Land Manager

Description

Land Manager

Urban Oil & Gas Group, LLC

Urban Oil & Gas Group, LLC is a private firm specializing in direct investments in oil and gas producing assets. Since 2010, we have been acquiring and operating oil and gas properties, and we currently operate nearly 5,000 wells across multiple states. We are a team of energetic, results-driven professionals who thrive in a collaborative and relaxed work environment.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Land Manager to oversee all land-related functions across a defined operating area. This leadership role requires a strong foundation in lease management, title analysis, contract negotiation, acquisition due diligence, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will bring strategic insight, a high level of accuracy, and a collaborative mindset to ensure seamless alignment between land operations and broader business goals.

The Land Manager will serve as a key liaison between internal departments including operations, accounting, and asset management—and external stakeholders such as landowners, partners, and regulatory bodies. This individual will be expected to manage team members or contractors where applicable, lead land initiatives, and contribute to the company’s continued growth through disciplined land practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of land and title work
• Work with Operations and Exploitations teams to ensure land and title readiness for upcoming projects
• Interpret and manage oil and gas leases, JOAs, and other contractual agreements
• Lead due diligence efforts for acquisitions and divestitures, including title confirmation and exhibit drafting
• Maintain accurate lease and title records using iLandman and other land systems
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to clear title for drilling, recompletion, and workover activities
• Negotiate complex agreements, including oil and gas leases, surface use agreements, easements, and rights-of-way
• Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations
• Foster positive relationships with mineral and surface owners and act as primary contact for land-related inquiries
• Mentor junior land staff and manage third-party land vendors as needed
• Must have land management experience in multiple states, with direct experience in at least 1–2 of the following: Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming.
• Proven experience managing a land portfolio of 2,500 or more wells.
• Demonstrated expertise in handling land documentation for acquisitions and divestitures.
• Must have experience in a managerial role overseeing 3 or more direct reports.
  
  

Requirements

Education, Qualifications, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Energy Management, Business, or related field
• 7–15 years of progressive experience in land work, including a minimum of 5 years in management or leadership roles
• Strong understanding of oil and gas leasing, mineral rights, and title curative practices
• Proven success negotiating and managing complex land agreements
• Proficiency in land management systems (i.e., iLandman) and GIS/mapping tools
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Experience working across multiple basins or regulatory jurisdictions is preferred