Contract - In House NM HBP Landman

Paramount Field Services • Santa Fe, NM

35d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Landman with strong Held by Production (HBP) expertise and in-depth knowledge of New Mexico oil and gas operations . The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in title research, lease maintenance, ownership verification, and negotiations with mineral and working interest owners. This position requires a high level of technical skill, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex HBP acreage and leasehold positions efficiently.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Landman in oil and gas, with a focus on Held by Production and lease maintenance .
• Strong working knowledge of New Mexico title and leasing laws (experience in the Delaware and/or San Juan Basin preferred).
• Proven experience handling complex title chains and performing in-depth mineral ownership research .
• Proficiency in land management systems and software such as iLand, Quorum, Enverus, or similar platforms.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills .
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.

Nice To Haves

• experience in the Delaware and/or San Juan Basin

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret HBP leasehold positions to ensure compliance with lease terms and operational requirements.
• Conduct title research and ownership verification through public records, courthouses, and state databases.
• Review and prepare chain of title, division orders, and lease agreements .
• Work closely with internal teams (land administration, legal, operations, and accounting) to support ongoing drilling and production activities.
• Maintain accurate land files, maps, and records of leasehold status and acreage reports.
• Negotiate with mineral owners, working interest owners, and other stakeholders to secure lease extensions, curative instruments, or amendments.
• Assist in identifying and resolving title defects and leasehold issues impacting HBP acreage.
• Support due diligence and acquisition efforts , ensuring accuracy in ownership and lease status verification.
• Stay current on New Mexico oil and gas regulations , pooling/unitization laws, and lease maintenance requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed