ExxonMobil · 10 hours ago
Commercial & Land Advisor - Surface
Midland, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expExxonMobil is one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies, focused on leading energy innovations for a sustainable future. As a Surface Commercial & Land Advisor, you will negotiate agreements, consult with surface owners, and manage survey crews while ensuring compliance with safety guidelines.
ChemicalEnergyFossil FuelsOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Negotiate and draft Surface and Subsurface Use Agreements/ROW/TB Agreements, Water Purchase and Transport Agreements, letter agreements, etc
Contact surface owners in advance of company activities to establish appropriate rapport and make any needed arrangements for such activity
Coordinate survey schedule and accompany survey and construction team to the field to ensure multi-well pads are staked properly
Point of contact for Midland Basin surface owners requiring knowledge relating to all facets of oil and gas development and familiarity of agricultural, ranching, farming, and other rural related industries and occupations
Mitigate complaints and issues on existing asset base provide Land support for road repair on existing asset base
Provide technical and strategic advice on complex land negotiations
Ensure company drill schedule expectations are met with all company disciplines
Visit oil and saltwater spills and coordinate cleanup efforts with Landowners work with contractors to document all reportable spills
Daily interface with Environmental team on progress of remediation efforts and ongoing Landowner requirements
Promote, practice, comply, and adhere to all company safety guidelines and requirements and require compliance of company safety guidelines and requirements by vendors and contractors
Attend all required safety training as provided and required by company
Performs other additional duties assigned by manager
Qualification
Required
Upstream oil and gas knowledge
3+ years of surface land experience
Bachelor's degree
Excellent collaboration, communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to deliver results in a performance-driven and team-oriented environment
Minimum of 1 year experience in drilling location construction, water/ROW acquisition, surface owner negotiation/settlement, or other material oilfield experience
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Ability to drive a Company vehicle approximately 40% of the job over various conditions and terrain
Preferred
Ability to effectively communicate with the general public, maintaining a professional appearance and behaving in a mature rational fashion
Good negotiation, organizational and planning skills
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and proficiency with GPS equipment
Ability to deal with wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat/cold
Follow and support all Healthy, Safety and Environmental policies, as well as use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment at all times
Benefits
Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
Workplace Flexibility: We have several programs such as “Flex your Day”, providing ad-hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer-term programs such as leaves of absence and part-time work.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.
Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.
Company
ExxonMobil
ExxonMobil is an international oil and gas company that provides energy that helps underpin growing economies.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
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Leadership Team
Darren Woods
CEO and Chairman
Jeff Carvell
Chief Technology Officer (InterOil Asset)
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