COE Manager - Technology

SM-Energy Company•Denver, CO

5h•$134,300 - $165,900

About The Position

Under the direction of the Senior COE Manager, the COE Manager I - Technology is responsible for maximizing the agility and operational excellence of the COE Technology team, including the support of acquisitions, divestitures, and special projects, and training for all Land staff. This individual directs the team's work to optimize Land and Land Administration processes through automation, system enhancements, reporting, and emerging technology such as AI. This individual must have advanced knowledge of Land operations, administrative processes, and the technology and systems that support them.

Requirements

Highly proficient with the use of all Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with industry/company related software (e.g., SAP, Quorum, eCalendar, QQM, WellMaster, Salesforce, and other internal applications).
Advanced understanding of SAP and Quorum Land system architecture and configuration.
Proficient in data analytics and visualization tools such as Power BI and SQL, and familiarity with AI-enabled tools used to support Land and Land Administration technology initiatives.
Advanced understanding of Quorum Land system and SAP architecture, configuration, and the ability to guide enhancement, automation, and reporting projects across the technology team
Working knowledge of AI-enabled tools and capabilities (e.g., intelligent document processing, workflow automation, data analytics) and their application to Land and Land Administration processes
Ability to guide SQL reporting, Power BI dashboards, and other data analytics tools supporting land and land admin processes
Ability to direct system administration, quality assurance, and data validation efforts, including user acceptance testing on system changes prior to deployment
Understanding of acquisition/divestiture technology and data integration needs, including data migration and system validation
Advanced knowledge of lease and contract provisions and company application thereof
Minimum of 14 years of related industry experience, including experience leading technology-focused land or land administration initiatives (e.g., automation, system enhancements, reporting, and data analytics)

Nice To Haves

BBA degree in Energy Management, Land Management or other Business degree preferred
Certified Division Order Analyst or Certified Professional Lease and Title Analyst preferred
Experience or certification in business technology, systems analysis, or data analytics is a plus

Responsibilities

Leads the Technology COE team in handling and prioritizing goals, special projects, and initiatives, including acquisitions and divestitures
Oversees the team's automation portfolio, ensuring existing automation solutions are monitored and issues are resolved timely, with extended outages communicated to Land and Land Administration
Directs the evaluation, piloting, and implementation of AI-enabled tools and capabilities (e.g., intelligent document processing, workflow automation, data analytics) that improve the efficiency, accuracy, and data integrity of Land and Land Administration processes
Oversees system enhancement efforts, ensuring business requirements from Landmen, Land Techs, Lease Records Analysts, Division Orders Analysts, Owner Relation Specialists and Land Administration are translated into technical specifications and that enhancements are designed, tested, and deployed
Oversees development and maintenance of SQL reports, Power BI dashboards, and other reporting tools supporting land and land admin processes
Oversees system administration and support activities, ensuring system issues and data integrity errors are investigated and resolved in coordination with IT, external system support, and internal stakeholders
Oversees quality assurance, data validation, and user acceptance testing (Audit/SOX Controls) on system changes prior to deployment
Oversees technology and data support for due diligence on company acquisitions and divestitures, including data migration, validation, and system integration
Serves as the primary liaison between Land/Land Administration/Lease Records/Division Orders/Owner Relations teams and IT/technology teams on system projects, ensuring end users are supported through new tools, enhancements, and process changes
Coordinates with Land and Land Admin leadership in functional training, technical skill development, and career path mapping for the technology team
Executes change management methods to ensure new tools, processes, and systems are adopted and utilized by the Land and Land Admin teams
Seeks opportunities for continuous improvement, demonstrating a mindset toward continuously adding value
Helps act on and support the agility needed within the Land and Land Admin teams, required to meet fluctuating demand in the number of resources
Conducts business with the highest ethical standards; demonstrate decision-making skills that ensure the safety of all persons associated with SM facilities
Performs other duties as assigned