What are the responsibilities and job description for the Land Advisor / Representative I position at RWDY Inc.?
Compensation: $66.00 / Hr.
Job Title: Land Advisor / Representative I
Location: Carlsbad, NM (MUST BE LOCAL)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 40 hours per week
Start Date: 1/26/2026
Travel: Mileage reimbursable $0.70 / Mile | $25 / Day Truck Allowance | $15 / Day Per Diem
Field Requirement: Extensive windshield time, daily site visits, face-to-face interactions
Position Overview
The Land Advisor / Representative I supports ongoing Permian Basin surface land activities by negotiating agreements, coordinating field access, supporting construction and survey activities, and serving as a daily liaison between landowners, contractors, county agencies, and internal teams.
This is a high-profile, external-facing field role requiring exceptional professionalism, strong communication skills, and the ability to represent the company with ranchers, surface owners, maintenance crews, county officials, and regulatory authorities.
The ideal candidate has hands-on surface landman experience, a strong understanding of surface use agreements, ROWs, easements, surveys, and agricultural/ranching operations.
Key Responsibilities
Surface Negotiations & Agreements
• Develop, negotiate, and draft Surface Use Agreements, ROWs, water purchase and transport agreements, letter agreements, and trench/boring (TB) agreements
• Consult with surface owners regarding placement of drill sites, roads, pits, ROWs, easements, ingress/egress routes, and related surface impacts
• Proactively contact surface owners prior to company activities to establish rapport and coordinate access
Field Support & Coordination
• Serve as the daily field representative—handling whatever surface-related issues arise that day
• Coordinate survey schedules and accompany survey crews to ensure multi-well pads and ROWs are staked properly
• Meet face-to-face with ranchers, contractors, county representatives, and maintenance teams
• Visit oil and saltwater spills; coordinate cleanup efforts with landowners; work with Landman to document reportable spills
Regulatory & County Agency Interface
• Full understanding of BLM ROW requirements, SF-299 submissions, and surface disturbance stipulations (BLM & NMSLO)
• Review, submit, and finalize:
– Eddy & Lea County Road Crossing permits
– NMDOT pipeline, electrical, and road crossing permits
• Communicate directly with:
– County agencies (Eddy/Lea Road Departments)
– NMDOT officials
– Utility providers
• Ensure proper notifications, approvals, and documentation for any land disturbance (fence cutting, repair, access improvements, etc.)
Safety & Compliance
• Promote and enforce company safety standards; ensure compliance among contractors and vendors
• Attend all required safety training; ensure FR clothing requirements are met
• Work with the Environmental team on remediation progress and ongoing landowner requirements
Landowner Relations
• Maintain excellent communication with New Mexico surface owners
• Understand agricultural, ranching, farming, and rural land-use practices
• Establish and maintain trust-based relationships with private and public landowners
• Serve as the face of the company in resolving concerns, coordinating activities, and managing expectations
Skills and Qualifications
Required:
• Local candidate from Carlsbad, Hobbs, or Artesia (no Midland/Odessa due to travel limitations)
• Previous surface landman or surface land representation experience
• Strong understanding of:
– Surface use agreements
– Easements & ROWs
– Surveys and plats
– Multi-well pad layouts
• Excellent face-to-face communication and negotiation skills
• Professional appearance & demeanor; ability to represent the company externally
• Ability to work independently and travel extensively within the region
• Valid driver’s license and reliable truck (mileage reimbursed)
• Ability to work in the field daily, including ranchland, remote roads, and facility locations
Preferred:
• Experience working with BLM, NMSLO, or county agencies
• Familiarity with drilling, completions, and construction operations
• Experience working with ranchers, farmers, and rural landowners
• Strong understanding of oil & gas surface development practices
Job Title: Land Advisor / Representative I
Location: Carlsbad, NM (MUST BE LOCAL)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 40 hours per week
Start Date: 1/26/2026
Travel: Mileage reimbursable $0.70 / Mile | $25 / Day Truck Allowance | $15 / Day Per Diem
Field Requirement: Extensive windshield time, daily site visits, face-to-face interactions
Position Overview
The Land Advisor / Representative I supports ongoing Permian Basin surface land activities by negotiating agreements, coordinating field access, supporting construction and survey activities, and serving as a daily liaison between landowners, contractors, county agencies, and internal teams.
This is a high-profile, external-facing field role requiring exceptional professionalism, strong communication skills, and the ability to represent the company with ranchers, surface owners, maintenance crews, county officials, and regulatory authorities.
The ideal candidate has hands-on surface landman experience, a strong understanding of surface use agreements, ROWs, easements, surveys, and agricultural/ranching operations.
Key Responsibilities
Surface Negotiations & Agreements
• Develop, negotiate, and draft Surface Use Agreements, ROWs, water purchase and transport agreements, letter agreements, and trench/boring (TB) agreements
• Consult with surface owners regarding placement of drill sites, roads, pits, ROWs, easements, ingress/egress routes, and related surface impacts
• Proactively contact surface owners prior to company activities to establish rapport and coordinate access
Field Support & Coordination
• Serve as the daily field representative—handling whatever surface-related issues arise that day
• Coordinate survey schedules and accompany survey crews to ensure multi-well pads and ROWs are staked properly
• Meet face-to-face with ranchers, contractors, county representatives, and maintenance teams
• Visit oil and saltwater spills; coordinate cleanup efforts with landowners; work with Landman to document reportable spills
Regulatory & County Agency Interface
• Full understanding of BLM ROW requirements, SF-299 submissions, and surface disturbance stipulations (BLM & NMSLO)
• Review, submit, and finalize:
– Eddy & Lea County Road Crossing permits
– NMDOT pipeline, electrical, and road crossing permits
• Communicate directly with:
– County agencies (Eddy/Lea Road Departments)
– NMDOT officials
– Utility providers
• Ensure proper notifications, approvals, and documentation for any land disturbance (fence cutting, repair, access improvements, etc.)
Safety & Compliance
• Promote and enforce company safety standards; ensure compliance among contractors and vendors
• Attend all required safety training; ensure FR clothing requirements are met
• Work with the Environmental team on remediation progress and ongoing landowner requirements
Landowner Relations
• Maintain excellent communication with New Mexico surface owners
• Understand agricultural, ranching, farming, and rural land-use practices
• Establish and maintain trust-based relationships with private and public landowners
• Serve as the face of the company in resolving concerns, coordinating activities, and managing expectations
Skills and Qualifications
Required:
• Local candidate from Carlsbad, Hobbs, or Artesia (no Midland/Odessa due to travel limitations)
• Previous surface landman or surface land representation experience
• Strong understanding of:
– Surface use agreements
– Easements & ROWs
– Surveys and plats
– Multi-well pad layouts
• Excellent face-to-face communication and negotiation skills
• Professional appearance & demeanor; ability to represent the company externally
• Ability to work independently and travel extensively within the region
• Valid driver’s license and reliable truck (mileage reimbursed)
• Ability to work in the field daily, including ranchland, remote roads, and facility locations
Preferred:
• Experience working with BLM, NMSLO, or county agencies
• Familiarity with drilling, completions, and construction operations
• Experience working with ranchers, farmers, and rural landowners
• Strong understanding of oil & gas surface development practices
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