/IV is responsible for acquiring and managing surface rights necessary to support upstream infrastructure projects, including well sites, 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.

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

• Identify and verify surface and gas estate ownership.
• Analyze, interpret, negotiate, prepare and acquire Upstream Agreements, Surface Use Agreements, Road 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 well sites, facility sites, and other Upstream locations.
• Manage contractors and external land agents to ensure projects progress efficiently, meet deadlines, and remain within budget.
• Collaborate closely with project teams including 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.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• 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:

• Experience with GIS, SmartSheet, Quorum, Salesforce, PowerBI is preferred.

Work Location:

• This position will primarily work remotely, with field travel required across our operating area.

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.