Commercial & Land Advisor - Surface

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and draft Surface and Subsurface Use Agreements, ROW/TB Agreements, and Water Purchase and Transport Agreements.
• Consult with surface owners regarding drill site locations, ingress/egress, roads, pits, and water agreements.
• Coordinate survey schedules and accompany field teams to ensure multi-well pads are properly staked.
• Act as the primary point of contact for Midland Basin surface owners, managing relationships within agricultural and rural industries.
• Mitigate landowner complaints and provide land support for road repairs on existing assets.
• Coordinate cleanup efforts for oil and saltwater spills in collaboration with landowners and environmental teams.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety guidelines and requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3+ years of surface land experience in the upstream oil and gas industry.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in drilling location construction, water/ROW acquisition, or surface owner negotiation.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle approximately 40% of the time across various terrains and conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and GPS equipment.
• Strong negotiation, organizational, and planning skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally with the general public.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions, including heat and cold.

Benefits

• Pension Plan with automatic enrollment.
• Savings Plan with company match (up to 7% match for 6% contribution).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Workplace flexibility programs including "Flex your Day."
• Disability Plan for income replacement.
• Employee Health Advisory Program providing professional counseling.

About the Company

ExxonMobil is one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies. Our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living while reducing emissions. We operate significant assets in the Permian Basin, driving energy production and investing heavily in local community development and sustainable solutions.